Paralegal Immigration Legal Services

Legal Assistant
Reports To: Supervising Immigration Attorney / General Manager
Summary: The Immigration Legal Assistant provides administrative and clerical support to attorneys and paralegals in the Immigration Department. This position assists with client intake, document collection, preparation of immigration forms, case management, scheduling, and client communications while ensuring exceptional customer service, confidentiality, and compliance with firm procedures.

Provides administrative support to immigration attorneys and paralegals, including calendar management, scheduling consultations, interviews, biometrics appointments, and hearings.*
Prepares, organizes, and formats immigration forms, correspondence, and legal documents under attorney supervision.*
Maintains accurate electronic and physical case files, ensuring all client documents are complete, organized, and properly filed.*
Communicates professionally with clients regarding document requests, case updates, appointment reminders, and general case status.*
Assists with filing applications, petitions, motions, and supporting documentation with the appropriate government agencies and immigration courts.*
Maintains document management systems, including scanning, indexing, and archiving electronic and physical files.*
Coordinates incoming and outgoing mail, certified mail, courier services, and document delivery.*
Answers incoming telephone calls, directs inquiries appropriately, and provides exceptional customer service.*
Assists attorneys and paralegals in preparing hearing packets, interview packets, and client meeting materials.*
Assists with office organization, ordering supplies, and maintaining an efficient work environment.*
Participates in community outreach events, educational seminars, and firm-sponsored activities as assigned.
Performs other administrative and legal support duties as assigned.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

High School Diploma or GED required.
Minimum of two (2) years of immigration law experience preferred.
Experience handling family-based immigration matters strongly preferred.

Extensive EOIR experience , including ECAS/eFiling, preparing and filing pleadings, motions, exhibits, and managing Immigration Court deadlines.

• Excellent case management and organizational skills , capable of independently managing a high-volume removal defense caseload with minimal supervision.
• Bilingual - Spanish and experience with case management software such as Docketwise, LawLogix, Clio, or MyCase.

Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should be proficient in:
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft Excel
Adobe Acrobat

Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.
The employee is regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers, communicate verbally, and operate standard office equipment. Occasional standing, walking, reaching, lifting files, and carrying office materials may be required.
Work Environment: The work environment is a professional office setting with moderate noise levels. Employees are expected to maintain a courteous, respectful, and team-oriented atmosphere while providing outstanding service to clients and the community.
\nCompany Description KGW Law is a professional, full-service law firm in Dallas, TX. Our trademark is our history of excellence and quality serving clients- individuals, families, and businesses through their legal journeys. Throughout the legal process, we are with you providing you with the right legal counsel, attention, and assistance you may need each step of the way. Therefore, if you are looking for a law firm that believes in excellence and values you and your case, and has the experience needed to handle your case, we are the suitable companion for you. KGW Law is a professional, full-service law firm in Dallas, TX. Our trademark is our history of excellence and quality serving clients- individuals, families, and businesses through their legal journeys. Throughout the legal process, we are with you providing you with the right legal counsel, attention, and assistance you may need each step of the way. Therefore, if you are looking for a law firm that believes in excellence and values you and your case, and has the experience needed to handle your case, we are the suitable companion for you.