Paralegal

• Conduct pre-screening of clients for basic eligibility requirements, track contacts made, and collect information and documents;
•  Screen clients for eligibility for immigration relief;
• Interview clients, and assist in preparing forms, affidavits, and other supporting documents to be submitted to USCIS;
• Be a primary case handler: correspond and follow up with clients via phone, mail and email;
• Assist in preparation for pro bono clinics, including screening, making appointments and confirming attendance
• Attend pro bono, internal and community clinics under the supervision of an attorney and ensure client attendance
• Work towards partial DOJ -accreditation in order to represent clients before USCIS
• Manage data entry in internal and external data management systems and assist with generating reports;
• Assist unit attorneys and case handlers with document translation and verbal interpretation;
• Provide internal referrals for financial counseling and other wraparound services, and external referrals to partner organizations;
• Maintain regular contact with partner organizations;
• Any other job duties as required.

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• Fluency in Spanish is required
• 3-4 years of immigration experience strongly preferred, but not required
• Ability to work collaboratively, communicate effectively, manage multiple tasks and creatively problem solve
• Experience working with immigrant communities of color, including LGBTQIA+, youth, and survivors of violence
• Excellent written, oral and analytical skills
• Excellent time and project management skills
• Commitment to social justice and anti-racism

Last updated on Jan 31, 2025