Bilingual Immigration Paralegal

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Job Summary: Join our team as a Bilingual Immigration Paralegal and become a vital part of delivering top-tier immigration services to clients. You will assist our attorneys with detained and non-detained removal defense cases including asylum, cancellation of removal, bond hearings, and other cases before the immigration court.

Work Environment: Alabama’s largest immigration law firm, recognized for its innovative solutions and client-centered practice. With offices located in the Birmingham and Huntsville areas, we are dedicated to serving immigrant communities throughout Alabama and the surrounding region.

Ideal Candidate: We seek a proactive, highly organized individual who is fluent in Spanish, has excellent writing and communication skills, works collaboratively, and is passionate about making a positive impact in the immigrant community.

Hours: Full-time, Monday through Friday, 9:00AM-5:00PM

Primary Activities and Tasks:

  • Manage immigration cases from attorney assessment through final resolution.

  • Assist attorneys with detained and non-detained removal proceedings, asylum applications, cancellation of removal, and related cases.

  • Draft applications, declarations, motions, correspondence, and other case-related documents.

  • Communicate with clients regarding documents, deadlines, hearings, case status, and required actions.

  • Maintain accurate case notes, deadlines, invoices, and tasks in the firm’s case-management system.

  • Assist attorneys and clients in preparing for hearings, interviews, and other case-related appointments.

  • Participate in team meetings, case reviews, and training on immigration law and related topics.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Professional fluency in Spanish and English.

  • Bachelor’s degree, paralegal certificate, or equivalent professional experience.

  • Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.

  • Strong writing and communication abilities.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

  • Prior experience in an office setting.

  • Previous work with the immigrant community is highly regarded.

Compensation: · Competitive salary with performance-based bonus opportunities and firm benefits

To Apply: Please submit your resume, cover letter, and references.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)

  • 401(k) matching

  • Dental insurance

  • Flexible schedule

  • Health insurance

  • Paid time off

  • Parental leave

  • Professional development assistance

  • Retirement plan

Language:

  • Spanish (Required)

Ability to Commute:

  • Birmingham, AL 35216 (Required)

Work Location: In person

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