An immigration paralegal works with attorneys to help immigrants become citizens in the US
While a paralegal can't provide legal advice, they work closely with an immigration attorney to assist people with citizenship immigration issues, political asylum, and other types of immigration visas. The paralegal needs to do a full review of the case with the information available and be aware of the case strategy and possible issues it might have. They need to catch possible changes in strategy or what information can be problematic to the case.
Paralegal responsibilities include managing caseload intakes, filing visa applications for permanent residency, and preparing nonimmigrant and immigrant visa petition packages for attorney review. Immigration paralegals often communicate directly with clients, which makes the ability to speak one or more languages vital to this position. This role requires excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and a strong understanding of immigration processes and documentation.
Onsite job in Manila.
Responsibilities
- Initiate and maintain clear and professional communication with clients regarding their immigration cases.
- Explain the details of the assembled case, including forms, supporting documents, and information provided by the client.
- Address client questions and concerns regarding the submission process.
- Review all cases before sending them to the attorney.
- Collaborate with the immigration attorney to assemble a complete and organized case file.
- Ensure that all required forms are accurately filled out and signed by the client.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all client interactions, authorizations, and case statuses.
- Document any changes or updates to client information.
- Perform thorough quality checks to ensure all forms are complete, error-free, and contain the necessary supporting documentation before submission to USCIS.
- Stay informed about changes in immigration laws, regulations, and USCIS procedures to ensure compliance and accuracy in form preparation.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in related field of study.
- Bilingual: Spanish/English required is B2 or C1.
- 2+ years of professional working experience in BPO, Customer service or administrative functions.
- Adobe knowledge.
- Exceptional record-keeping skills.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
- Well-versed in documentation and reporting skills.
- Experience working in a law firm or immigration-related field is a plus.
