Paralegal Team Lead

Firm Mission Statement 

Our mission is to change as many lives as possible by offering immigration solutions even in the most difficult cases. We look at all possible options to keep our clients in the United States with their families where they belong. We stand ready to fight even when success seems unsure because we understand how much better life can be with the dignity and peace of mind that comes with having documents.  

Position Purpose 

The Virtual Paralegal Team Lead position will have a proven record of success in meeting deadlines and managing time, so that the person can lead and advise a team of Virtual Paralegals, providing training, guidance, and performance evaluations. Additionally, the candidate should have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and be fluent in both English and Spanish.  

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities 

• Create and execute training for new team members    

• Facilitate weekly team meetings to review questions and any process updates      

• Lead team members to follow standard processes  

• Perform legal and factual research 

• Analyze case documents 

• Review all FBI background check requests 

• Review state police clearance records 

• Review FOIA records 

• Coordinate with document collectors to communicate with clients, to obtain the documents necessary to present their case. 

• Draft cover letters, RFE responses, and other documents 

• Oversee case flow for assigned cases and ensure everyone's work is completed promptly 

• Provide strategic insight and additional thoughts on case process 

Essential Skills, Knowledge & Abilities 

• Background in legal assistance or immigration law is a plus 

• Experience as an attorney or as a paralegal strongly preferred 

• Experience working with US immigration a huge plus! 

• Experience in using legal database software 

• Excellent verbal/written communication and organization skills 

• Document Management 

Minimum Qualifications 

• Bilingual (Spanish English) C1. 

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software 

• Associate’s degree or similar experience 

• Leadership experience 

• Knowledge of project management software  

• Negotiation skills 

• Creative thinking skills 

• Skills in analyzing metrics to provide feedback and look for points of improvement