What are the responsibilities and job description for the Future Opening: Immigration Court Paralegal position at Abogado Ruiz Law Firm PLLC?
Benefits/Perks
- Careers Advancement Opportunities
- Flexible Scheduling
- Competitive Compensation
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated Immigration Court Paralegal to join our team. In this role, you will provide support to our immigration team and assist in Immigration Court Matters and other areas of immigration processes. Requires prior experience with immigration Court (non-detained) in Houston and Texas. Paralegal must know about various forms of relief, including, Asylum; 42A/B; Prosecutorial Discretion and Adjustment of Status by Judge. This position involves legal research, conducting client interviews, e-filing documents of EOIR portal, and assisting in overall immigration court preparation and other immigration visas and adjustment of status. The ideal candidate is punctual, hardworking and detail-oriented.
Responsibilities
- Prepare case-specific immigration applications
- Collect and organize documents, including biographical info
- Ensure that case-related documents are well organized and available for review
- Conduct legal research and investigation
- Provide general administrative support
- Communicate with clients and witnesses
- Prepare the attorney for court sessions and record important information
- Maintain and update documentation
- Assist with case preparation
Qualifications
- Previous experience as an Immigration Paralegal
- Knowledge of USCIS forms and applications
- Certification or Associates Degree is a plus
- Familiarity with legal procedures, terminology, and the court system
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Highly organized with document management experience
- Excellent research skills
- Comfortable Microsoft Office and case management software
- Ability to multitask and work well under pressure
Compensation: $15.00 - $30.00 per hour
Firm Overview
People searching for legal help are often confused and anxious about the outcome of matters that threaten to change their lives forever. They need immediate answers to questions and fast action to handle their time-sensitive legal issues.
The experienced and bilingual legal staff at the Abogado Ruiz Law Firm, PLLC, understands the needs of clients and the volatile emotions they are experiencing. Here you will find an oasis of comfort and the calm guiding hand of experience to lead you through the legal issues you may be facing.
Our diverse legal team is led by attorney Alberto Ruiz. Mr. Ruiz is firmly dedicated to protecting the legal rights of individuals and families who are seeking assistance in immigration matters, who have been arrested for a crime, or who have been injured in any form of accident. He also helps clients with a range of immigration issues.
Salary : $15 - $30
