What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supervising Immigration Paralegal position at Sanabria & Associates?
Supervising Immigration Paralegal
Are you looking to increase your personal and professional development in an educational and exciting environment? Have you joined the legal field to assist immigrants in need? Consider applying to Sanabria & Associates, PLLC!
Sanabria & Associates, PLLC is a prestigious and rapidly expanding law firm with offices in Maryland, DC, Virginia & Florida. A successful candidate will be able to assist during all phases of the immigration process and is willing to provide a high-quality level of client support. You will prepare and file several forms with different immigration agencies and work closely with the supervising attorneys. We offer on-the-job training and several other industry leading benefits.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Sanabria & Associates, PLLC is a prestigious and rapidly expanding law firm with offices in Maryland, DC, Virginia & Florida. A successful candidate will be able to assist during all phases of the immigration process and is willing to provide a high-quality level of client support. You will prepare and file several forms with different immigration agencies and work closely with the supervising attorneys. We offer on-the-job training and several other industry leading benefits.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Preparing and filing applications with USCIS, including but not limited to: family-based petitions (I-130), adjustment of status (1-485), provisional waivers (I-601A), naturalization (N-400), employment authorization documents (I-765), DACA/TPS (I-821D), Consular Processing (DS-260) and U Visas (I-918)
- Submitting motions, applications, and supplemental evidence filings with EOIR in advance of Individual/Merits Hearings
- Proactively communicating with clients to answer questions and provide status updates.
- Supervise a team of paralegals and provide guidance
- Conduct work performance reviews
- Review, delegate, and prioritize work for paralegal caseloads
- Use Case Management reporting tools to manage data and information and communicate report findings with senior management
- Interview potential candidates for paralegal and legal assistant positions
- Lead training for new hires and conduct periodic training sessions for staff as needed
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bilingual (Spanish and English REQUIRED)
- Direct Supervisor experience Required
- Expert knowledge with the Immigration Court and USCIS procedures
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and prioritize cases
- Works well under pressure
- Strong time-management skills
- Experience using Microsoft Office and Google Suite
- Experience using Docketwise software is a bonus
- Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Immigration Paralegal Experience: 4 years
BENEFITS:
- $1,000 Signing Bonus
- Health Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- 401(k)
- Vacations
- Sick time
- 10 Paid Federal Holidays Off
- Paid Birthday and Work Anniversary off
- Life Insurance
