Job description

Ahmad & Associates, is one of the top immigration law firm serving the mid-Atlantic region (MD, VA, PA). We are seeking to hire a full-time bilingual immigration paralegal to assist attorneys in their representation of individuals undergoing the U.S. immigration process. Candidate must be fluent in both English and Spanish and have at least one year of experience as an immigration paralegal.

The ideal candidate must have a positive, welcoming and professional demeanor as they will be interacting with clients. Ideal candidate will have some experience preparing applications for family based petitions, asylum applications, waivers, bond motions for immigration court, and NVC processing. Must be competent in Microsoft Office and other basic software. Bachelor's degree is preferred, Associates degree is required.

The job responsibilities include:

· Interviewing clients in preparing their applications for various immigration cases;

· Providing translations services for Spanish-speaking clients;

· Providing support to attorneys, paralegals, and other staff;

· Performing general administrative tasks, assembling all filings in preparation for immigration court proceedings and USCIS filings;

· Organizing and maintaining client file management;

An ideal candidate possesses:

· Fluency in both the Spanish and English languages is required;

. Minimum of Associates degree, Bachelor's degree is preferred;

· Prior experience as a paralegal or clerk in the area of immigration law (preferred);

· Strong oral and written communication skills;

· Dependability and punctuality are both required;

Application Instructions:

*Submit cover letter, resume, and Spanish writing sample

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $57,500-$60,000 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: In person

Qualifications

Experience in Immigration Law and Legal Document Preparation
Knowledge of Immigration Issues and Visa Processing
Strong understanding of the legal system
Bilingual proficiency in English and another language
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Detail-oriented and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
Paralegal certification is a plus

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