Bilingual Immigration Paralegal (Spanish/English)

Location: West New York, New Jersey

Position Type: Full-Time

About Dumé Law Group

Dumé Law Group is a boutique immigration law firm based in West New York, NJ, committed to providing compassionate and comprehensive legal services. We focus on family-based immigration, humanitarian relief, and removal defense. Our team is driven by the desire to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the individuals and families we serve.

Position Overview

We are seeking a full-time Bilingual Immigration Paralegal fluent in both English and Spanish. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. A minimum of two years of prior experience in immigration law is required.

This is an on-site position that involves a mix of independent case preparation and direct attorney support. You’ll engage regularly with immigration and family courts, manage attorney calendars, and play a central role in helping our clients navigate complex immigration matters.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $48,000–$55,000, commensurate with experience

• Paid time off and paid holidays

• Health insurance

• Growth-oriented and supportive work environment

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and file humanitarian relief applications including U Visas, VAWA, and T Visas

• Draft and compile I-601/I-601A waivers, adjustment of status, and consular processing applications

• Draft declarations and assemble evidence for asylum, cancellation of removal, and withholding of removal cases

• Independently prepare I-360 petitions and support attorneys in Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) filings

• Draft legal motions including motions to change venue, motions to continue, and related filings

• Schedule court hearings, client meetings, and manage attorney calendars

• Communicate with immigration and family courts regarding case updates, filings, and hearing logistics

• Translate documents and interpret during client meetings when needed

• Collaborate with attorneys and staff to ensure timely, accurate case preparation

• Maintain internal trackers and manage documents using Excel and case management systems

Qualifications

• Fluent in Spanish and English (required)

• Minimum two years of immigration law experience (required)

Experience preparing family-based petitions, responding to RFEs, EOIR filings, waivers (I-601/I-601A), and humanitarian applications such as U Visas, VAWA, and T Visas

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and familiar with immigration case management platforms (e.g., Docketwise, LawLogix)

• Ability to manage a high caseload while maintaining accuracy and efficiency

• Paralegal certificate or relevant degree is a plus

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