Who is Flora Legal Group?
We are a team of passionate immigration professionals providing guidance and hope by advocating for and empowering all people to build a prosperous future.
We see a future where the immigrant community is welcomed and valued, creating a better world for generations to come.
Job Summary
A fast-paced immigration practice seeks a full-time remote bilingual (English/Spanish) Immigration Paralegal. We are hiring for our EOIR/removal defense team and for our USCIS team. Experience with EOIR and/or USCIS immigration cases is required.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Assembling immigration application forms along with required evidence via Adobe.
- Meet with clients (via phone and video) to gather case information and prepare documents.
- Draft legal documents and affidavits.
- Manage a voluminous caseload for clients and meet priorities set by case manager.
- Update practice management software with all client information and case progress.
- Translation of documents from Spanish to English.
- Interpret for appointments from Spanish to English and English to Spanish.
Qualifications and Skills
- Fluency in both English and Spanish (conversing, reading, and writing).
- Undergraduate degree or paralegal certificate or equivalent experience preferred but not required.
- 1 year of experience working in an immigration practice required; candidates with less than one year of experience will be considered if they showcase an in-depth understanding of immigration law and casework knowledge.
- Solid work history.
- Have a passion to help underserved populations and to help people from all walks of life.
- Strong interest in an immigration-based practice.
- Microsoft Word and Excel: Intermediate/Advanced proficiency.
- Adobe PDF experience preferred but not required.
- Strong attention to detail and customer service.
- Strong organization, time management, and prioritization skills.
- Ability to learn quickly and adapt easily to changing circumstances.
Please respond with a resume for immediate consideration. Cover Letters are strongly encouraged in order to provide a more in-depth explanation of an applicant's skill and desire to work in this field.
Please note that compensation is determined based on applicable years of immigration experience. Please see the posted salary range before applying.
Benefits
We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support your health, wellness, and financial security. Benefits include:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Gym membership
- Financial budgeting and coaching assistance
- Free telehealth and therapy appointments
- Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
- Paid holidays and paid time off
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match after six months
Please note that even though this is a remote position, our company is only set up to hire from certain states. We currently hire in these states: Indiana, Kentucky, Illinois, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Maryland, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
Experience:
- immigration paralegal: 1 year (Required)
Language:
- English and Spanish (Required)
Work Location: Remote
