Immigration Paralegal

The Law Office of Jason A. Dennis • Full-time • New York, NY, US • $50k - $60k / year • 1m ago

Job Title: Immigration Paralegal

Location: New York City

Type: Full-Time

Salary: $50,000 - $60,000 (depending on experience)

About Us: The Law Office of Jason A. Dennis, LLC is a client-focused immigration law practice offering unbundled, affordable services like payment plans and à la carte legal help. We’re a dynamic team passionate about accessible solutions. Join us to make an impact!

Job Summary:

We’re seeking a detail-oriented Immigration Paralegal to support our attorneys with targeted case tasks, client communication, and USCIS filings. If you excel at delivering precise, high-quality work in a fast-paced setting, this is your chance to shine.

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare individual immigration forms (e.g., I-130, I-485, I-765, I-589, I-751, N-400, I-918) for clients with limited-scope agreements.
Conduct client intakes, gather documents, and maintain case files using MyCase software.
Provide clear, client-friendly updates on specific deliverables, ensuring transparency for pay-as-you-go services.
Research immigration laws; track deadlines; and assist with appeals, waivers, and deportation defense as needed.
Communicate with clients (bilingual Spanish/English a plus), translate documents, and handle correspondence.
Stay updated on USCIS policy changes and ensure compliance.

Requirements:

4+ years of immigration paralegal experience (family or business immigration, ideally with unbundled or high-volume firms).
Paralegal certification (e.g., NALA) or associate’s degree in paralegal studies.
Proficiency in USCIS forms, e-filing, and legal research tools (e.g., FastCase).
Strong organizational skills to manage multiple limited-scope cases and attention to detail.
Empathy and ability to explain complex processes simply for diverse clients.
Bilingual abilities (Spanish, Creole, etc.) highly valued.
Proficient in MS Office, case management software (MyCase), and remote tools like Google Meet.

What We Offer: