Immigration Paralegal
Bishara Law – Bayonne, New Jersey (On-Site / Hybrid)
Bishara Law is seeking a highly organized and motivated Immigration Paralegal to join our growing legal team. This is a full-time on-site/hybrid position based in Bayonne, New Jersey. The Immigration Paralegal will work closely with attorneys and legal staff to support a wide range of immigration matters, including removal defense, asylum applications, family-based petitions, and employment-based filings.
This role requires strong attention to detail, the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously, and a solid understanding of immigration procedures before USCIS and the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR).
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor daily mail
- Assist attorneys in the preparation and filing of immigration applications, petitions, and supporting documentation.
- Prepare filings for USCIS, including but not limited to:
- Form I-589 (Application for Asylum and Withholding of Removal)
- Form I-130 (Petition for Alien Relative)
- Form I-485 (Adjustment of Status)
- Form I-765 (Employment Authorization)
- Form I-131 (Travel Document)
- Form I-360 (VAWA / Special Immigrant filings)
- Assist with EOIR removal defense cases, including:
- Preparing EOIR-28 filings
- Drafting motions, briefs, and supporting exhibits
- Preparing evidence packets and court filings
- Monitoring immigration court hearing schedules
- Maintain and update case files using Docketwise case management software.
- Track deadlines and ensure timely filing of all immigration petitions and court documents.
- Conduct legal research related to immigration statutes, regulations, and case law when needed.
- Communicate with clients to collect documentation, explain filing requirements, and provide updates on case progress.
- Prepare affidavits, declarations, and client statements.
- Organize and compile evidence for immigration filings, including country condition reports and supporting documentation.
- Maintain compliance with USCIS and EOIR filing requirements, including formatting and submission guidelines.
- Coordinate with attorneys to prepare clients for USCIS interviews and immigration court hearings.
- Assist in preparing responses to Requests for Evidence (RFEs) and Notices of Intent to Deny (NOIDs).
- Monitor case status through USCIS online portals, EOIR systems, and government databases.
- Support attorneys in preparing legal briefs and supporting documentation for complex immigration matters.
Qualifications
- Experience working in U.S. immigration law is strongly preferred.
- Familiarity with EOIR procedures, USCIS filings, and immigration case management systems.
- Experience using Docketwise or similar immigration software is highly preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines simultaneously in a fast-paced legal environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong research and analytical skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive client information.
- Experience working in a law firm or legal environment is preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree in Law, Political Science, International Relations, or a related field preferred.
Preferred Skills
- Experience with removal defense and immigration court procedures.
- Ability to work with bilingual clients (Spanish or Arabic is a plus).
- Familiarity with country conditions research for asylum cases.
- Strong client communication and case management skills.
About Bishara Law
Bishara Law is a nationally recognized immigration law firm dedicated to protecting the rights of immigrants across the United States. Our firm handles a wide range of complex immigration matters, including asylum, removal defense, humanitarian relief, and family-based immigration cases. We are committed to providing compassionate and strategic legal representation to individuals and families navigating the U.S. immigration system.
