About the job

The Santiago Immigration Law Firm is looking for an Immigration Paralegal to join our growing legal team here in Miami. You will report directly to our principal attorney. You have a legal knowledge of immigration-related laws, and can make reasoned decisions. Candidates must have a client-service attitude with excellent case management skills. We're looking for someone who possesses the knowledge of procedural requirements for different types of immigrant visas. This paralegal will participate in all aspects of our Immigration practice, including assisting in the management of client relationships, case review, analysis, preparation and filing of immigrant petitions.

Responsibilities

Analyze case documents and prepare immigration applications for filing with the appropriate government agency
Communicate with clients and foreign nationals regarding procedural and case processing issues, assisting with the review of cases
Oversee status of cases through utilization of case management and billing systems. Run reports
Follow internal intake procedures after a client retains our firm
Make regular updates to our case management system including client information, case tracking information, and client communications
Maintain hard copy files and documents to support all immigration activity on behalf of clients
Ensure that clients are kept informed on the progress of their cases
Assist attorneys and other team members to manage caseload
Complete assignments and communicate case progress/status/issues to supervisor.
Support attorneys in preparing for hearings and trials

Qualifications

At least 1-2 years of Immigration Law experience
Bilingual (English/Spanish) is required.
Previous experience as an immigration paralegal.
Experience with Family-Based Petitions, Humanitarian, EOIR, Detained, Citizenship, and other USCIS applications.
Experience with Case Management Software
Experience using Communication Platforms (Vonage or RingCentral).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 48 per week

Benefits:

Free parking
Opportunities for advancement
Paid time off

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Weekends as needed

Experience:

immigration paralegal: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

Coral Gables, FL 33145 (Required)

Work Location: In person

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