Immigration Paralegal

The Aguirre Law Firm APC is an established and trusted immigration law firm with a strong team motivated by the positive changes they create for our clients and immigrant community.

Our Team is looking for a like minded individual with the same values and motivations.

We are seeking a Spanish speaking individual who is passionate, talented, and has at least 1 - 3 years of immigration law experience for our Los Angeles office, but who is also willing to travel 1 day a week to our Van Nuys office.

This individual should have basic knowledge of case management and immigration laws, and the capacity to manage a reasonable case load.

We seek someone who is personable, hungry to learn, and eager to work in a team environment where growth is dictated by the effort put in.

We compensate our TEAM members well by offering competitive wages, PTO, Healthcare+, paid holidays and more. Our TEAM dynamics allow for upward mobility with no limit to your professional growth.

Our TEAM prides itself in creating an easy learning environment while collectively helping each other through the toughest tasks.

The Aguirre Law Firm, APC prides itself in providing honest and reliable services the community can trust. We have assisted thousands of immigrants legalize their status and defended them against deportation.

Our success is based on our client’s referrals after providing excellent and trustworthy services.

If you feel that you need a fulfilling career while working with some of the best professionals in the business, please apply to this ad.

Only applicants that meet the criteria will be given priority

Pay Range : $20 - $30 / hour based on experience and education

Benefits : Medical / Dental, 401K, PTO,

Job Qualifications and Competencies

• Must be able to speak, read, and write Spanish fluently is REQUIRED
• 1 year Immigration Experience Required - 3 years of Immigration experience is Preferred.
• Ability to take initiative and problem solve
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent phone skills
• Excellent organizational and prioritizing skills
• Attention to detail
• Interpersonal skills and customer service skills required
• Ability to multitask in a fast paced environment
• Ability to type at least 45 wpm
• Knowledge of Adobe Acrobat, MS Word, Excel, MS Outlook, internet proficient
• Ability to occasionally lift large case files of an excess weight of 25 Lbs.
• Must be willing to travel to our Van Nuys Office once a week, or as needed
• Ability to arrive punctually from Monday - Friday 8 : 30 AM - 5 : 30 PM & - Work 1 Saturday per month
• Work 1 Saturday that the office is open or otherwise agreed by both Employer and Employee.

Job Description and Qualifications

• document collection from clients for USCIS and EOIR cases
• accurate preparation of applications and supporting documents, including but not limited to I-485, I-130, U-Visas, DACAs, I-601A, I-589, 42B, FOIAs, Work Permits, etc.
• Prepare form communications via text / email / letters for clients
• Complete accurate English translations from Spanish of biographical documents or declarations and serve as interpreter as needed
• Assist in processing mail and preparing and mailing out packages
• Assist in completing general tasks, including with copying, scanning, faxing, emailing, and note-taking
• Answer, screen, and forward phone calls in a professional manner and take detailed messages to assist and support the caseworkers
• Provide clients with case status and provide timely responses to client’s questions
• Work with our case management system by placing notes, reviewing tasks, data entry, etc.
• Close files by scanning and archiving files in database system
• Efficient communication with other case managers & attorneys regarding case issues
• Travel to our Van Nuys office 1 day a week, or as needed, to assist with USCIS cases
• Have reliable transportation to occasionally travel to the courthouse, post office, or other important errands

Job Type : Full-time

Salary : $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits :

401(k) with up to 4% Matching

10 Observed Holidays

6 days of sick pay

Accruing and progressive PTO plan

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Schedule : 8 hour shift

8 hour shift

Day shift

Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations :

Remote interview process Personal protective equipment provided or required Social distancing guidelines in place Virtual meetings Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place

Education :

Bachelors (Preferred)

Experience :

Immigration law : 3 years (Required)

Language : Spanish (Required)

Spanish (Required)

Work Location : One location