Immigration Legal Assistant - Consular Processing - The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC

The United Firm, A.P.C., is looking for an Immigration Paralegal - Consular Processing to join our growing Immigration legal team here in Miami. You will report directly to the Legal Department Supervisor. As a paralegal you will have 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 non-immigrants, and 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 non-immigrant petitions.

Responsibilities 

• Analyze documents and prepare USCIS forms I-130, I-601A, I-601, I-212, I-824, I-129F 
  Prepare and obtain various FOIA record requests on behalf of clients   
• Perform client interviews to draft declarations 
• Prepare clients for Consular Interviews abroad   
• Communicate with USCIS and NVC regarding procedural and case processing issues  
• Oversee status of cases through utilization of case management and billing systems  
• Follow internal office procedures  
• 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 supervisors  

Qualifications

• At least 1-2 years of Immigration Law experience
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred, but not required
• Previous experience as a paralegal or other legal field
• Experience with Family-Based Petitions, Humanitarian, EOIR, Detained, Citizenship, and other USCIS applications.
• Experience with Case Management Software 

Here at The United Firm, A.P.C., we offer medical, dental, and vision insurance. We have a great compensation package including a 401(k) plan. Some perks include catered lunches, complimentary parking, paid time off, and more! Come be a part of our growing firm and its opportunities for your career development. You will learn and develop alongside a team of professionals who aim to excel in the legal industry. 

The United Firm, A.P.C is an equal employment opportunity employer, and we welcome everyone regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or genetics. We're dedicated to providing an inclusive, open, and diverse work environment.