Paralegal (English/Spanish) *Commerce* - Alexandra Lozano Immigration Law PLLC
Commerce, CA
About the Job
Do you want a job where you can show up and make a difference in the world every day? Are you ready to join a dynamic, mission-driven company? At Alexandra Lozano Immigration Law (ALIL) we are dedicated to changing the lives of the Latino immigrant community through zealous advocacy, finding creative solutions and aggressive legal strategies.
Apply today to join our team and become a part of our mission!
Onsite job at Commerce, CA
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Immigration Paralegal with a strong interest in immigration law. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of professional experience. This role involves frequent interaction with clients and requires excellent organizational skills, the ability to handle multiple tasks, and a commitment to following company procedures and achieving key performance indicators (KPIs).
Responsibilities:Key Responsibilities:
- Client Interaction:
- Meet with clients in person and over the phone to gather case information and provide updates.
- Conduct client interviews to collect detailed information for case declarations and evidence.
- Maintain regular communication with clients to ensure all required documents are submitted in a timely manner.
- Case Management:
- Prepare immigration applications and petitions, including but not limited to family-based petitions, adjustment of status, naturalization, asylum applications, and work permits.
- Draft legal documents such as case declarations and client affidavits.
- Review and organize client documents and evidence to support immigration cases.
- Complete immigration forms accurately, ensuring compliance with all relevant rules and procedures.
- Monitor and update case files to ensure deadlines are met and documentation is properly filed.
- Collaboration and Communication:
- Work closely with attorneys and legal line managers to ensure adherence to case strategy and internal processes.
- Collaborate with other legal staff and departments to maintain smooth case flow and operations.
- Keep attorneys and legal line manager informed of case progress, potential issues, or missing documentation.
- Adherence to Company Procedures:
- Follow internal Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and ensure all work aligns with company policies.
- Maintain high levels of accountability to KPIs, tracking work progress and ensuring deadlines are met.
- Participate in team meetings and training sessions to remain updated on legal developments and best practices.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish.
- Bachelor's degree
- Minimum 5 years of professional work experience (experience in immigration law is preferred but not required).
- Proven interest in immigration law, with a passion for assisting clients in their immigration journey.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to build rapport with clients.
- Attention to detail and ability to work under tight deadlines.
- Proficiency in drafting legal documents and immigration forms.
- Ability to follow structured processes and achieve specific KPIs.
- Experience working in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.
Work Environment: This position will require working both independently and as part of a collaborative team, with regular communication with attorneys, supervisors, and clients. The paralegal will need to be proactive in managing their workload and meeting deadlines. The ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment is crucial.
Alexandra Lozano Immigration Law PLLC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. We strive to ensure that our hiring practices and workplace policies promote fairness and equality.
Who we are: Alexandra Lozano Immigration Law is headquartered in Seattle, WA with offices in Los Angeles, Chicago, and Texas. Our team of passionate and highly trained individuals are doing life changing work for immigrants to the United States. We are a client-focused, results-oriented firm specializing in humanitarian immigration - 360 VAWA, U Visa, and T Visa as well as post-deportation options.
We are one of the fastest growing companies in America (#247 on Inc.5000), and our unique approach to cases has a proven success rate of over 90%. Our compensation and benefits are highly competitive, and we are always looking for people with a combination of grit and kindness, intelligence and empathy, and a desire to help improve people’s lives - if this sounds like you, we would love to meet you.
U.S. Benefits include:
- Medical (100% Employer Paid, for employees and their qualified dependents)
- Dental
- Vision
- Long Term Disability
- PTO & Sick Leave
- Fitness Membership
- Life Insurance
- Employee Appreciation events
- 401(k) with 6% employer match
- Employee Assistance Program
- and others not mentioned
*Compensation range for this position is $56,462 to $65,000 per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors. This range is provided as a general guideline and does not guarantee a specific salary. We are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices.
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