Please note: MUST be bilingual--fluent in Spanish and English
Fast-paced immigration law firm located in Lawrence, MA, seeks an enthusiastic and motivated Immigration Paralegal to join our team. The ideal candidate will assist and support our attorneys in immigration litigation practice, preparation of immigrant visas, family-based petitions, naturalization and asylum applications. The candidate must demonstrate strong writing skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Client and Case Management:
o Maintain client contact information
o Provide status updates to attorneys and clients as directed
o Update case management system
o Draft, prepare and review applications, petitions, motions and sworn declarations to be filed with government agencies
o Analyze case documents and prepare immigration applications for filing with the appropriate government agency
o Maintain and organize files
o File documents internally and with government agencies
o Assist in trial preparation
o Draft, prepare, review, and edit appropriate legal documents
o Communicate regularly with clients regarding procedural and case processing issues, assisting with the review of cases
o Learn procedural and processing requirements for various types of court cases, non-immigrant and immigrant visa petitions and applications among other processes
o Build knowledge of firm and client processes
o Work closely in a team environment
o Prioritize and assign cases, monitor workload and production
o Identify ways to improve team productivity and office-wide projects.
o Follow company policies and procedures
o Handle confidential information and materials in a trustworthy fashion
Requirements:
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree
- Fluent in English and Spanish
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook and Web-based programs
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with ability to handle multiple tasks
ยท Ability to work in a fast-paced environment under tight deadlines
Beacon Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply.
California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
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Company Profile:
Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.
Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.
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Benefits Information:
Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.
We look forward to working with you.
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