For Immediate Start

The ideal candidate must be proficient in reading, writing and speaking both English and Spanish. This candidate should feel comfortable speaking directly to clients, court representatives and attorneys in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorney with Spanish interpretation for client interviews, meetings, and court hearings, as well as assist with the preparation of petitions, applications and client affidavits.
• Manage and maintain office calendar of court appearances and client appointments.
• Create, maintain and scan case files.
• Prepare immigration petitions, applications and forms for attorney review.
• Prepare evidence and supporting documents for submission to the courts, DHS counsel and the State Department.
• Facilitate compliance of filing deadlines by keeping organized schedules and providing timely reminders.
• Conduct legal research as needed.
• Answer phones and communicate with new and existing clients and court representatives.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree, paralegal certificate or prior experience with an immigration law firm that includes preparing asylum, cancellation of removal, family-based petitions and consular processing.

Required Skills

• Excellent communication with proficiency in both written and spoken English and Spanish.
• At least one year as a legal secretary and/or paralegal
• Demonstrated success working and communicating effectively in a multi-cultural environment and with individuals with limited English proficiency.
• Work effectively in a team environment, as well as independently.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

MUST BE FLUENT IN SPEAKING, READING AND WRITING SPANISH

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Travel requirement:

• No travel

COVID-19 considerations:
All clients and staff must wear face coverings as needed and follow social distancing guidelines.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• New City, NY 10956: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Are you authorized to work in this country?
• Are you proficient in speaking, reading, and writing English and Spanish?

Language:

• Spanish (Required)
• English (Required)

Work Location: In person

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