Bilingual Immigration Paralegal

Peek Law Group PLLC

Bilingual Immigration Paralegal

Austin, TX
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    SIMPLE IRA MATCHING

    SIMPLE IRA

    HSA MATCHING

    HSA

    Sedera: Health and Medical Cost Sharing

    Paid time off

    Job Posting:

    Peek Law Group, formerly known as Peek & Toland, is an established 20 year Austin firm focused on the practice of Criminal Defense and Immigration law. We are one of the most active immigration firms in Central Texas, and we are on the leading edge of litigation in criminal and immigration courts. We zealously seek the most outstanding result possible for our clients, and our employees are passionate and ready to fight for our clients. We are looking to add employees to our team who have a heart for serving the immigrant population and an interest in making a difference. If you find your purpose in life is to champion those who are marginalized, and you have a passion to be an excellent advocate, then we are looking for you!

    We are currently accepting applications for an experienced Bilingual Paralegal to work in our Family Immigration Department.

    Position Overview:

    We are seeking an experienced Family Immigration Paralegal who is fluent in both English and Spanish. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of experience in handling various family-based immigration cases, including Consular Process, I-130, AOS, U visa, VAWA, Stateside Waivers, and more. As a Family Immigration Paralegal, you will play a pivotal role in assisting attorneys and clients through the intricate immigration process.

    Responsibilities:

    1. Document Preparation: Prepare, review, and assemble immigration applications, petitions, supporting documents, and affidavits for a wide range of family-based immigration cases.

    2. Case Management: Manage and organize case files, deadlines, and documentation to ensure the timely processing and submission of client cases.

    3. Legal Research: Stay updated on immigration laws, regulations, and policies related to family immigration to ensure compliance and accuracy in case preparation.

    4. Client Communication: Maintain regular and clear communication with clients, providing updates on case status, answering inquiries, and offering support throughout the immigration process.

    5. Assist Attorneys: Collaborate with immigration attorney(s) in case preparation, legal research, and trial preparation, contributing to the successful resolution of cases.

    6. Deadline Management: Keep track of critical deadlines, court appearances, and USCIS appointments, and assist attorney(s) in meeting these deadlines.

    7. Client Follow-Up: Regularly update clients on the progress of their cases, including any requests for additional documentation or appointments required.

    Qualifications:

    Bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies, Immigration Law, or a related field preferred.

    2-3 years of experience as a Family Immigration Paralegal with a strong focus on Consular Process, I-130, AOS, U visa, VAWA, Stateside Waivers, and other family-based immigration cases.

    Fluent in both English and Spanish, with excellent written and verbal communication skills in both languages.

    In-depth knowledge of immigration laws, regulations, and procedures.

    Proficient in legal research, document preparation, and case management.

    Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.

    Empathetic and client-oriented with the ability to provide support during challenging situations.

    Comfortable working in a fast-paced and high-volume environment.

    Candidate must embrace the firm’s Mission Statement and Core Values:

    Our Mission Statement: “Being your voice in Adversity through the pursuit of Justice, Mercy and Restoration.”

    Our Core Values Called to champion those in need, every day in every small way, by: Responding Graciously, Advocating Tenaciously, Taking Ownership, Sowing Generously, Empowering for Excellence, and Restoring Compellingly.

    Thank you for applying with us, we appreciate your time!