Case Assistant- (EOIR)

The Matian Firm • Dallas, TX

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About The Position

The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC is looking for a Case Assistant (EOIR) to join our growing legal team here in Dallas. You will report directly to the Legal Department Supervisor. You have a 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-immigrant 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.

Requirements

• At least 1-2 years of Immigration Law experience
• Previous experience as a paralegal or in another legal field
• Spanish Fluency needed for this role
• Experience with Family-Based Petitions, Humanitarian, EOIR, Detained, Citizenship, and other USCIS applications
• Experience with Case Management Software

Responsibilities

• Analyze case documents and prepare immigration applications for filing with the appropriate government agency
• Communicate with clients and foreign nationals regarding procedural and case processing issues, assisting with the review of cases
• Oversee status of cases through utilization of case management and billing systems. Run reports
• Follow internal intake procedures after a client retains our firm
• 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.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Catered lunches
• Complimentary parking
• Paid time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services