Immigration Paralegal - Part-Time.590
About The Position
A dynamic, boutique immigration law firm in Newark, New Jersey is seeking an experienced Immigration Paralegal for a long-term temporary assignment. This role is onsite in Newark, NJ and part-time: Monday through Friday, 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. The hourly pay rate is $25-35, depending on experience. Primary Duties: This is a high-volume practice with a significant focus on VAWA (Violence Against Women Act) cases. The Immigration Paralegal should have experience preparing and filing packages with USCIS and EOIR. The role demands discretion, compassion, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Additional duties include the following: Review mail and provide daily status reports to the team. Manage and track deadlines, including maintaining the firm’s immigration court calendar. Communicate regularly with clients, including those in sensitive or urgent circumstances. Handle telephone inquiries and client follow-ups. Process incoming and outgoing mail. Assist with filings before immigration court and government agencies. Maintain accurate records using case management systems.
Requirements
- Experience with family-based immigration cases (I-130/I-485, I-751 removal of conditions)
- Experience with consular processing and CEAC
- Familiarity with EOIR and immigration court procedures, including ECAS
- Proficiency with Cerenade (E-immigration)
- Strong calendaring, organization, and deadline management skills
- Ability to handle sensitive client matters with professionalism and discretion
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Google Workspace (G Suite), especially calendaring
- Detail-oriented, reliable, and able to work independently
Responsibilities
- Review mail and provide daily status reports to the team.
- Manage and track deadlines, including maintaining the firm’s immigration court calendar.
- Communicate regularly with clients, including those in sensitive or urgent circumstances.
- Handle telephone inquiries and client follow-ups.
- Process incoming and outgoing mail.
- Assist with filings before immigration court and government agencies.
- Maintain accurate records using case management systems.
Benefits
- ABA-MEC Medical Benefit
- PEP 401k
- Paid Time Off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
