Immigration Paralegal

Gibson Dunn•Los Angeles, CA

6d•$90,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

Gibson Dunn is a leading global law firm, advising clients on significant transactions and disputes. Our exceptional teams craft and deploy creative legal strategies that are meticulously tailored to every matter, however complex or high-stakes. The firm’s work is distinguished by a unique combination of precision and vision. Based in our Los Angeles office, the Immigration Paralegal will be responsible for providing critical support to attorneys in all phases of humanitarian immigration matters. This role is ideal for a candidate with substantial experience who is ready to take on complex assignments, manage high-volume caseloads, and collaborate directly with clients and government agencies.

Requirements

Fluency in Spanish (written and oral) is strictly required to effectively communicate with the firm's immigration client population.
Exceptional ability to prioritize a diverse caseload, remain calm under pressure, and meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to interface effectively with all levels of personnel and external clients.
Demonstrated ability to analyze procedural updates and problem-solve in connection with complex humanitarian matters.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.
Ability to work overtime as necessary to meet filing deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Experience with immigration case management software is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assisting attorneys in preparing, compiling, and filing applications for humanitarian immigration benefits before USCIS and EOIR. This includes, but is not limited to: Asylum (I-589), Adjustment of Status (I-485), Naturalization (N-400 / N-600), EADs (I-765), Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (I-360), U and T visas (I-918), Humanitarian Parole (I-131), and Temporary Protected Status (I-821).
Monitoring pending immigration cases and utilizing the firm’s case management systems to track and manage all critical deadlines, NIV expirations, and filing windows.
Reviewing and analyzing immigration mail from USCIS and EOIR on active matters; providing a daily digest to the legal team and flagging upcoming deadlines or required actions.
Serving as a primary point of contact for immigration clients; communicating fluently in Spanish (written and oral) to gather needed information, providing status updates, and explaining complex procedural requirements.
Maintaining oversight of internal templates, relevant training materials, and procedural updates (such as changing signature and fee requirements); responding to attorney inquiries regarding the same.
Assisting in preparing "punch lists" and evidence packages for client interview preparation before immigration authorities.
Applying a deep understanding of legal and ethical principles, including attorney-client privilege, confidentiality, and avoiding the unauthorized practice of law (UPL).
Accurately entering and closing time entries in the firm’s time recording system and performing other duties as assigned to support the Pro Bono department.