Paralegal

World Relief • Kent, WA

1d • $25 - $26 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Paralegal will play a critical role in World Relief Western Washington’s growing Immigration Legal Services (ILS) team. The Paralegal will assist immigration attorneys and accredited representatives with conducting legal orientations, legal referrals, case preparation, and case filing. The Immigration Paralegal supports attorneys and DOJ Accredited Representatives in delivering direct legal services to immigrant and refugee clients. This position requires a balance of technical accuracy, cultural humility, and commitment to client-centered advocacy. The Paralegal will assist with case preparation, client communication, and administrative support while maintaining compliance with ethical and professional standards.

Hybrid schedule: We offer the option to work from home up to two days per week after the first 90 days, depending on job responsibilities. Flexibility is required—if an in‑person meeting or client need arises on a day you typically work remotely, you’ll be expected to come into the office.

Requirements

• Mature and personal Christian faith
• Committed to the mission, vision, and values of World Relief
• Desire to serve and empower the Church to impact vulnerable communities
• Desire to serve immigrants and refugees in support of the mission and vision of World Relief.
• Able to affirm and/or acknowledge World Reliefs Core Beliefs, Statement of Faith, Christian Identity and National Association of Evangelicals' For the Health of The Nation document
• College degree or equivalent work experience in law, social services, or a related field.
• Experience in immigration law, nonprofit legal services, or case management.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and administrative experience in an office setting
• Bilingual, with excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Spanish.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and database/case management systems.
• Accurate data entry skills
• Highly organized with skills in coordinating and implementing various components of a project, ensuring objectives are met.
• Demonstrated ability to work with people from a wide range of cultural, racial, religious and language backgrounds.
• Ability to work both independently with minimum supervision, and in collaboration with others.
• Desire and ability to work with people of diverse ethnicities, nationalities, religions, cultures and languages
• Flexibility, resourcefulness and the ability to enthusiastically assist with other duties as assigned.
• Occasional travel to Whatcom County and Thurston County office locations (1-2 times per month) required

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in one or more languages commonly spoken by the communities we serve is preferred. (Spanish is required above).
• Prior nonprofit immigration legal services or law office experience.
• Previous experience with Immigration Case Management System Equifax (LawLogics).
• Experience working with clients impacted by trauma, displacement, or systemic barriers.

Responsibilities

• Conduct client intakes, eligibility screenings, and follow-up communication.
• Provide administrative support to attorneys and DOJ Accredited Representatives during case preparation, interviews, and hearings.
• Draft and prepare immigration applications, petitions, affidavits, and supporting documentation.
• Maintain accurate and organized case files, ensuring compliance with agency standards, grant requirements, and deadlines.
• Assist clients in understanding legal processes in plain language.
• Provide referrals for social services and community resources as needed.
• Assist with legal workshops, community outreach, and education events.
• Uphold confidentiality, cultural humility, and trauma-informed practices in all interactions.

Benefits

• World Relief offers a competitive benefits package and employee discount program for full-time, Regular, employees.
• World Relief is honored to be recognized with the Gold-level Cigna Healthy Workforce Designation for exceeding the core components of our well-being program including leadership and culture, program foundations and execution, and whole person health.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level