Senior Defensive Immigration Paralegal

Murray Osorio PLLC•Newark, NJ

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Defensive Immigration Paralegal position is part of one of four legal teams at Murray Osorio. The ideal candidate will have the opportunity to expand their knowledge of Removal Defense. This candidate will be the first point of contact with clients in the preparation of their case before any Immigration Court across the country. You will be working with various immigration agencies and third-party professionals pertaining to the client’s needs. The position offers a rich environment where the ideal candidate will be exposed to specialize in handling complex cases before the Immigration court. This is a full-time hybrid position for the initial 90 days of employment. After a successful 90-day period, the possibility of a full remote position will be presented, with occasional mandated in-office days (typically a few per year) required. Employees must reside within a commutable distance of their assigned office - VA, MD, or NJ (typically within 75 miles) and be available for in-person client meetings or office events as scheduled.

Requirements

Must be fluent in Spanish (reading, writing, speaking)
High School Diploma/GED
Minimum of 2 years of work experience in immigration law
Knowledge of Immigration Court Procedures
Able to handle a high volume of work independently and in teams
Able to work in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication skills
Detail-oriented and highly organized
Enthusiasm to learn and take on new challenges
Excellent customer service skills
Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite

Nice To Haves

Experience using Docketwise, Salesforce, Filevine, SharePoint, and Zoom
Working knowledge of Adobe Pro
Bachelor's/associate degree with paralegal studies (ABA approved)

Responsibilities

Assist in the preparation of several forms of relief (such as I-589s, 42A/B’s, I-601, I-485’s, etc.) before the immigration court.
Collect supporting evidence and conduct country conditions research to support the client’s case.
Complete affidavits with clients and any witnesses.
Assist in the preparation of simple and/or complex motions.
Assist with the preparation of the exhibits list along with the exhibit packet for individual hearings.
Responsible for E-filing through ECAS for allowed cases.
Interpret cases as needed, such as the client’s individual hearing preparation.
Maintain and update the case-management database.
Maintain direct client contact (phone calls/emails).
Schedule appointments for hearings, manage the calendar, and set deadlines.
Work with the Legal Assistant Team to ensure filing arrives at the proper location.
Develop effective working relationships and communicate with attorneys, staff, and clients.