Overview
The organization is seeking an enthusiastic, bilingual Immigration Paralegal and/or Declarations Writer to join its team. This role involves drafting client declarations, preparing immigration case packets, conducting research, and supporting case workflows.
Responsibilities
- Draft and take client declarations (Spanish–English)
- Prepare legal packets, including:
- cover letters
- correspondence
- forms
- ensuring clarity, accuracy, and logical structure based on templates and case details
- Conduct research and gather relevant information
- Learn and apply internal processes and workflows
- Communicate with clients professionally and clearly
- Collaborate with teammates to support case preparation and documentation
Requirements
- Bilingual ability (English–Spanish)
- Minimum of 6 months of experience in humanitarian immigration cases, including one or more of the following:
- VAWA
- T Visa
- U Visa
- Family Based
- Experience taking declarations and drafting legal documents
- Basic knowledge of immigration legal documents, processes, and workflows
- Demonstrated ability to write clearly, concisely, and accurately
Preferred Qualifications
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both Spanish and English
- Strong command of written drafting, grammar, syntax, and legal style
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team
- Strong client communication skills with clarity, empathy, and professionalism
- High attention to detail and focus on accuracy
- Ability to quickly learn new processes, workflows, and legal concepts
- Client-focused mindset and sensitivity to humanitarian cases
- Analytical thinking and ability to organize facts logically
- Ability to adapt to changes in case requirements or regulations
Compensation & Benefits
- Base hourly pay: $7–$12 USD/hour (depending on experience)
- Ongoing professional development
- Paid Time Off after twelve months
Location
Additional Notes
- The role requires the candidate to be bilingual (Spanish–English).