Bilingual Immigration Paralegal (or) Declarations Writer (English-Spanish) /

Overview

This role is for a Bilingual Immigration Paralegal and/or Declarations Writer. The employer is a New Jersey-based immigration law firm serving clients nationwide. The position requires bilingual Spanish–English ability.

Responsibilities

• Draft and take client declarations.
• Prepare middle-role legal packets, including:
  • cover letters
  • correspondence
  • forms
  • ensuring clarity, accuracy, and logical structure based on templates and case details
• Conduct research and gather information.
• Learn and apply internal processes.
• Communicate with clients.
• Collaborate with team members.

Requirements

Technical Skills (Hard Skills)

• Bilingual English–Spanish.
• Minimum of 6 months of experience in humanitarian immigration cases (VAWA, T Visa, U Visa, Family Based).
• Experience taking declarations and drafting legal documents.
• Basic knowledge of immigration legal documents, processes, and workflows.
• Ability to write clearly, concisely, and accurately.

Soft Skills (Interpersonal and Professional)

• 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 accuracy.
• Ability to quickly learn new processes, workflows, and legal concepts.
• Client-focused mindset with sensitivity to humanitarian cases.
• Analytical thinking and ability to organize facts logically.
• Adaptability to changes in case requirements or regulations.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base hourly pay: $7–$12 USD/hour (depending on experience).
• Ongoing professional development.
• Paid Time Off after twelve months.

Location

• Remote 100%