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

Overview

The organization is seeking an enthusiastic Bilingual Immigration Paralegal and/or Declarations Writer to join its immigration team. This role supports humanitarian immigration cases and involves drafting client declarations and preparing immigration packet materials.

Responsibilities

• Draft and take client declarations
• Prepare legal packets, including cover letters, correspondence, and forms, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and logical structure based on templates and case details
• Research and gather relevant information
• Learn and apply internal processes
• Communicate with clients professionally and clearly
• Collaborate with teammates to support case workflow

Requirements

• Bilingual in English and Spanish (Spanish–English)
• Minimum of 6 months of experience in humanitarian immigration cases, including one or more of: 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
• Strong client communication skills with clarity, empathy, and professionalism
• High attention to detail and commitment to 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
• Ability to adapt to changes in case requirements or regulations

Compensation & Benefits

• Base hourly pay between $7–$12 USD/hour, depending on experience
• Ongoing professional development
• Paid Time Off after twelve months

Location

• Remote 100%
• New Jersey-based employer