Bilingual Paralegals Asylum- (English/Spanish)

Overview

This role involves temporary, full-time support for a U.S.-based law firm’s large-scale asylum project. The organization is seeking multiple Bilingual (Spanish/English) Immigration Paralegals to assist attorneys and legal staff with preparing case materials for affirmative and defensive asylum matters.

Responsibilities

• Conduct client interviews via video and telephone to gather case facts and supporting information.
• Draft declarations, prepare evidence packages, and organize supporting documentation.
• Assist with the preparation of legal briefs and country conditions reports.
• Support affirmative and defensive asylum matters, including preparation of Form I-589 applications and related filings.
• Collaborate with attorneys and legal staff to manage case workflow and deadlines.
• Review and analyze client-provided documentation.
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality while working directly with clients.

Requirements

• 2+ years of immigration paralegal experience.
• Experience supporting asylum matters, including affirmative and defensive asylum cases.
• Familiarity with I-589 applications, declarations, evidence packages, and EOIR removal proceedings.
• Professional Spanish language proficiency required.
• Strong written communication skills in Spanish required.
• Fluent English communication skills preferred.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage a high-volume caseload.

Compensation & Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations, subject to eligibility.
• Benefit details will be provided upon successful hire.

Schedule

• Full-time schedule.
• Anticipated start date: mid-September.
• Approximately two weeks of training prior to beginning live case work.
• Initial project expected to last at least five months, with potential for extension based on project needs.

Location

• Fully remote.
• Candidates must be physically located within the United States.

Additional Information

• California residents with qualified applications that include arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
• Equal opportunity employer; individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.