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Immigration Paralegal
Job Description
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You will handle complex removal defense and family-based immigration cases, partner closely with attorneys, and deliver an extraordinary client experience rooted in clarity, compassion, and excellence. Your work directly impacts family unity, personal safety, and long-term security for the clients we serve. Every application you prepare, every declaration you draft, every court filing you complete moves an immigrant one step closer to freedom. You'll be a good candidate if you excel in fast-paced legal environments, bring deep expertise in immigration law, and thrive when your work has purpose. You are energized by both complex casework and client-facing communication, and you believe in advocating for immigrants with excellence, innovation, and heart. Responsibilities/Duties Casework & Legal Support Manage a substantial caseload of family-based and removal defense matters Prepare and file immigration applications including I-589, I-42B, and bond requests Support attorneys in removal proceedings and USCIS matters Draft detailed declarations, particularly for asylum cases Gather, analyze, and organize evidence for court filings Assist attorneys in preparing clients for interviews and hearings Track and meet all critical deadlines Respond to USCIS Requests for Evidence with precision and clarity Client Experience Provide exceptional client service, ensuring clients feel informed and supported Explain immigration processes and case strategies clearly and confidently Team Collaboration & Leadership Mentor and guide Legal Assistants on best practices Maintain accurate and thorough case documentation using Filevine Coordinate with EOIR, ICE, and USCIS to support case progression Requirements Minimum 3 years of high-volume immigration law experience Expertise with I-589, I-42B, bond applications, and family-based petitions Experience preparing clients and documentation for Individual Calendar Hearings Strong understanding of asylum processes and complex removal defense Demonstrated success managing complex case types Fluent bilingual English-Spanish required Bachelor's Degree preferred Experience supervising or mentoring support staff Exceptional communication and client-service skills High attention to detail and accuracy Proficiency with legal case management systems (Filevine preferred) Ability to work on-site in both our Phoenix and Glendale locations Location Glendale, AZ Compensation $28-$32 per hour, depending on experience, plus: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) plan with employer matching 5 weeks PTO Paid professional development A career where your work creates real, lasting impact on immigrant familiesCareer Insights for Paralegal / Legal Assistant
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What they do
A Paralegal or Legal Assistant assists attorneys and law offices with a variety of tasks ranging from administrative support to legal research and writing. Maintains and organizes files or file databases. Conducts legal or other background research, assists with preparation for trials or hearings, and drafts documents to be filed. Uses software for electronic discovery of materials such as email for a trial. May specialize in a particular area of the law such as corporate or criminal law, family law or real estate law.
$65,368 / year median in Arizona
+7% projected growth