Asylum Paralegal – LATAM
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Asylum Paralegal supporting legal team in preparing asylum applications with a focus on Latin American clients. Conducting research and maintaining client case files remotely, requiring bilingual skills.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct thorough and accurate client intake processes, including initial screenings, phone calls, emails, and the collection of necessary information for attorney review.
- Support attorneys in preparing and filing asylum applications, with a particular focus on Latin American clients.
- Prepare client declarations and gather, organize, and summarize supporting evidence for asylum cases.
- Conduct detailed country conditions research, specifically related to Latin American countries, to support asylum applications.
- Prepare and complete requisite forms for review by USCIS, EOIR, and other relevant legal entities.
- Draft, edit, and proofread a variety of legal documents, including briefs, letters, filings, and other correspondence.
- Manage case deadlines and maintain organized, up-to-date client case files and internal databases.
- Maintain timely and professional communication with clients, ensuring clarity and accessibility throughout the legal process.
- Compose insightful blog articles on legal topics relevant to asylum and immigration law to contribute to the firm’s online presence.
- Conduct legal research and analysis to support the legal team across different practice areas.
- Oversee administrative tasks as needed in support of attorneys and casework.
Requirements:
- A degree in law, preferably with a strong focus on writing and research.
- Fluency in both English and Spanish, including exceptional oral and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, and the ability to work independently.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other standard computer skills.
- At least 2 years of experience working in a legal environment.
- The ability to work remotely with reliable internet access and a computer is a must.
Benefits:
- Flexible work arrangements


















