Bilingual Immigration Paralegal

Job description:

Nwokocha & Operana Law Offices is seeking to hire a Bilingual Paralegal interested in joining our legal team. We are a fast-paced immigration firm dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of our clients. We value teamwork, professionalism, and compassion.

Ability to Commute:

• Minneapolis, MN 55401 (Required)

Work Location:

• In person (mandatory)

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in the immigration field
• Full fluency in Spanish and English (speaking, reading, writing, and listening)
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment as part of a close-knit team provides a challenging opportunity and an enjoyable workplace
• Ability to work within a team environment and work well under pressure, especially with deadlines
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Strong attention to detail, exceptional organizational skills, and a positive attitude
• Experience working with individuals from culturally and economically diverse backgrounds
• Prior customer service experience
• Requires occasional lifting up to and exceeding 20 pounds

Key Responsibilities:

• Utilize web-based immigration case management systems and databases
• Review and assess client-provided documents and information to identify issues and proactively alert attorneys for strategic case planning
• Draft and manage immigration, family, and criminal petitions, ensuring compliance with internal timelines, checklists, and procedural standards
• Ensure all written and verbal communications with clients reflect a service-centered approach to legal representation
• Maintain electronic and physical client files
• Conduct research on immigration laws, policies, and procedures
• Coordinate and communicate with clients to collect required case documentation
• Provide clients with timely updates on case progress
• Maintain a friendly, professional, and positive demeanor in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Perform legal administrative duties, including calendar management, coordinating meetings, handling correspondence, arranging appointments, as well as answering, screening, and routing incoming phone calls, and manage receipt of client payments
• Requires occasional lifting up to and exceeding 20 pounds

Additional Information:

• Compensation is commensurate with experience
• Paid holidays, vacation time, and sick leave
• Health and dental insurance and 401(k) plan available for eligible employees
• Retirement plan
• Bi-annual office retreat abroad

Job Type:

• Full-time

Schedule:

• 7.5-hour shift