Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Position Overview  

The Law Offices of Josue Ruiz, d/b/a Immigration Legal Advisors, is seeking a detail-oriented and compassionate  Bilingual Immigration Paralegal to support our practice. This role involves managing a high-volume caseload, preparing applications, and maintaining consistent client communication. 

 
Key Responsibilities  

Case Management  

• Maintain organized physical and electronic case files 
• Tracking deadlines and managing case progress through USCIS, EOIR, NVC and other legal case management systems 
• Drafting client correspondence and managing scheduling of case-related appointments or upcoming hearings  
• Coordinating or conducting certified translations, interpreters and filings 

USCIS Application Preparation   

• Prepare and file immigration applications, not limited to, but including: 
• Adjustment of Status: I-130, I-130A, I-485, I-765, I-131, I-864 
• Waivers: I-601A and I-212s 
• U Visas: I-918 and supplements 
• SIJS: I-360s  
• Compiling supporting evidence, including bona fide marriage packets and hardship documentation 
• Assisting with DS-260 applications and NVC Submissions 

EOIR Removal Defense Preparation  

• Preparing and filing applications for relief before the Immigration Court (e.g. asylum, cancellation, waivers) 
• Drafting and organizing complete exhibit packets, including indexing, pagination, and tabbing in compliance with court requirements 
• Assisting attorneys with client declarations and supporting affidavits 
• Assisting attorneys with managing EOIR filings via ECAS/Portal, including motions, evidence submissions and updates 
• Assisting attorneys with tracking individual hearing deadlines, biometrics requirements, and filing windows 
• Assisting attorneys and clients with Master Calendar and Individual Hearing Prep  
• Providing technical and logistical support for virtual hearings (Webex/EOIR Platform) 

Client Support  

• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients 
• Collect documents, provide case updates, and explain next steps (under attorney supervision) 
• Supporting Attorneys with preparing clients for USCIS interviews and court appearances. 
• Handling sensitive matters with professionalism and empathy 
• Documenting all communications in case management systems 

Team Collaboration  

• Work closely with attorneys and staff to ensure efficient workflow 
• Follow directions from supervisors and escalate urgent issues when needed. 

Qualifications  

• Minimum 1 year of immigration law experience ( required ) 
• Bilingual in English and Spanish (required)  
• Strong organizational and time-management skills 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload with competing deadlines 
• High attention to detail and sound judgement 

Technology

• Experience with Docketwise, myUSCIS, EOIR Portal (preferred) 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe ( required )  

 
Benefits  

• 401 (k) + matching 
• Health Insurance 
• Paid Time Off 

Why Join Us  

 

• Supportive, team-oriented environment 
• Opportunity to work on meaningful cases that impact lives 
• Growth and development within immigration law 
  
   

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