Supervising Immigration Paralegal

About the role

Sanabria & Associates, PLLC is a prestigious and rapidly expanding law firm with offices in Maryland, DC, Virginia & Florida. A successful candidate will assist during all phases of the immigration process, provide a high-quality level of client support, and supervise a team of paralegals. On-the-job training and industry-leading benefits are offered.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and filing applications with USCIS, including but not limited to: family-based petitions (I-130), adjustment of status (I-485), provisional waivers (I-601A), naturalization (N-400), employment authorization documents (I-765), DACA/TPS (I-821D), Consular Processing (DS-260) and U Visas (I-918)
• Submitting motions, applications, and supplemental evidence filings with EOIR in advance of Individual/Merits Hearings
• Proactively communicating with clients to answer questions and provide status updates
• Supervising a team of paralegals and providing guidance
• Conducting work performance reviews
• Reviewing, delegating, and prioritizing work for paralegal caseloads
• Using Case Management reporting tools to manage data and information and communicating report findings with senior management
• Interviewing potential candidates for paralegal and legal assistant positions
• Leading training for new hires and conducting periodic training sessions for staff as needed

Requirements

• Bilingual (Spanish and English required)
• Expert knowledge of Immigration Court and USCIS procedures
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and prioritize cases
• Works well under pressure
• Strong time-management skills
• Experience using Microsoft Office and Google Suite
• Experience using Docketwise software is a bonus
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• 4+ years of Immigration Paralegal experience

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• 401(k)
• Vacation time
• Sick time
• Paid Federal Holidays
• Paid Birthday and Work Anniversary off
• Life Insurance

Pay

$70,000 - $80,000 per year