Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

The Senior Immigration Litigation Paralegal position is a part of one of four legal teams at Murray Osorio.

Murray Osorio’s litigation department handles immigration-related matters such as habeas corpus petitions, petitions for writs of mandamus, emergency injunctive relief, and lawsuits seeking review of visa petition denials, in federal district courts across the United States; as well as appeals of removal cases to the Board of Immigration Appeals and the various U.S. Courts of Appeals across the country. This candidate will be the first point of contact with clients in the preparation of their case across the country. You will be working with various immigration agencies and third-party professionals pertaining to the client’s needs. The position offers a rich environment where the ideal candidate will be exposed to specialize in handling complex cases before the Immigration court.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Assist in the preparation and filing of pleadings such as complaints, motions, Notices of Appeal and appeal briefs before various U.S. District Courts, the Board of Immigration Appeals, or U.S. Courts of Appeal.

• Complete affidavits with clients and any witnesses.

• Assist in the preparation of simple and/or complex motions.

• Responsible for E-filing through ECAS or PACER/ECF.

• Interpret cases as needed.

• Maintain and update case-management database.

• Maintain direct client contact (phone calls/emails).

• Schedule appointments for hearings, managing calendar, and deadlines.

• Work with the Legal Assistant Team to ensure filing arrives at the proper location.

• Develop effective working relationships and communicate with attorneys, staff, clients.

Basic Qualifications:

• Must be fluent in Spanish (reading, writing, speaking)

• Bachelor’s degree

• Minimum of 2 years of work experience in immigration law, with significant exposure to federal litigation or appeals

• Able to handle a high volume of work independently and in teams

• Able to work in a fast-paced environment

• Strong communication skills

• Detail-oriented and highly organized

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience using AdobePro, Docketwise, Salesforce, SharePoint, and Zoom
• Bachelors/associate degree with paralegal studies (ABA approved)

Benefits:
We value our employees and offer a competitive benefits package, including:

• Opportunities for professional development and advancement in a supportive and collaborative environment
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401k with Company Match (after 6 months)
• 10 Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off Accruals (4 weeks in the first year)
• Parking Reimbursement
• Flexible Work Schedule (3 days in office per week)

Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00AM - 5:00 PM

Job Tags

Work experience placement, Work at office, Monday to Friday, Flexible hours, 3 days per week,

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