Immigration Paralegal Job at Cohen & Cohen Personal Injury Lawyers, Forest Hills, NY

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  • Cohen & Cohen Personal Injury Lawyers
  • Forest Hills, NY

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Job Title: Immigration Paralegal

Job Type: Full-time

Location: Forest Hills, Queens NY

Responsibilities

Work shoulder-to-shoulder with a retired U.S. Immigration Judge and gain invaluable, hands-on experience in all aspects of immigration law. In this role, you’ll be directly involved in high-impact cases, learning strategies and insights you won’t find in textbooks or training programs.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist the retired Judge and attorneys in the preparation, filing, and tracking of immigration petitions, applications, motions, and other legal documents before EOIR (immigration courts) and USCIS.
  • Draft and organize filings for removal defense, asylum, adjustment of status, waivers, appeals, and humanitarian cases.
  • Conduct legal research and stay current on immigration laws, regulations, and procedural changes.
  • Prepare and compile supporting evidence, exhibits, and case packets for hearings and interviews.
  • Communicate with clients to gather information, provide updates, and answer case-related questions.
  • Maintain accurate, organized client files in both digital and physical formats.
  • Draft legal correspondence, pleadings, and forms, ensuring accuracy and compliance with immigration requirements.
  • Schedule client appointments, court hearings, and interviews with immigration agencies.
  • Monitor and track deadlines to ensure timely submissions.
  • Assist in preparing clients for interviews and hearings.
  • Collaborate closely with the legal team to develop case strategies and achieve the best possible outcomes.

Requirements: Qualifications
  • Minimum 2 years of immigration paralegal experience, with a strong focus on EOIR and USCIS practice.
  • Thorough knowledge of U.S. immigration laws, procedures, and standard forms.
  • Proficiency in legal research, drafting, and evidence organization.
  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficiency with immigration case management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Bilingual (Spanish/English, Russian/English, etc.) strongly preferred.
  • Ability to work independently while thriving in a collaborative team environment.
  • High-level organizational and time-management skills.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you are a highly motivated individual with a passion for immigration law, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Job Tags

Full time, Work at office,

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