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Seeking Experienced Immigration Paralegals

Remote, Volunteer must be in Maryland, US
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    Flexible
    Commitment Details:
    Can be discussed at interview
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    10
    Cause Areas:
    Family, Human Rights & Civil Liberties, Immigrants or Refugees, Legal Assistance, Victim Support
    Benefits:
    Formación incluida
    Good For:
    Grupos públicos
    Participation Requirements:
    Asistir a orientación
    Age Requirement:
    18+

    Description

    Seeking Experienced Immigration Paralegals

    Join our community of individuals looking to make a difference. At PASS Maryland we are committed to keeping families together and are working tirelessly to navigate and streamline the immigration process to prevent deportation. If you are detail oriented, passionate and proactive about immigration law, we want to hear from you!

    Qualifications:

    • Fluency in multiple languages is a plus but not required.
    • 1+ years of experience in USCIS and/or EOIR casework is required.
    • Outstanding English writing, communication, and organizational skills are essential.
    • Highschool diploma or GED
    • Law students encouraged to apply

    Major Responsibilities:

    • Prepare and file immigration benefits applications as assigned.
    • Support removal defense processes, including preparing applications for Cancellation of Removal, Asylum, and Withholding of Removal. Gather necessary documents, prepare affidavits/declarations, and organize all immigration court filings.
    • Assist the attorney in drafting immigration petitions and applications, ensuring all documentation is complete for submission to the relevant administrative agency.
    • Review and organize client documentation, analyze case data, and summarize findings for the attorney's review.
    • Collaborate with the attorney to identify potential case issues and strategize effectively.
    • Maintain organized and legally compliant client files, monitoring deadlines and tracking the progress of individual cases.
    • Manage a high volume of immigration matters across various stages.
    • Draft correspondence to clients and agencies, and communicate with them directly when necessary.
    • Translate documents and provide direct translations for clients during office meetings as delegated.
    • Review Requests for Additional Evidence (RFE) and prepare comprehensive responses.
    • Undertake special projects and other assignments as directed, demonstrating a proactive approach to anticipating attorney and client needs.

    Join our community of individuals looking to make a difference. At PASS Maryland we are committed to keeping families together and are working tirelessly to navigate and streamline the immigration process to prevent deportation. If you are detail oriented, passionate and proactive about immigration law, we want to hear from you!

    Qualifications:

    • Fluency in multiple languages is a plus but not required.
    • 1+ years of experience in USCIS and/or EOIR casework is required.
    • Outstanding English writing, communication, and organizational skills are essential.
    • Highschool diploma or GED
    • Law students encouraged to apply

    Major Responsibilities:

    • Prepare and file immigration benefits applications as assigned.
    • Support removal defense processes, including preparing applications for Cancellation of Removal, Asylum, and Withholding of Removal. Gather necessary documents, prepare affidavits/declarations, and organize all immigration court filings.
    • Assist the…

    Location

    Remote
    Volunteer must be in Maryland, US
    Associated Location
    Baltimore, MD, USA

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