The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC
Paralegal - Immigration Case Assistant
The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
Paralegal - Immigration Case Assistant
The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC
– Dallas, TX
About the role The United Firm is looking for a Paralegal - Immigration Case Assistant to join our growing legal team in Dallas. You will report directly to the Legal Department Supervisor. You will have a solid knowledge of immigration‑related laws and be able to make reasoned decisions. Candidates must have a client‑service attitude with excellent case‑management skills and a deep understanding of procedural requirements for different types of non‑immigrant and immigrant visas. This role will participate in all aspects of our Immigration practice, including managing client relationships, reviewing cases, analyzing and preparing petitions, and filing non‑immigrant petitions.
Responsibilities
Analyze case documents and prepare immigration applications for filing with the appropriate government agency
Communicate with clients and foreign nationals regarding procedural and case‑processing issues, assisting with the review of cases
Oversee status of cases through utilization of case management and billing systems; run reports
Follow internal intake procedures after a client retains our firm
Make regular updates to our case management system including client information, case tracking information, and client communications
Maintain hard copy files and documents to support all immigration activity on behalf of clients
Ensure that clients are kept informed on the progress of their cases
Assist attorneys and other team members to manage caseload
Complete assignments and communicate case progress/status/issues to supervisors
Qualifications
At least 1–2 years of immigration law experience
Previous experience as a paralegal or in another legal field
Experience with Family‑Based Petitions, Humanitarian, EOIR, Detained, Citizenship, and other USCIS applications
Experience with case‑management software
Benefits We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance. We have a great compensation package that includes a 401(k) plan. Perks include catered lunches, complimentary parking, paid time off, and more. Come be a part of our growing firm and take advantage of career development opportunities with a focus on excellence in the legal industry.
Equal Employment Opportunity The United Firm, APC is an equal employment opportunity employer, and we welcome everyone regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetics. We are dedicated to providing an inclusive, open, and diverse work environment.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function & Industries
Legal
Law Practice
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– Dallas, TX
About the role The United Firm is looking for a Paralegal - Immigration Case Assistant to join our growing legal team in Dallas. You will report directly to the Legal Department Supervisor. You will have a solid knowledge of immigration‑related laws and be able to make reasoned decisions. Candidates must have a client‑service attitude with excellent case‑management skills and a deep understanding of procedural requirements for different types of non‑immigrant and immigrant visas. This role will participate in all aspects of our Immigration practice, including managing client relationships, reviewing cases, analyzing and preparing petitions, and filing non‑immigrant petitions.
Responsibilities
Analyze case documents and prepare immigration applications for filing with the appropriate government agency
Communicate with clients and foreign nationals regarding procedural and case‑processing issues, assisting with the review of cases
Oversee status of cases through utilization of case management and billing systems; run reports
Follow internal intake procedures after a client retains our firm
Make regular updates to our case management system including client information, case tracking information, and client communications
Maintain hard copy files and documents to support all immigration activity on behalf of clients
Ensure that clients are kept informed on the progress of their cases
Assist attorneys and other team members to manage caseload
Complete assignments and communicate case progress/status/issues to supervisors
Qualifications
At least 1–2 years of immigration law experience
Previous experience as a paralegal or in another legal field
Experience with Family‑Based Petitions, Humanitarian, EOIR, Detained, Citizenship, and other USCIS applications
Experience with case‑management software
Benefits We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance. We have a great compensation package that includes a 401(k) plan. Perks include catered lunches, complimentary parking, paid time off, and more. Come be a part of our growing firm and take advantage of career development opportunities with a focus on excellence in the legal industry.
Equal Employment Opportunity The United Firm, APC is an equal employment opportunity employer, and we welcome everyone regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetics. We are dedicated to providing an inclusive, open, and diverse work environment.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function & Industries
Legal
Law Practice
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