Sintia Solis Law Firm PLLC is seeking an organized, detail-oriented, and dependable USCIS Immigration Paralegal to join our Immigration Department.
The USCIS Immigration Paralegal will assist attorneys with the preparation, filing, tracking, and management of immigration cases filed with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). This position requires strong attention to detail, excellent organization, timely follow-up, and the ability to communicate professionally with clients.
The ideal candidate is comfortable working in a fast-paced law firm environment, managing multiple cases and deadlines, reviewing documents carefully, and keeping attorneys and clients updated throughout the immigration process.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Assist attorneys with preparing and filing USCIS immigration cases.
- Prepare forms, applications, petitions, supporting documents, and filing packets.
- Review client documents for completeness, accuracy, and consistency.
- Communicate with clients regarding documents, case updates, appointments, and follow-ups.
- Track USCIS notices, receipts, biometrics, interviews, RFEs, approvals, and other case updates.
- Maintain accurate and organized case files and update MyCase regularly.
- Monitor case deadlines and follow up on outstanding client documents or case items.
- Assist attorneys with case preparation, research, and other immigration-related tasks as needed.
- Handle a variety of USCIS matters and provide support wherever needed within the Immigration Department.
- Follow firm procedures and communicate any issues or concerns to the attorney or management.
Requirements:
- Bilingual – fluent in both Spanish and English.
- Previous experience as an immigration paralegal, preferably with significant USCIS case experience.
- Strong knowledge of USCIS forms, procedures, and filing requirements.
- Ability to manage multiple immigration cases simultaneously.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize competing assignments.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive client information.
- Proficiency with Google Workspace, and case management software.
- Ability to learn and follow firm-specific procedures and workflows.
Work Schedule
Monday to Friday- 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Full-time position. Schedule may occasionally vary based on department needs, client appointments, court/USCIS matters, or firm events.