Criminal Paralegal - Bilingual (English/Spanish) - Onsite

Overview:

Do you want a job where you can show up and make a difference in the world every day? Are you ready to join a dynamic, mission-driven company? At Alexandra Lozano Immigration Law (ALIL) we are dedicated to changing the lives of the Latino immigrant community through zealous advocacy, finding creative solutions and aggressive legal strategies.

Apply today to join our team and become a part of our mission!

The ideal candidate will have experience in crimimmigration and be highly detail-oriented, organized, and proficient in managing deadlines and client interactions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist attorneys with case preparation, legal research, drafting documents, and submitting cases to courts and other relevant entities.
• Conduct client intake, take declarations, and ensure thorough collection of case information.
• Communicate effectively with clients, providing updates, answering questions, and scheduling meetings as necessary.
• Manage attorney calendars by scheduling client meetings, hearings, and other key appointments.
• Liaise with district attorneys, prosecutors, court staff, and other legal professionals to facilitate case progress.
• Research criminal law and its intersection with immigration law to determine potential consequences for clients’ immigration cases.
• Maintain organized and accurate case files, ensuring compliance with deadlines and legal procedures.
• Prepare and submit filings, motions, and other legal documents with a high degree of accuracy.
• Stay updated on legal developments in criminal and immigration law and provide relevant insights to attorneys.

Responsibilities:

Client Interaction:

• Meet with clients in person and over the phone to gather case information and provide updates.
• Conduct client interviews to collect detailed information for case declarations and evidence.
• Maintain regular communication with clients to ensure all required documents are submitted in a timely manner.

Case Management:

• Prepare immigration applications and petitions, including but not limited to family-based petitions, adjustment of status, naturalization, asylum applications, and work permits.
• Draft legal documents such as case declarations and client affidavits.
• Review and organize client documents and evidence to support immigration cases.
• Complete immigration forms accurately, ensuring compliance with all relevant rules and procedures.
• Monitor and update case files to ensure deadlines are met and documentation is properly filed.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Work closely with attorneys and legal line managers to ensure adherence to case strategy and internal processes.
• Collaborate with other legal staff and departments to maintain smooth case flow and operations.
• Keep attorneys and legal line manager informed of case progress, potential issues, or missing documentation.

Adherence to Company Procedures:

• Follow internal Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and ensure all work aligns with company policies.
• Maintain high levels of accountability to KPIs, tracking work progress and ensuring deadlines are met.
• Participate in team meetings and training sessions to remain updated on legal developments and best practices.

Qualifications:

• Education and Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree or paralegal certification required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in criminal law; crimimmigration experience strongly preferred.
• Skills and Attributes:
• Strong research and analytical abilities, especially regarding criminal and immigration law.
• Exceptional attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication for working with clients, attorneys, and external stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Technical Proficiency:
• Proficient in case management software, legal research tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Familiarity with court e-filing systems.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual (English and Spanish preferred).
• Experience in high-volume, client-focused legal environments.

The ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment is crucial.

WHO WE ARE:

Alexandra Lozano Immigration Law is headquartered in Seattle, WA with offices in Los Angeles, Chicago, and Texas. Our team of passionate and highly trained individuals are doing life changing work for immigrants to the United States. We are a client-focused, results-oriented firm specializing in humanitarian immigration - 360 VAWA, U Visa, and T Visa as well as post-deportation options.

We are one of the fastest growing companies in America (#247 on Inc.5000), and our unique approach to cases has a proven success rate of over 90%. Our compensation and benefits are highly competitive, and we are always looking for people with a combination of grit and kindness, intelligence and empathy, and a desire to help improve people’s lives - if this sounds like you, we would love to meet you.

U.S. Benefits include:

• Medical (100% Employer Paid, for employees and their qualified dependents)
• Dental
• Vision
• Long Term Disability
• PTO & Sick Leave
• Fitness Membership
• Life Insurance
• Employee Appreciation events
• 401(k) with 6% employer match
• Employee Assistance Program
• and others not mentioned
• Compensation range for this position is $65,650 - $125,000 per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors. This range is provided as a general guideline and does not guarantee a specific salary. We are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices.