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Senior paralegal for Removal Defense
full-time•United States
About this role
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Job Description:
The two new senior paralegals will be responsible for the following:Key ResponsibilitiesClient Communication: Conduct client interviews, maintain ongoing communication, and ensure clients are informed and supported throughout the process.
Case Management: Assist attorneys with all aspects of deportation defense and immigration matters, from intake through final resolution.
Legal Document Preparation: Draft motions, applications, declarations, and supporting evidence for filings before EOIR, USCIS, ICE, and the BIA.
Hearing & Trial Support: Prepare filings, organize exhibits, and assist attorneys in preparing clients and witnesses for hearings.
Research: Conduct legal and country conditions research to support applications for asylum, withholding of removal, CAT, and other immigration relief.
Record Management: Maintain accurate case files, track deadlines, and ensure timely filing of all documentation.
Liaison: Communicate with government agencies, detention centers, interpreters, and community organizations as needed.
Senior Deportation Paralegal – Deportation Defense
Location: In house or Remote
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience Required: Prior immigration law experience required
Language: Fluency in Spanish required
About the Role
CRW Law is seeking a highly organized Senior Deportation Paralegal to join our immigration defense team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in immigration law and experience supporting attorneys with filings before the Immigration Court, USCIS, ICE, and the BIA.
This position requires exceptional attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage a high-volume caseload in a fast-paced, client-centered environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Client Communication: Conduct client interviews, maintain ongoing communication, and ensure clients are informed and supported throughout the process.
- Case Management: Assist attorneys with all aspects of deportation defense and immigration matters, from intake through final resolution.
- Legal Document Preparation: Draft motions, applications, declarations, and supporting evidence for filings before EOIR, USCIS, ICE, and the BIA.
- Hearing & Trial Support: Prepare filings, organize exhibits, and assist attorneys in preparing clients and witnesses for hearings.
- Research: Conduct legal and country conditions research to support applications for asylum, withholding of removal, CAT, and other immigration relief.
- Record Management: Maintain accurate case files, track deadlines, and ensure timely filing of all documentation.
- Liaison: Communicate with government agencies, detention centers, interpreters, and community organizations as needed.
Qualifications
- Prior experience in immigration law.
- Strong understanding of immigration court procedures and filings before EOIR, BIA, USCIS, and related agencies.
- Familiarity with immigration relief options such as asylum, cancellation of removal, waivers, and adjustment of status.
- Fluency in Spanish required.
- Excellent writing, organizational, and time-management skills.
- Ability to handle sensitive matters with professionalism and empathy.
- Proficiency with immigration case management software
Benefits
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience, plus performance-based bonuses
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off, holidays, and professional development opportunities
- Supportive, mission-driven team environment focused on client advocacy
How to Apply
Send your résumé and a brief cover letter to Joe Rodriguez at [email protected].
What you'll do
- The Senior Paralegal will assist attorneys with deportation defense and immigration matters, managing client communication and case management from intake to resolution. They will also prepare legal documents, support hearings, conduct research, and maintain accurate case files.
About C.R. Wannamaker Law
We are changing lives by helping millions of undocumented immigrants come out of the shadows and live without fear, by helping them gain legal status in the United States. We do this through the use of zealous, aggressive, creative, and yet compassionate advocacy.
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As a Senior paralegal for Removal Defense at C.R. Wannamaker Law, you will: the Senior Paralegal will assist attorneys with deportation defense and immigration matters, managing client communication and case management from intake to resolution. They will also prepare legal documents, support hearings, conduct research, and maintain accurate case files..
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