Sr. Paralegal, U.s. Immigration Law

Company Description

Vergara Miller is led by Denisse Vergara Miller, an attorney licensed in the United States and Mexico. At Vergara Miller Law Firm, we believe in the power of changing lives. As a fast-growing and woman-owned law firm, we are dedicated to helping individuals achieve a positive impact in their lives by providing assistance with their immigration status.

Role Description

We currently seek an experienced paralegal who shares our passion for advocating for immigrant rights. The ideal candidate will embody the three essential qualities we pride ourselves on: Strong work ethic, initiative, and attention to detail. The Sr. Paralegal provides comprehensive support for the attorneys throughout the lifecycle of the legal case. This position requires leadership, cross-functional teamwork, and exemplary dedication toward the Vergara Miller Law Firm’s mission of “changing people’s lives''.

Qualifications

• + 2 yr. exp. in Family Based Immigration Law
• Bilingual English / Spanish Required
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in both English and Spanish.
• Exceptional attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment.
• Strong time-management and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, Dropbox, MyCase, and other software.

Responsibilities

• Prepare forms, draft cover letters, and assemble complete draft packets.
• Complete and sign a general review checklist of each packet for attorney review.
• Keep accurate and up-to-date case notes on MyCase and Airtable.
• Maintain a high level of communication with the legal team to address legal matters.
• Collaborate with management to ensure continuous improvement.

Application

To fulfill our commitment to deliver the highest quality of service, we aim to identify individuals who share our passion through a comprehensive hiring process that begins with the submission of your resume and cover letter (please include your favorite color so we know you're not a bot), is supplemented by personality assessments and job-specific skills tests, and involves two to three rounds of interviews.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Immigration Law: 2 years (Required)

Language:

• Spanish (Required)
• English (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Holladay Salt Lake City, UT 84121: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person