Immigration Paralegal
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Immigration Paralegal
Bishara Law – Bayonne, New Jersey (On-Site / Hybrid)
Bishara Law is seeking a highly organized and motivated Immigration Paralegal
to join our growing legal team. This is a full-time
on-site/hybrid position
based in
Bayonne, New Jersey . The Immigration Paralegal will work closely with attorneys and legal staff to support a wide range of immigration matters, including
removal defense, asylum applications, family-based petitions, and employment-based filings .
This role requires strong attention to detail, the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously, and a solid understanding of immigration procedures before
USCIS and the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) .
Key Responsibilities
Monitor daily mail
Assist attorneys in the preparation and filing of
immigration applications, petitions, and supporting documentation .
Prepare filings for
USCIS , including but not limited to:
Form
I-589 (Application for Asylum and Withholding of Removal)
Form
I-130 (Petition for Alien Relative)
Form
I-485 (Adjustment of Status)
Form
I-765 (Employment Authorization)
Form
I-131 (Travel Document)
Form
I-360 (VAWA / Special Immigrant filings)
Assist with
EOIR removal defense cases , including:
Preparing
EOIR-28 filings
Drafting motions, briefs, and supporting exhibits
Preparing evidence packets and court filings
Monitoring immigration court hearing schedules
Maintain and update case files using
Docketwise case management software .
Track deadlines and ensure timely filing of all immigration petitions and court documents.
Conduct
legal research related to immigration statutes, regulations, and case law
when needed.
Communicate with clients to collect documentation, explain filing requirements, and provide updates on case progress.
Prepare
affidavits, declarations, and client statements .
Organize and compile evidence for immigration filings, including country condition reports and supporting documentation.
Maintain compliance with
USCIS and EOIR filing requirements , including formatting and submission guidelines.
Coordinate with attorneys to prepare clients for
USCIS interviews and immigration court hearings .
Assist in preparing responses to
Requests for Evidence (RFEs)
and
Notices of Intent to Deny (NOIDs) .
Monitor case status through
USCIS online portals, EOIR systems, and government databases .
Support attorneys in preparing
legal briefs and supporting documentation for complex immigration matters .
Qualifications
Experience working in
U.S. immigration law
is strongly preferred.
Familiarity with
EOIR procedures, USCIS filings, and immigration case management systems .
Experience using
Docketwise
or similar immigration software is highly preferred.
Strong
attention to detail and organizational skills .
Ability to manage
multiple cases and deadlines simultaneously
in a fast-paced legal environment.
Excellent
written and verbal communication skills .
Strong
research and analytical skills .
Ability to maintain
confidentiality and professionalism
when handling sensitive client information.
Experience working in a
law firm or legal environment
is preferred.
Bachelor’s degree in Law, Political Science, International Relations, or a related field
preferred.
Preferred Skills
Experience with
removal defense and immigration court procedures .
Ability to work with
bilingual clients
(Spanish or Arabic is a plus).
Familiarity with
country conditions research for asylum cases .
Strong client communication and case management skills.
About Bishara Law Bishara Law is a nationally recognized immigration law firm dedicated to protecting the rights of immigrants across the United States. Our firm handles a wide range of complex immigration matters, including
asylum, removal defense, humanitarian relief, and family-based immigration cases . We are committed to providing compassionate and strategic legal representation to individuals and families navigating the U.S. immigration system.
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Bishara Law – Bayonne, New Jersey (On-Site / Hybrid)
Bishara Law is seeking a highly organized and motivated Immigration Paralegal
to join our growing legal team. This is a full-time
on-site/hybrid position
based in
Bayonne, New Jersey . The Immigration Paralegal will work closely with attorneys and legal staff to support a wide range of immigration matters, including
removal defense, asylum applications, family-based petitions, and employment-based filings .
This role requires strong attention to detail, the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously, and a solid understanding of immigration procedures before
USCIS and the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) .
Key Responsibilities
Monitor daily mail
Assist attorneys in the preparation and filing of
immigration applications, petitions, and supporting documentation .
Prepare filings for
USCIS , including but not limited to:
Form
I-589 (Application for Asylum and Withholding of Removal)
Form
I-130 (Petition for Alien Relative)
Form
I-485 (Adjustment of Status)
Form
I-765 (Employment Authorization)
Form
I-131 (Travel Document)
Form
I-360 (VAWA / Special Immigrant filings)
Assist with
EOIR removal defense cases , including:
Preparing
EOIR-28 filings
Drafting motions, briefs, and supporting exhibits
Preparing evidence packets and court filings
Monitoring immigration court hearing schedules
Maintain and update case files using
Docketwise case management software .
Track deadlines and ensure timely filing of all immigration petitions and court documents.
Conduct
legal research related to immigration statutes, regulations, and case law
when needed.
Communicate with clients to collect documentation, explain filing requirements, and provide updates on case progress.
Prepare
affidavits, declarations, and client statements .
Organize and compile evidence for immigration filings, including country condition reports and supporting documentation.
Maintain compliance with
USCIS and EOIR filing requirements , including formatting and submission guidelines.
Coordinate with attorneys to prepare clients for
USCIS interviews and immigration court hearings .
Assist in preparing responses to
Requests for Evidence (RFEs)
and
Notices of Intent to Deny (NOIDs) .
Monitor case status through
USCIS online portals, EOIR systems, and government databases .
Support attorneys in preparing
legal briefs and supporting documentation for complex immigration matters .
Qualifications
Experience working in
U.S. immigration law
is strongly preferred.
Familiarity with
EOIR procedures, USCIS filings, and immigration case management systems .
Experience using
Docketwise
or similar immigration software is highly preferred.
Strong
attention to detail and organizational skills .
Ability to manage
multiple cases and deadlines simultaneously
in a fast-paced legal environment.
Excellent
written and verbal communication skills .
Strong
research and analytical skills .
Ability to maintain
confidentiality and professionalism
when handling sensitive client information.
Experience working in a
law firm or legal environment
is preferred.
Bachelor’s degree in Law, Political Science, International Relations, or a related field
preferred.
Preferred Skills
Experience with
removal defense and immigration court procedures .
Ability to work with
bilingual clients
(Spanish or Arabic is a plus).
Familiarity with
country conditions research for asylum cases .
Strong client communication and case management skills.
About Bishara Law Bishara Law is a nationally recognized immigration law firm dedicated to protecting the rights of immigrants across the United States. Our firm handles a wide range of complex immigration matters, including
asylum, removal defense, humanitarian relief, and family-based immigration cases . We are committed to providing compassionate and strategic legal representation to individuals and families navigating the U.S. immigration system.
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