Job Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced and detail-oriented Senior Immigration Paralegal with over five years of dedicated legal support experience to join our dynamic legal team. In this pivotal role, you will manage complex immigration cases, coordinate with clients and attorneys, and ensure the seamless progression of legal processes. Your expertise will help drive efficiency, accuracy, and compliance across a broad spectrum of immigration matters. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional eager to contribute to impactful legal work within a collaborative environment.

Senior Immigration Paralegal (5+ Years Experience)

Law Firm of Michelle Reyes, Esq., PLLC
Full-Time | On-Site (San Juan, PR)

We are seeking an experienced Immigration Paralegal with at least 5 years of immigration law experience to support a growing practice focused on humanitarian immigration, removal defense, detention matters, federal litigation, family-based immigration, and waivers.

Practice Areas

• T Visas
• U Visas
• VAWA
• SIJS
• Family-Based Immigration
• Adjustment of Status
• Consular Processing
• Waivers (I-601, I-601A, I-212)
• Removal Defense
• Bond Proceedings
• Motions to Reopen and Reconsider
• Detained Cases
• Federal Habeas Corpus Litigation

Key Responsibilities

• Manage cases from intake through filing and completion.
• Prepare USCIS, EOIR, ICE, and federal court filings.
• Draft declarations, affidavits, motions, and supporting evidence packages.
• Communicate with clients and maintain accurate case records.
• Track deadlines, hearings, interviews, and RFEs.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• 35+ hours of legal production per month.
• 95%+ of assigned cases updated in accordance with firm standards.
• Timely completion of document requests and filing deadlines.
• Cases maintained within established case-life-cycle targets.
• Consistent client communication and responsiveness.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of immigration paralegal experience.
• Strong experience with USCIS and EOIR filings.
• Experience handling humanitarian and removal defense matters.
• Excellent writing, organizational, and case management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines.
• Spanish fluency strongly preferred.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• A Paralegal Certificate from an accredited or recognized institution may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.
• Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant immigration law experience will also be considered.

Compensation

Starting at approximately $45,000 per year, with higher compensation available based on experience, qualifications, and demonstrated immigration law expertise. Performance-based bonus opportunities may also be available.

Ideal Candidate

You are proactive, detail-oriented, compassionate, and committed to providing exceptional service to immigrant clients and their families while managing a complex caseload with minimal supervision.

To Apply: Submit your resume and a brief summary of your immigration law experience, including the types of cases you have handled.

Join us to be part of a forward-thinking team where your expertise will make a meaningful difference! We value proactive professionals who thrive in fast-paced environments while delivering exceptional legal support that upholds the highest standards of integrity and professionalism.

Pay: $44,742.48 - $53,883.42 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person