Bilingual Paralegal

Description

We have an open position for a bilingual (Spanish-English) paralegal.  Paralegals assist attorneys by performing the following duties:

• Filling out immigration forms
• Taking client affidavits and statements
• Drafting simple motions for family and immigration court
• Drafting family court petitions for custody and guardianship cases
• Drafting letters and adjournment requests
• Translation of documents, including complex legal documents
• Appearances to the New York Asylum office as interpreters
• Heavy interaction with clients, in person and over the phone

Requirements:

• Two- or four-year college degree
• Verbal & written fluency in Spanish and English
• Ability to interpret and translate complex documents
• Ability to work under pressure and multitask
• Very details-oriented and organized.

Salary

We offer a competitive salary, medical benefits, vacation, sick and holiday pay.