Paralegal - Virtual

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About the Role Th e Paralegal role involves working closely with legal support staff, operations, and attorneys. Paralegals will handle a wide range of immigration inquiries, prepare immigration court defense strategies, and conduct final reviews before escalating matters to attorneys. The Paralegal will maintain legal files and coordinate correspondence. Your Key Contribution Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities Understand requirements and processes for many law firm practices and types of cases including but not limited to VAWA, T-Visa, U-visa, I-589, EOIR 42-B, and Consular Processing cases. Evaluate and handle responses to client escalations and help identify how to move the case forward or improve the process. Process immigration court-related non- electronic filings to U.S. Immigration Courts across the country. Under the supervision of an attorney, help prepare legal training, templates, or scripts for operational teams. Partner with operational teams to provide strategic insight and additional thoughts on the case process and legal workflows that improve the process. Upon request and where appropriate, help handle overflow attorney tasks such as reviewing intake notes. Perform legal and factual research at the request of an attorney. Help develop and implement efficient workflows for filings, ensuring compliance with legal standards and deadlines. Analyze and prepare case documents. Review FBI background check requests, review state police clearance records and review FOIA records. Monitor case deadlines and filing requirements to ensure compliance with court rules, USCIS regulations, and firm policies. Communicate with clients to gather documentation, provide status updates, and clarify case requirements under attorney supervision. Organize supporting evidence including affidavits, records, and supporting documentation for case filings. Draft petitions, legal forms, correspondence, and supporting documentation for attorney review. Review intake, initial research and interview notes to develop legal strategies for attorney review Review and adjust case flow in response to immigration judges’ orders Conduct thorough reviews of full court case files prior to preparing our clients for court appearances Prepare clients for individual hearings, ensuring they understand their case and what to expect What Makes You a Great Fit Minimum Education and Experience Requirements (Essential Skills, Knowledge & Abilities) High School diploma or equivalent experience 3-6+ year relevant paralegal/legal support experience with demonstrated ability to manage complex case workflows, coordinate across functions, and resolve escalations. Proficient with Microsoft Office and related legal/ops tools (e.g., Dropbox, SharePoint, CRM). Possesses excellent English interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal Enhances efficiency, quality, and on-time filings; helps reduce errors/risks through improved workflows and escalation handling. Attention to detail and excellent organizational skills Demonstrated ability to improve processes/workflows, prepare training/templates, and collaborate with operations. Manages moderately complex casework across multiple immigration categories; coordinates with attorneys and operations to maintain workflow continuity and compliance. Work Schedule Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM EST Equipment Requirements , For PC Users: A modern processor (Intel Core i5 or AMD Ryzen 5 from the last few years) Windows 11 (kept up to date) For Mac Users: A modern processor (Apple M1 chip or a recent Intel Core i5) A recent macOS (Ventura or newer) For Everyone: At least 8 GB of memory (RAM) to run applications smoothly A fast, hard drive with sufficient available storage How You'll Benefit Paid Time Off (PTO) – including vacation, sick leave, and personal days, consistent with the local country’s requirements. Paid Holidays – country‑specific public holidays. Locally aligned health benefits – such as medical, dental, vision, disability, and other required national benefits aligned to local laws and norms. Local payroll in native currency – with all taxes, social contributions, and statutory benefits automatically calculated and handled. Retirement or pension contributions – based on each country’s legal and cultural standards. Employee support and compliance protection – including access to local HR experts for questions about laws, culture, or benefits. Our Firm At Lisinski Law Firm , the commitment we show to our clients is matched by how we support and invest in our people. LLF is a place where employees are encouraged by peers, heard by leadership, and strengthened by a genuinely collaborative team culture. Whether you join Marketing, IT, Accounting, Legal, or any other function, your work matters. Every role contributes to meaningful, lasting impact in the lives of those we serve. Our Values At Lisinski Law Firm, we are driven by a client-obsessed mindset and a commitment to learning, advocacy, efficiency, and nimbleness in everything we do. We work as true team players, delivering creative problem-solving and high-quality service to support families with excellence and care. Ready to take the next step in your career at the Firm? Apply today! About The Lisinski Law Firm Since 2020, Lisinski Law Firm has served as a dedicated humanitarian immigration practice committed to providing meaningful support to individuals and families seeking safety, stability, and a path forward. We frequently stand with clients who have been turned away elsewhere, offering both advocacy and care. Joining our Firm means becoming part of a team devoted to keeping families together and “Changing as Many Lives as Possible.”