Paralegal/doj Accredited Representative

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Paralegal/doj Accredited Representative
The candidate will work with attorneys, DOJ-accredited representatives, and staff who contribute to serving clients who may qualify for a form of immigration relief. Manage ongoing casework for attorneys. Maintain complete and accurate client records in physical files and on ILC’s case management software, including, but not limited to, logging all new activities, filing receipts, correspondence, and filings in the case file, tracking reminders and deadlines, meeting those deadlines, etc., described in detail in ILC’s Legal Procedures Manual. Effectively and efficiently track open/closed cases using ILC’s case management software. Assist attorneys with forms, statements, cover letters, motions, petitions, and briefs. Once accredited, represent clients before USCIS. Maintain contact with ILC clients and promptly return calls according to the Legal Procedures Manual. Keep clients aware of the status of their cases. Inform clients of the risks and benefits of applying for immigration forms of relief. Contribute to outreach and education programs related to immigration law and advocate for the rights of immigrants. Provide education and advocacy to promote an accurate understanding of immigration law and policy, especially to agencies that work with children. Should have a strong commitment to public interest legal services and to the enfranchisement and empowerment of immigrant communities. Should have the ability to work sensitively with numerous staff, volunteers, and clients having diverse personalities, lifestyles, cultures, political orientations, and faiths; ability to take initiative and make difficult decisions when necessary; excellent communicator and writer. Strong people and organizational skills; ability to work in a team and handle multiple tasks in an organized and timely manner. Impeccable integrity, positive attitude, mission-driven, and self-directed. Should have the ability to think strategically, problem-solve, and exercise good Fluency in Spanish is preferred. judgment, and lead change.

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