Paralegal (Temporary)

Key Responsibilities

• Essential duties and responsibilities include the following:
• Conduct comprehensive immigration screenings to assess eligibility for services and legal benefits and answer client inquiries.
• Assist staff attorneys with immigration applications and cases.
• Conduct legal research and drafting of supporting documents for cases.
• Process immigration-related correspondence and manage routine client communications.
• Maintain detailed and up-to-date notes in case management systems, and in physical and electronic files.
• Work with MinKwon’s development staff on immigration grants deliverables and reporting.
• Provide ongoing administrative and operational support to the immigration legal services team.
• Candidates will be evaluated on the basis of the following:
• Interest and experience in working with immigrant communities
• Expertise and experience in immigration law
• Proficiency in a second language
• Ability to manage a diverse and high caseload and deadlines efficiently with minimal supervision
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work well both independently and in teams
• Strong commitment to public service; non-profit experience preferred

Qualifications

• The minimum required qualifications for this position include the following:
• Chinese and/or Spanish fluency is required.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and conducting research.
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment and with limited English proficient communities.
• Experience with data entry.

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