Immigration Paralegal

Job Description (Hybrid Position)

Salary Range: $50,000.00 to $70,000.00 (Based on experience)

Benefits: Fully covered Medical Insurance, 401(k) program with Employer Matching, fully covered Dental Insurance, fully covered Vision Insurance, generous vacation and sick days, family and maternity leave, year-end bonus.

About Us

At the Law Office of Andrew L. Friedman, known proudly as The Attorney of Hope, we believe in turning fear into hope and dreams into reality. Our firm has grown exponentially in recent years because of one thing: our unwavering commitment to serving immigrant families with compassion, excellence, and determination.

We are seeking an experienced Immigration Paralegal who shares this mission, someone who wants more than just a job, but a career filled with purpose, growth, and the chance to make a true difference in people’s lives.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Salary: $50,000 – $70,000 per year (based on experience)
• Exceptional Benefits:
• Fully covered medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Paid vacation, generous sick days, and parental/family leave
• Year-end bonus
• Growth & Stability: Be part of a thriving office with tremendous opportunities for advancement
• Supportive Team: Work alongside attorneys and paralegals who embody the spirit of hope and collaboration

Your Responsibilities

As a valued member of our team, you will handle a wide range of immigration matters, including:

• Preparing applications for Adjustment of Status and Consular Processing (I-485, I-130, I-360, I-864, I-765, I-131, DS-260).
• Drafting I-601A waivers, N-400 applications, DACA applications, I-751 petitions, and U visa applications for USCIS.
• Preparing waiver applications for the Immigration Courts (EOIR-42A, EOIR-42B, I-589).
• Assisting with SIJS petitions for submission to New York and New Jersey Family Courts.
• Compiling evidentiary packets for Immigration Court proceedings.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as an Immigration Paralegal (preferred)
• Fluent in English and Spanish (required)
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment

Work Schedule

• Office Hours: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
• Hybrid flexibility available

A Message of Inspiration

Every day, our clients walk through our doors carrying stories of sacrifice, courage, and hope. Many come to us at the most vulnerable moments of their lives, uncertain about their future and searching for someone who believes in them. As part of our team, you will not just prepare applications or draft petitions, you will help restore hope and open doors to new beginnings.

And while some people hesitate to change careers or step into a new environment, fearing that it may be “impossible,” we believe the opposite. At The Attorney of Hope, we live by the conviction that nothing is impossible when you combine skill, compassion, and determination.

That belief is best captured in the words of Muhammad Ali:

“Impossible is just a big word thrown around by small men who find it easier to live in the world they've been given than to explore the power they have to change it. Impossible is not a fact, it's an opinion. Impossible is not a declaration, it's a dare. Impossible is potential. Impossible is temporary. Impossible is nothing.”

If you are ready to embrace growth, rise to new challenges, and be part of a team that changes lives every day, we invite you to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Immigration Paralegal: 2 years (Required)

Language:

• Spanish (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• New York, NY 10001 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• New York, NY 10001: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in New York, NY 10001