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Aaron G. Christensen, Attorney at Law, PLLC

Immigration Paralegal (USCIS / EOIR Transition Role)Aaron G. Christensen, Attorney at Law, PLLCPosition OverviewAaron G. Christensen, Attorney at Law, PLLC is seeking an Immigration Paralegal with strong USCIS experience who is ready to expand into EOIR removal defense. This role is ideal for a motivated paralegal who understands immigration filings, client management, and case preparation, and is looking to grow into litigation-focused EOIR work.This position supports both USCIS matters and EOIR proceedings, with structured training and exposure to removal defense, bond work, and court practice. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and eager to build advanced litigation skills while working closely with experienced immigration attorneys.Key ResponsibilitiesUSCIS Case Support<ul><li>Prepare and file USCIS applications and petitions, including:</li><li>I-485 Adjustment of Status</li><li>I-130 Family Petitions</li><li>I-765 Employment Authorization</li><li>I-131 Advance Parole</li><li>I-589 Asylum</li><li>Related supporting documentation and exhibits</li><li>Track deadlines, RFEs, NOIDs, receipts, approvals, and case progress</li><li>Communicate with clients regarding case updates, document collection, and filing requirements</li><li>Maintain accurate digital and physical case files</li></ul>EOIR &amp; Removal Defense Support<ul><li>Assist with EOIR filings and court submissions under attorney supervision</li><li>Support preparation of EOIR applications including:</li><li>I-589 (Asylum, Withholding, CAT)</li><li>EOIR-42B and EOIR-42A</li><li>Adjustment of Status in Removal Proceedings</li><li>Help prepare motions, pleadings, and hearing packets</li><li>Track Master Calendar Hearings (MCHs), Individual Hearings (IHs), and deadlines</li><li>Support detained and non-detained case preparation</li><li>Assist with bond packet preparation and custody documentation</li><li>Help coordinate with ICE, detention facilities, and interpreters as needed</li><li>Maintain EOIR portal filings and case records</li></ul>QualificationsRequired Experience<ul><li>Minimum 1&ndash;2 years of immigration paralegal experience, with strong USCIS background</li><li>Interest in expanding into EOIR and removal defense</li><li>Experience in an immigration law firm or legal environment</li></ul>Language Requirement<ul><li>Fluent bilingual English and Spanish &ndash; required</li></ul>Education<ul><li>Paralegal Studies, Legal Studies, or related field preferred</li><li>Relevant immigration law firm experience may substitute for formal education</li></ul>Skills &amp; Professional Profile<ul><li>Strong legal drafting and document preparation skills</li><li>Excellent organizational and case management abilities</li><li>High attention to detail and deadline control</li><li>Professional communication with clients, attorneys, and government agencies</li><li>Willingness to learn EOIR procedures, court practice, and litigation workflows</li><li>Positive, growth-oriented mindset</li></ul>Career Growth<ul><li>Structured exposure to EOIR litigation and removal defense</li><li>Opportunity to develop into Senior EOIR Paralegal</li><li>Hands-on experience with advanced immigration litigation, motion practice, and court strategy</li></ul>Benefits<ul><li>Employee discount</li><li>Free parking</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Opportunities for advancement</li><li>Paid sick time</li><li>Paid time off</li></ul>Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>Flexible schedule</li><li>Free parking</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid sick time</li><li>Paid time off</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Immigration Paralegal - USCIS / EOIR

Bradley Arant Boult Cummings

Position Summary: 
The Banking & Financial Services Paralegal role is essential in supporting attorneys with a strong emphasis on banking & financial business cases. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, proactive, and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
 
Key Responsibilities: 
<ul>
<li>Expertly navigate federal and state court procedures, including mastery of e-filing systems for both jurisdictions.</li>
<li>Own critical scheduling tasks by managing hearings, court appearances, and discovery deadlines with precision.</li>
<li>Draft essential legal documents such as notices of appearance, motions for extension, motions for default, and subpoenas with accuracy and attention to detail.</li>
<li>Organize and maintain case files—both electronic and hard copy—ensuring seamless access and preparation of comprehensive binders.</li>
<li>Conduct targeted legal research using platforms like Lexis and Westlaw to retrieve cases and support litigation strategy.</li>
<li>Assist with document production workflows, including redaction, copying, and Bates stamping for efficient case preparation.</li>
<li>Perform meticulous cite-checking and Bluebook formatting, and shepardize briefs and memoranda to ensure compliance and accuracy.</li>
<li>Analyze, index, and organize complex document sets and exhibits, supporting attorneys in building strong cases.</li>
<li>Play a key role in deposition preparation, from organizing exhibits to coordinating logistics.</li>
<li>Develop and maintain trial exhibit databases and deposition designation systems; contribute to drafting pre- and post-trial briefs.</li>
<li>Deliver in-courtroom trial support, including technology setup, connectivity troubleshooting, and presentation management using OnCue.</li>
<li>Communicate professionally across all levels of the firm, demonstrating a strong client-service orientation and collaborative mindset.</li>
<li>Manage litigation cases end-to-end, from inception through trial and appeal, ensuring deadlines and deliverables are met.</li>
<li>Showcase exceptional organizational skills, balancing multiple projects and shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.</li>
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Job Requirements: 
<ul>
<li>Familiarity with complex banking and/or financial services litigation required.</li>
<li>Proven expertise in electronic discovery and document analysis for complex commercial litigation matters, ensuring accuracy and compliance throughout the process.</li>
<li>Minimum of 5 years of hands-on litigation paralegal experience, demonstrating deep familiarity with case management from inception through appeal.</li>
<li>Exceptional attention to detail and advanced proofreading skills, delivering error-free work under tight deadlines.</li>
<li>Solid grasp of commercial legal principles and sophisticated litigation practices, enabling effective support in high-stakes cases.</li>
<li>Comprehensive knowledge of the litigation lifecycle, with the ability to apply procedural and strategic insights from pretrial through post-trial phases.</li>
<li>Highly organized and solutions-driven, adept at managing multiple priorities and anticipating challenges in fast-paced environments.</li>
<li>Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, fostering strong relationships with attorneys, clients, and internal teams.</li>
<li>Educational foundation in legal studies, with a Bachelor’s degree and ABA-approved paralegal certification (or Associate’s/Bachelor’s in Paralegal Studies) strongly preferred.</li>
<li>Unwavering discretion and professionalism in handling sensitive and confidential information.</li>
<li>Flexibility and commitment to workload demands, including willingness to work moderate to heavy overtime when required.</li>
</ul>
Why Join Bradley?
 We offer more than just a job — we provide a place to build your career. Bradley offers:
 <ul>
<li>Competitive salary, commensurate with experience.</li>
<li>Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement.</li>
<li>Professional development support, including CLE tracking and training programs.</li>
<li>A collaborative, inclusive, and supportive culture.</li>
</ul>
Bradley is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity or expression), marital status, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any legally protected status.

Paralegal - Banking & Financial Services

Law Office of Bryan Fagan

<div>We&rsquo;re Growing, Come Grow With Us! Paralegal Opportunities at The Law Office of Bryan Fagan!
Are you a skilled, passionate paralegal who thrives in the dynamic world of family law? Do you want to work in a firm where your contributions are valued, your career is supported, and your impact is real?
We&rsquo;re a growing family law firm looking for a rockstar paralegal who&rsquo;s ready to hit the ground running.
Company Culture:
The Law Office of Bryan Fagan is a firm that excels in family, estate planning &amp; probate, and criminal law matters. We have (5) offices in the Houston area, (1) office in Austin, Dallas, San Antonio and more offices on the way.
We offer an environment where you feel supported and appreciated at every corner. We value our paralegal team and strive to give you the best work-life balance in a team-based environment. That means you won&rsquo;t be spending your time generating new leads or searching for a new business but rather focusing on managing your clients&rsquo; cases and providing expert strategies. At the Law Office of Bryan Fagan, we recruit the top talent and invest in our people to make this a destination career and provide a workplace you can call home.
Requirements
Your role in our legal team includes the following responsibilities:<ul>
<li>Drafting pleadings</li>
<li>Preparing discovery</li>
<li>Filing documents with the court</li>
<li>Preparing trial exhibits</li>
<li>Calendaring meetings and appointments</li>
<li>Other duties as assigned</li>
</ul>What you will bring to the role:<ul>
<li>A minimum of 2+ years of family law experience in Texas; 5+ years of experience is most preferred.</li>
<li>You will have an Associate&rsquo;s degree or Certificate in Paralegal Studies or a Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in a related field. In lieu of education, we will accept 7+ years of exact experience in TX.
</li><li>Excellent typing skills and computer literacy, including a solid understanding MS Office and or Google Suite applications.</li>
<li>Proficiency on Clio and TxDoc OR similar software.</li>
<li>Demonstrate proficiency to focus on details, handle multiple tasks, and remain highly organized.</li>
<li>Excellent verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills.</li>
<li>Professional demeanor and positive communicator.</li>
</ul>Benefits
Enjoy Your Total Rewards Package!<ul>
<li>Competitive Pay: $40K-$ 80K (based on years of experience)</li>
<li>Hybrid Work Environment: 1-2 days remote work environment</li>
<li>Paid Time Off!</li>
<li>Earn up to $35K More: We offer an attractive billable hour bonus plan, paid out every 2 weeks!</li>
<li>Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision plans</li>
<li>Also, Short/Long Term Disability Life Insurance and Voluntary Term Life Insurance</li>
<li>An outstanding 401K (5% Match!)</li>
</ul>Equal Opportunity Statement: 
We recognize that diverse experiences, perspectives and backgrounds enable us to be an even stronger company and workplace. Not only will you be welcome here, your unique thoughts and opinions will be encouraged, celebrated and deeply valued.</div>

Family Law Paralegal River Oaks

Hart Law Associates

Immediate opening for a full-time, bilingual (English/Spanish) immigration legal assistant at a high energy law firm.Immigration assistant will be working on court/removal immigration cases with I-589 Asylum Applications and 42B Cancellation of Removal Applications. We are an extremely high-volume law office. The candidate must be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and must be deadline-driven. Must be comfortable multitasking as there are a lot of duties they will be handling. Vastly paper-intensive. Heavy client-contact throughout the day via phone and in-person. Candidate will mostly be preparing applications and assembling packets to submit to Court. Experience required.***Due to our mostly Spanish speaking clientele, candidate must read, write, and speak Spanish fluently *** PTO provided after probationary period of 90 days. We are open Monday through Friday 8a &ndash; 5p. 1 hour lunch. Hours are strictly enforced. Closed on weekends and most major holidays. No overtime available.Position to be filled immediately. Please email your resume directly to: mhurtado@timothyhartlaw.comJob Type: Full-timePay: $22.00 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>Paid time off</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Immigration Legal Assistant

Pereira Law Firm

Criminal Legal Assistant Position Available &ndash; Zip Code 77081We are a criminal law practice seeking a full time Legal Assistant with strong experience supporting attorneys in criminal cases. The ideal candidate is bilingual in English and Spanish, responsible, stable, detail oriented, and able to work in a fast paced environment. Salary is based on verified and recent experience.Requirements<ul><li>Bilingual English and Spanish</li><li>Experience preparing criminal motions and legal documents</li><li>Knowledge of PTI procedures, court filings, and deadlines</li><li>Ability to analyze evidence including police reports, videos, discovery and case records</li><li>Experience managing attorney calendars, hearings, and client appointments</li><li>Strong client communication and customer service skills</li><li>Ability to assist with case strategy, follow ups, and trial preparation</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word, Outlook, and Excel</li><li>Experience using MyCase or similar case management software</li><li>Strong organizational and multitasking skills</li><li>Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information</li><li>Reliable, responsible, and able to work under pressure</li><li>Prior experience in a criminal law firm is highly preferred</li><li>Must be able to work in the 77081 area</li></ul>Responsibilities<ul><li>Draft and file motions, letters, notices and other criminal documents</li><li>Review and organize evidence and discovery</li><li>Schedule court dates, client meetings, and attorney reminders</li><li>Maintain case files and update MyCase software</li><li>Communicate with prosecutors, courts, clients, and investigators</li><li>Prepare case summaries, timelines, and trial materials</li><li>Assist attorneys with research, follow ups, and case progress</li><li>Provide professional and accurate information to clients</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hourWork Location: In person

Law Office of Fernando Alvares

Criminal Legal Assistant Position Available &ndash; Zip Code 77081We are a criminal law practice seeking a full time Legal Assistant with strong experience supporting attorneys in criminal cases. The ideal candidate is bilingual in English and Spanish, responsible, stable, detail oriented, and able to work in a fast paced environment. Salary is based on verified and recent experience.Requirements<ul><li>Bilingual English and Spanish</li><li>Experience preparing criminal motions and legal documents</li><li>Knowledge of PTI procedures, court filings, and deadlines</li><li>Ability to analyze evidence including police reports, videos, discovery and case records</li><li>Experience managing attorney calendars, hearings, and client appointments</li><li>Strong client communication and customer service skills</li><li>Ability to assist with case strategy, follow ups, and trial preparation</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word, Outlook, and Excel</li><li>Experience using MyCase or similar case management software</li><li>Strong organizational and multitasking skills</li><li>Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information</li><li>Reliable, responsible, and able to work under pressure</li><li>Prior experience in a criminal law firm is highly preferred</li><li>Must be able to work in the 77081 area</li></ul>Responsibilities<ul><li>Draft and file motions, letters, notices and other criminal documents</li><li>Review and organize evidence and discovery</li><li>Schedule court dates, client meetings, and attorney reminders</li><li>Maintain case files and update MyCase software</li><li>Communicate with prosecutors, courts, clients, and investigators</li><li>Prepare case summaries, timelines, and trial materials</li><li>Assist attorneys with research, follow ups, and case progress</li><li>Provide professional and accurate information to clients</li></ul>Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hourWork Location: In person

legal criminal assistant

Troutman Pepper Locke

<div><div>Troutman Pepper Locke&rsquo;s Business Litigation Practice Group is seeking a mid-level associate to join our Houston office. The ideal candidate will have 4 to 6 years of general litigation experience, including experience with basic and complex litigation documents, federal and state court procedural rules and practices, arbitration practice (JAMS, AAA, etc.), preparing answers, motions, and other routine filings, as well as handling hearings and depositions. The candidate should also have significant experience in energy construction, real estate and/or banking industries. Significant case management experience is essential. 
 
Candidates must have excellent academic and professional credentials, superior research and writing abilities, strong analytical skills, and excellent communication skills. Judicial clerkship experience is preferred but not required.</div><div>
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 The salary range for this position is $295,000 - $350,000 dependent on relevant years of experience.</div><div>
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 For inquiries or additional information on this position, please contact Tonja Washington.</div><div>
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 By applying for this position, you agree and understand that Troutman Pepper Locke will process your Personal Information pursuant to the terms of our Worker and Applicant Global Privacy Notice. If you have questions about our data handling practices, or you are a resident of California, the United Kingdom, or the European Union and wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us at privacy@troutman.com.</div></div>

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