Bilingual Immigration Paralegal

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $27.00 per hour

Schedule: Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. No weekends.

Work Location: In person at our Providence, RI Location

Start Date: Early April 2026 (flexible)

About Us: We are a dedicated and busy immigration law firm focused on providing exceptional service to our clients. We pride ourselves on our commitment to helping individuals and families navigate the complexities of immigration law with compassion and professionalism. As a women-led firm, we value diversity and empower our team members to thrive in a supportive, close-knit environment.

Position Overview: We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Bilingual Immigration Paralegal, fluent in both Spanish and English, to join our team. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of immigration paralegal experience. In this vital role, you will support our mission by managing client cases and preparing a wide range of applications and evidence packets. If you’re excited about making a difference and growing in a dynamic environment, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft, assemble and finalize applications and evidence packets for USCIS, including but not limited to family-based petitions and adjustment of status applications.
• Support in the preparation for clients’ individual hearings before an Immigration Judge (EOIR).
• Manage clients’ cases and track important deadlines/interviews/appointments
• Deliver and maintain exceptional client communications
• Stay up-to-date with changes in immigration law and policy, attending webinars and training sessions as necessary.

Qualifications:

• At least one year of experience in immigration law (Preferred)
• At least one year of experience as a paralegal (Preferred)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in both English and Spanish (Required)
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
• Ability to multitask and work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills and a client-focused approach
• Professional phone etiquette and demeanor towards clients and colleagues
• Ability to learn and use technology and programs like Camp Legal, Google Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, Dropbox
• Willingness to keep up-to-date with changing US immigration laws and policies
• Dependability, reliability, and honesty

What we offer:

• Paid vacation time
• Paid sick time
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Paid time off the week between Christmas and New Year's
• Early closure on Fridays during summer months
• Free parking
• Office coffee station
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Friendly and supportive work environment

Language

• English (Required)
• Spanish (Required)

This is a full-time position. Salary commensurate with experience.

Santelises Law is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status, or any other protected factor.