Immigration Paralegal

Immigration & INTERPOL Paralegal / Foreign-Barred Attorney (Washington, DC)

About Grossman Young & Hammond

Grossman Young & Hammond is an internationally recognized immigration and human rights law firm with offices in Washington, D.C. and Maryland. Our mission: to safeguard human rights and obtain critical benefits from governments and international organizations, enabling our clients to realize their full potential. Our values: tenacious advocacy, exceptional representation, continuous improvement, transparent communication, integrity, and courage. Our culture: we are a community, united through meaningful, impact-driven work, supported by competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and opportunities for advancement. 

We are seeking a detail-oriented, reliable, professional, and tech-savvy paralegal or foreign-barred attorney to join our top-notch legal team in our Washington D.C. office.  The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, structured environment and takes pride in supporting impactful legal work alongside a dynamic, client-focused team.Applicants must reside within commuting distance of Washington, DC, and be able to report to the office a minimum of two days per week.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft filings for immigration and INTERPOL clients, including client declarations, exhibit lists, and cover letters.
• Occasionally travel to meet with clients in immigration detention facilities or before U.S. government agencies, including immigration courts and federal district courts.
• Prepare and file applications for a variety of immigration benefits and forms of relief, including family-based petitions, asylum applications, cancellation of removal, waivers of inadmissibility, U/T/VAWA petitions, naturalization, and adjustment of status.
• Conduct legal and country conditions research for immigration and INTERPOL defense matters.
• If foreign-law trained, conduct legal research for attorney review and work under attorney supervision.
• Support attorneys and legal teams across our Washington, DC headquarters and Miami office.
• Maintain organized electronic case files and assist with case management using firm technology platforms.

Required Education, Skills & Experience

• Associate's degree, Bachelor's degree, paralegal certificate, or equivalent experience required. Foreign law degrees are welcome.
• Fluency in English and at least one other language is required.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Independent worker with sound judgment, accountability, and professionalism.
• Comfortable learning and utilizing legal technology platforms and adapting to new systems.
• Strong drafting, writing, and document review skills.

• Experience preparing and reviewing immigration forms and supporting documentation.
• Immigration law experience strongly preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $65,000–$89,000 annually, commensurate experience.
• Benefits Include: PTO, paid holidays, 401(k) with firm contribution, paid parental leave, comprehensive healthcare options, professional development opportunities, and participation in firm-wide retreats, trainings, and annual celebrations.

Work Schedule

• Full-time (40+ hours per week) with overtime as needed.
• Applicants must be able to report to our Washington, DC office at least two days per week.
• Occasional travel for client meetings, court filings, firm events, trainings, or other business needs may be required.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply through the Grossman Young & Hammond Career Center and upload their resume and a cover letter describing their interest in immigration and international human rights law.

For inquiries concerning the position, please contact Joana Jimenez at jjimenez@grossmanyoung.com.

For more information about our firm, please visit www.grossmanyoung.com.

Grossman Young & Hammond is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees.