Immigration Paralegal - Part-Time.590

The Opportunity:

A dynamic, boutique immigration law firm in Newark, New Jersey is seeking an experienced Immigration Paralegal for a long-term temporary assignment. This role is onsite in Newark, NJ and part-time: Monday through Friday, 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.  The hourly pay rate is $25-35, depending on experience.

Primary Duties:

This is a high-volume practice with a significant focus on VAWA (Violence Against Women Act) cases.  The Immigration Paralegal should have experience preparing and filing packages with USCIS and EOIR.  The role demands discretion, compassion, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Additional duties include the following: 

• Review mail and provide daily status reports to the team.
• Manage and track deadlines, including maintaining the firm’s immigration court calendar.
• Communicate regularly with clients, including those in sensitive or urgent circumstances.
• Handle telephone inquiries and client follow-ups.
• Process incoming and outgoing mail.
• Assist with filings before immigration court and government agencies.
• Maintain accurate records using case management systems.

Requirements:

• Experience with family-based immigration cases (I-130/I-485, I-751 removal of conditions)
• Experience with consular processing and CEAC
• Familiarity with EOIR and immigration court procedures, including ECAS
• Proficiency with Cerenade (E-immigration)
• Strong calendaring, organization, and deadline management skills
• Ability to handle sensitive client matters with professionalism and discretion
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Google Workspace (G Suite), especially calendaring
• Detail-oriented, reliable, and able to work independently

The Partnership:

• ABA-MEC Medical Benefit
• PEP 401k
• Paid Time Off

Frink-Hamlett Legal Solutions is an equal employment opportunity employer, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or citizenship status.