Paralegal

Who We Are

Political Asylum Lawyers is a Houston-based immigration law firm focused on asylum cases. We help immigrants all over the United States secure their futures here through asylum, combining exceptional standards with deep respect for the human reality behind every case. 

Our work changes lives. The standards we maintain, the discipline behind our work, and the way we show up every day can determine whether someone is able to stay safe and build a stable future in the United States. That is why we operate with integrity, urgency, and excellence, and why we expect every team member to take full ownership of their role.

Everything we do is guided by our core values: integrity, excellence, accountability, teamwork and passion.

Working here means:

• High-stakes responsibility: our work is of great consequence for our clients
• Deeply meaningful outcomes: our work changes lives for the better
• Emotionally demanding moments: resilience and maturity are essential
• High standards and constant growth: excellence and continuous improvement are expected
• Mission-driven teamwork: we’re passionate about helping immigrants secure their future in the United States through asylum, and we know that meeting our high standards requires each of us to take ownership, communicate proactively, and support one another

If you want a career where your skills create tangible change in the world, this is it.

Learn more about what it’s like to work with us here:  politicalasylumlawyers.com/careers

The Role

You'll be intimately involved in developing asylum cases, handling both substantive and administrative tasks throughout client representation. Working closely with attorneys, you'll assist clients in developing case statements, advise on evidence gathering, write portions of legal briefs, and conduct country conditions research. You'll also serve as a key point of contact with clients, communicating daily via phone and email in both English and Spanish to move cases forward and ensure an excellent client experience. Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills are essential. Experience as a paralegal in an immigration law firm is preferred but not required - we'll teach you everything you need to know about U.S. asylum procedures and prioritize your professional development.

This role is open to candidates located in Argentina.

What You'll Do

Your day-to-day responsibilities will vary based on the firm’s needs, but will include a combination of the following:

• Work closely with attorneys in serving clients and providing excellent advocacy
• Assist clients in developing statements to be used in their case
• Advise regarding evidence gathering
• Write portions of legal briefs
• Conduct country conditions research
• Work with attorneys in framing and preparing the case
• Serve as a point of contact with clients, supporting attorneys in engaging clients throughout the representation
• Proactively manage cases to ensure deadlines are met
• Compile and submit filings to immigration agencies
• Perform administrative tasks

Requirements

Who You Are

• Committed to the firm’s mission of helping immigrants secure their future in the United States through asylum
• Fluent in Spanish
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Detail-oriented and able to perform at a high level with minimal supervision
• Works well under pressure 
• Able to keep track of tasks and meet deadlines 

Benefits

What We Offer

This position offers a monthly gross salary of USD 2,100, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

• 11 U.S. federal holidays off (paid) regardless of your location
• Week between Christmas and New Year's — office closed, fully paid
• Local holiday work that doesn't coincide with a U.S. holiday is compensated per your country's labor laws
• Comprehensive training program — we invest in bringing you up to speed on our systems and best practices
• Mentorship and collaboration — learn from experienced practitioners in your field and contribute your expertise
• Career advancement paths — we promote from within and create opportunities
• Equipment support — stipend or provided equipment to set up your home office, available after 4 months on the job
  

How to Apply

To apply, please submit a resume and a cover letter, both of which must be in English.

Your application won’t be considered without a cover letter. Your cover letter should explain why you’re uniquely qualified for this particular position, and why you would be a great fit for our law firm. Generic, copy/paste cover letters will be discarded.

Upload your cover letter and resume, in PDF format, through the software program where you’re viewing this announcement.

Please do not call or email us about this opening.