Paralegal Team Lead

Organization: Alonso & Alonso Attorneys at Law, PLLC
Reports to: Paralegal Manager
Employment Type: Full-Time Contractor
Location: Remote

About Us

At Alonso & Alonso, we provide personalized legal services tailored to each client’s unique circumstances. Through client education, proactive communication, and strategic case management, we help families navigate complex immigration challenges with clarity and confidence.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Paralegal Team Lead (Removal) to oversee a team of paralegals handling removal defense cases. This role combines hands-on legal work with team leadership, ensuring high-quality case preparation, strict deadline compliance, and efficient workflow management.

You will be responsible for driving performance, maintaining legal accuracy, and scaling team productivity in a fast-paced, high-volume immigration environment.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties

Team Leadership & Oversight

• Supervise, mentor, and support a team of removal paralegals

• Review legal work (forms, declarations, filings) for accuracy and completeness before attorney review

• Assign caseloads based on complexity, deadlines, and team capacity

• Provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and performance management

• Serve as an escalation point for complex cases and client issues

Case Management & Legal Execution

• Oversee the preparation and filing of removal defense cases and court documents

• Review and assist with:

  • Immigration forms and supporting documentation

  • Client declarations and cover letters

  • Motions, filings, and court submissions

• Ensure all case materials are organized and prepared for hearings and attorney review

• Monitor deadlines and ensure 100% on-time filing compliance

Research, Compliance & Quality Control

• Oversee research on immigration policies, procedural updates, and case law

• Ensure compliance with USCIS, EOIR, and court requirements

• Review discovery responses, objections, and supporting evidence

• Maintain high standards of confidentiality, accuracy, and documentation quality

Client & Stakeholder Coordination

• Oversee client communication workflows and ensure timely responses

• Support escalated client interactions and sensitive cases

• Coordinate client meetings and case updates

• Communicate with USCIS, deportation officers, and court personnel for follow-ups

Systems & Operational Management

• Ensure consistent and accurate use of the case management system

• Maintain complete and audit-ready digital case files

• Track and report on team KPIs and productivity metrics

• Identify workflow gaps and implement process improvements

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of paralegal experience, with a strong focus on removal defense

• 2+ years in a leadership or supervisory role

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent experience considered

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and interviewing skills

• High attention to detail and the ability to manage confidential information

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Advanced proficiency in:

  • Legal and case management software

  • Microsoft Office Suite

• Proven ability to manage high-volume caseloads and deadlines

• Experience working in fast-paced, team-oriented environments

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Team Document Accuracy: ≥98% accuracy across all reviewed filings

• On-Time Filing Rate: 100% compliance with court and USCIS deadlines

• Case Prep Turnaround: ≤48 hours after receipt of complete documentation

• Client Response Time: ≤24 business hours

• Follow-Up Timeliness: ≤72 hours for USCIS and officer follow-ups

• Case Management Compliance: 100% updated and complete digital files

• Team Productivity: Consistent adherence to caseload and output targets

• Error Reduction Rate: Continuous improvement in team quality metrics

Work Environment

• Full-Time Contractor

• Remote

• Fast-paced, high-performance legal environment

• Collaborative, mission-driven culture focused on client outcomes

Salary and Benefits

Salary Rate: $18.00 – $24.00 per hour (based on experience and leadership scope)
Hours: 40 hours per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)

• Dental insurance

• Health insurance

• Paid time off

• Company Holidays

• Vision insurance

• Mental health support

• Continuing education allowance

• Home office allowance

Application Process

Apply through our careers page:
https://alonsoandalonsolaw.wd503.myworkdayjobs.com/Alonso

Physical Demands

This role primarily involves sedentary work, requiring extended periods of sitting, typing, and computer work. Must be able to manage high-volume digital workflows efficiently.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Alonso & Alonso attorneys at law is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, age, or any other protected characteristic.