Americans for Immigrant Justice (AI Justice), an award-winning not-for-profit legal services organization founded in 1996 to protect and promote the basic human rights of immigrants, has a multicultural and a multilingual staff. AI Justice works closely with traditional civil rights groups as well as grassroots organizations and local, state and national government officials to affect positive change in immigration policies.
AI Justice is seeking a qualified and detail-oriented, full-time Paralegal to join our dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, excellent research abilities, and a deep understanding of legal procedures. As a Paralegal, you will play a crucial role in supporting our attorneys by preparing legal documents, conducting research, and managing case files. Assist, under the guidance of an attorney, with the preparation of motions, applications, and government/agency requests.
· Entering and maintaining client information into a case management and database system, working with Legal Server and Microsoft Office platforms.
· Conduct daily case management by performing data entry, filings, and database maintenance.
· Provide administrative support (processing mail, faxing, copying, answering phones, scheduling).
· Experience in public interest law, particularly immigration law, preferred.
· Directly impacted people and those with personal experience in the U.S. immigration system are highly encouraged to apply.
· A demonstrated belief in diversity, inclusion, and equity for all individuals.
· Familiarity with Microsoft Office 365 required. Knowledge of client database systems preferred .
· Written and verbal fluency in English required.
· Spanish and/or Haitian Creole fluency strongly preferred. Speakers of Mayan languages strongly encouraged to apply.
· Position eligible for work from home, hybrid, or in-office designation in accordance with AI Justice Job Classification Policy.
AI Justice offers a comprehensive benefits package, including excellent health, vision, dental, and life insurance coverage; 14 paid holidays; After one year of employment, staff are entitled to paid parental leave and up to 3% matching employer contribution to 403(b) retirement plan. The positions are for an anticipated 2-year contract term, beginning on January 1, 2027, and employees are expected to commit to the entirety of the period, unless terminated earlier by contract or the employer.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED WITH FINAL DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION OF MATERIALS BY OCTOBER 31, 2026.
AI Justice is seeking a qualified and detail-oriented, full-time Paralegal to join our dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, excellent research abilities, and a deep understanding of legal procedures. As a Paralegal, you will play a crucial role in supporting our attorneys by preparing legal documents, conducting research, and managing case files. Assist, under the guidance of an attorney, with the preparation of motions, applications, and government/agency requests.
· Entering and maintaining client information into a case management and database system, working with Legal Server and Microsoft Office platforms.
· Conduct daily case management by performing data entry, filings, and database maintenance.
· Provide administrative support (processing mail, faxing, copying, answering phones, scheduling).
· Experience in public interest law, particularly immigration law, preferred.
· Directly impacted people and those with personal experience in the U.S. immigration system are highly encouraged to apply.
· A demonstrated belief in diversity, inclusion, and equity for all individuals.
· Familiarity with Microsoft Office 365 required. Knowledge of client database systems preferred .
· Written and verbal fluency in English required.
· Spanish and/or Haitian Creole fluency strongly preferred. Speakers of Mayan languages strongly encouraged to apply.
· Position eligible for work from home, hybrid, or in-office designation in accordance with AI Justice Job Classification Policy.
AI Justice offers a comprehensive benefits package, including excellent health, vision, dental, and life insurance coverage; 14 paid holidays; After one year of employment, staff are entitled to paid parental leave and up to 3% matching employer contribution to 403(b) retirement plan. The positions are for an anticipated 2-year contract term, beginning on January 1, 2027, and employees are expected to commit to the entirety of the period, unless terminated earlier by contract or the employer.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED WITH FINAL DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION OF MATERIALS BY OCTOBER 31, 2026.
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