Overview
Estate Planning & Probate Paralegal Jobs in Houston, TX at Law Office of Bryan Fagan
Benefits/Perks
Careers Advancement Opportunities
Flexible Scheduling
Competitive Compensation
401K
Holidays + Vacations package
Job Summary
Busy Immigration Law Firm is seeking an Attorney to join our Immigration Law firm. In this role, you will represent in court, provide legal counsel, perform legal research, guide paralegals, draft documents, and update and maintain files. You will work closely with paralegals, other colleagues, and owner/manager to provide excellent legal services to our clients. If you are a self-starter with a passion for law, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities
Representing clients in immigration court proceedings and interviews with agencies like USCIS, EOIR & ICE
Prepare contracts, briefs, motions, and other legal documents for EOIR and USCIS
Conduct legal research for complex matters
Prepare for and attend legal proceedings
Provide legal counsel in conjunction with manager/ owner
Maintain detailed and accurate client records
Work with paralegals team overseeing legal research and case preparation
Provide consultations to potential clients
Managing communication between clients and legal team members
Coordinating case timelines and ensuring deadlines are met across the legal team
Qualifications
Successful completion of a Juris Doctor (J.D. degree) from an accredited law school and bar exam
Active member of the American Bar Association (ABA)
1 – 2 years of experience attending legal proceedings
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Detailed oriented
Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite
Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills
Ability to collaborate with colleagues to best serve clients.
Spanish preferred but not required.
Position is required for Philadelphia Office in PA or New Brunswick Office in NJ
Some traveling might be required to the Newark EOIR or the USCIS Offices
For anyone out of state relocation must be done before start date
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Title: Estate Planning & Probate Paralegal
Company: Law Office of Bryan Fagan
Location: Houston, TX
