Removal Defense Paralegal

Ybarra Maldonado Law Group is seeking an Allstar Removal Defense Paralegal to join our growing DREAM team. Are you passionate about immigration law and seeking justice for undocumented families? Are you organized, proactive, and self-motivated? Do you enjoy working on challenging removal defense cases and helping clients navigate one of the most difficult times in their lives? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment surrounded by top performers who are committed to making a difference? We are a growing, client-centered immigration law firm dedicated to building the best law firm for our gente in Arizona. We have a long-standing reputation for advocating for immigrant communities with compassion, respect, dignity, and the highest level of professionalism. Every person who walks through our doors deserves to feel welcomed, heard, and supported. Many of our clients are facing life-changing legal challenges, and our mission is to provide exceptional legal representation while making the process as smooth and empowering as possible. We are looking for someone who shares our passion, values, and commitment to excellence. The ideal candidate must have extensive experience preparing and filing immigration applications and court filings, drafting legal documents, organizing evidence, communicating with clients, and managing complex removal defense cases from intake through completion. Experience with the preparation of immigration applications and petitions before EOIR and USCIS is required, including but not limited to: * Removal/Deportation Defense * Asylum Applications (Form I-589) * Cancellation of Removal * Adjustment of Status * Family-Based Petitions * U Visas * VAWA * Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) * DACA * Naturalization * Consular Processing * Employment Authorization Applications * FOIA Requests * Bond Packets * Motions * Hearing Exhibits and Trial Preparation * Attorney Declarations and Client Affidavits The Removal Defense Paralegal will work closely with attorneys to prepare legal filings, maintain case deadlines, organize evidence, communicate with clients, prepare hearing packets, and ensure every case is handled with accuracy, professionalism, and compassion. Requirements The ideal candidate must be able to: * Manage a high-volume caseload efficiently. * Prioritize multiple time-sensitive matters while meeting strict deadlines. * Prepare complete and accurate immigration filings with minimal supervision. * Maintain exceptional attention to detail. * Provide outstanding client service to the families we represent. * Communicate professionally with clients, attorneys, courts, and government agencies. * Be flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced legal environment. * Be highly organized and proactive. * Demonstrate strong initiative and problem-solving skills. * Maintain a positive attitude and professional demeanor. * Work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and legal staff. * Handle sensitive and confidential client information with discretion. * Be willing to occasionally work evenings or Saturdays when required by urgent case deadlines. Qualifications * Minimum of 3 years of immigration paralegal experience, with a strong emphasis on removal defense. * Extensive knowledge of EOIR procedures and immigration court filings. * Experience preparing asylum applications, cancellation of removal applications, motions, bond packets, and supporting evidence. * Experience managing cases from intake through final disposition. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Strong organizational and time management abilities. * Ability to work under pressure while maintaining exceptional quality. * Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, Google Workspace, and immigration case management software such as Docketwise, LawLogix, or similar platforms. * Bilingual (English/Spanish) is highly preferred, but we will consider candidates with significant experience serving marginalized Spanish-speaking and Indigenous communities. What We’re Looking For We are looking for someone who is more than just technically skilled. We want a team member who genuinely cares about our clients, believes in our mission, and takes pride in producing exceptional work. The ideal candidate is: * Organized with exceptional attention to detail. * Compassionate and client-centered. * A quick learner who embraces feedback. * Reliable and accountable. * Self-motivated and willing to take initiative. * A team player who enjoys collaborating while taking ownership of their work. * Dedicated to the YMLG mission of advocating for the rights of immigrant and Latino communities.