Remote Family-Based Immigration Paralegal – Bilingual ( Brazilian Portuguese & English)
About Us
Brooks Law P.C. is one of the fastest-growing law firms in Massachusetts, representing immigrants and injury victims with offices in Medford and Framingham.
We are looking for a fully remote, outside-the-U.S. Bilingual Immigration Paralegal — USCIS Family-Based to join our growing team.
We are a technology-forward firm with a fully remote, globally distributed support team. If you are an experienced immigration professional who wants to put your skills to work helping immigrant families achieve their American Dream from anywhere in the world, we want to meet you.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Virtual Immigration Paralegal with strong USCIS family-based experience and some EOIR experience to join our team as a long-term contractor.
You will independently manage a busy family-based immigration caseload from start to finish, preparing accurate filings, maintaining deadlines, and communicating directly with clients in their preferred language.
You will work closely with attorneys on matters including:
- Adjustment of Status
- Marriage-Based Petitions
- Waivers
- Removal of Conditions
- Naturalization
- Consular Processing
- Basic Immigration Court/EOIR filings
Fluency in Brazilian Portuguese & English is required. Our Portuguese-speaking clients are at the center of this role, and the ability to communicate with them directly and build trust is essential.
Key Responsibilities
• Prepare and review USCIS family-based immigration forms, including I-130, I-485, I-765, I-131, I-864, I-601, I-601A, I-751, N-400, and related applications
• Assist with EOIR filings, including motions, hearing notices, supporting documents, court packets, change of address forms, and basic case updates
• Draft client declarations, cover letters, affidavits, indexes, and supporting documentation packets
• Communicate with clients in Portuguese to collect documents, confirm eligibility information, and provide case updates
• Review civil documents, financial records, immigration history, criminal history, prior filings, and other evidence for consistency and completeness
• Organize and maintain digital case files, deadlines, USCIS receipts, biometrics notices, RFEs, interview notices, approvals, EOIR hearing dates, court filings, and correspondence
• Prepare responses to Requests for Evidence and Notices of Intent to Deny under attorney supervision
• Assist with preparation for USCIS interviews and EOIR hearings, including gathering evidence and organizing exhibits.
• Track case progress and follow up with USCIS, EOIR, and clients as needed
Required Qualifications
• Prior experience with USCIS family-based immigration cases
• Some EOIR experience
• Fluency in Brazilian Portuguese
• Professional written and spoken English
• Strong knowledge of adjustment of status, consular processing, marriage-based petitions, waivers, removal of conditions, citizenship, and related family immigration matters
• Familiarity with immigration court procedures, hearing notices, master calendar hearings, motions, and basic EOIR filings
• Ability to prepare accurate forms and supporting evidence with close attention to detail
• Exceptional writing, organizational, and client communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work independently in a fast-paced, fully remote environment.
• High level of professionalism, reliability, empathy, and cultural sensitivity.
Compensation and Benefits
- Starting salary of $900 USD per month, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
- Paid time off
- Strong opportunities for growth and advancement within the firm
Work Location and Schedule
- Location: Work from anywhere outside the United States
- Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST
Remote work Requirements
- Reliable high-speed internet connection and a backup connection or contingency plan.
- Personal computer capable of handling video calls, large PDF files, and cloud-based case management software.
- Quiet, private, professional workspace suitable for confidential client calls and work.
- Headset with a clear microphone and working webcam.
- Ability to work consistently during U.S. Eastern business hours.
- Willingness to sign a confidentiality and data-security agreement covering the handling of sensitive client information.
Why Join Brooks Law?
- Fully remote — work from anywhere outside the United States.
- Work directly with experienced U.S. immigration attorneys.
- Long-term opportunity with a growing Massachusetts law firm.
- Technology-forward, globally distributed team.
- Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of immigrant families.
How to Apply
Apply through this posting with your resume in English.
In your application, please tell us:
- Which languages you speak and your level of fluency in each.
- How many years of hands-on USCIS family-based immigration experience you have and which forms you have prepared most frequently.
- Your EOIR experience, including the types of filings or matters you have handled.
Brooks Law Firm is an equal opportunity employer.