Paralegal

Bilingual Paralegal – Japanese/English

Location: New York, NY

Work Style: Hybrid, 2–3 days/week in office

Salary: $55,000–$75,000/year

Employment Type: Full-time

A boutique immigration law firm in Manhattan is seeking a Bilingual Paralegal to support employment-based immigration matters, client communication, marketing initiatives, and general office operations.

Recent graduates with strong academic backgrounds and excellent English writing skills are welcome to apply.

Key Responsibilities

Legal Support – Approx. 70%

• Assist attorneys with employment-based immigrant and non-immigrant petitions
• Support case intake, document preparation, and government filings
• Conduct legal research and prepare written materials
• Communicate proactively with clients regarding case progress and inquiries
• Manage deadlines and monitor time-sensitive immigration matters

Marketing & Business Development – Approx. 15%

• Maintain and expand the firm’s contact database
• Assist with marketing and business development materials

Office Administration – Approx. 15%

• Support general office administration and document organization
• Coordinate with vendors and IT providers as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Expert-level English proficiency, particularly written English, required
• Japanese proficiency at the business level or above strongly preferred
• Strong research, writing, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work with attention to detail
• Previous legal, immigration, professional services, or office experience is a plus, but qualified recent graduates will also be considered
• Writing sample may be requested during the selection process

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid sick leave and paid time off

This is a sample job description prepared for recruiting purposes. Actual responsibilities, qualifications, compensation, benefits, and employment conditions may vary based on the employer’s final requirements.