Supervising Attorney, Immigrant Legal Defense National Immigrant Justice CenterSupervising Attorney, Immigrant Legal DefenseChicago, ILFull timeThe team provides legal representation and counseling to immigrants appearing before the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the Department of State (DOS), and if appropriate, before the Executive Oce for Immigration Review (EOIR) and the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA). Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Supervises legal services and oversees paralegals, attorneys, interns and support sta providing legal services including the development of case strategy, preparation, and representation before governmental agencies.
Immigration Court Associate Attorney - Chicago, IL The Lisinski Law FirmImmigration Court Associate Attorney - Chicago, ILChicago, IllinoisWe work as true team players, delivering creative problem-solving and high-quality service to support families with excellence and care. We'll provide the operational support, malpractice coverage, and attorney preparation you need so you can concentrate on delivering exceptional representation when it matters most.
Senior Attorney NIJC National Immigrant Justice CenterSenior Attorney NIJCChicago, ILFull timeProjects for which NIJC is hiring senior attorneys:Immigrant Legal Defense (Spanish required) - NIJC's Immigrant Legal Defense Project seeks an experienced attorney to provide training and technical assistance to pro bono attorneys representing in affirmative applications for immigration relief, including asylee/refugee adjustment of status and family petitions, U visa, VAWA, and DACA. Children's Protection (Spanish preferred) - NIJC's Children's Protection Project seeks an experienced attorney to provide training and technical assistance to pro bono attorneys representing children and young people in applications for immigration relief, particularly in state court predicate orders for Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, and asylum applications.
NewStaff Attorney Immigrant Legal Defense Program, NIJC National Immigrant Justice CenterStaff Attorney Immigrant Legal Defense Program, NIJCChicago, ILFull timeSummary: NIJC's Immigrant Legal Defense Project is seeking an attorney to provide legal consultations, advice and representation to low-income immigrants, refugees and asylum seekers before the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Department of State, and U.S. Department of Justice. Headquartered in Chicago with offices in Washington, DC, Indiana, and San Diego, NIJC's team of 100 attorneys, paralegals, and professionals, along with 2,000 pro bono attorneys, is at the forefront of immigration reform.
Immigration Judge U.S. Department of JusticeImmigration JudgeChicago, IL$159,951–$207,500 / yearEOIR consists of three adjudicatory components: the Office of the Chief Immigration Judge, which is responsible for managing the numerous immigration courts located throughout the United States where immigration judges adjudicate individual cases; the Board of Immigration Appeals, which primarily conducts appellate reviews of the immigration judges decisions; and the Office of the Chief Administrative Hearing Officer, which adjudicates immigration-related employment cases. Applicants should also include specific examples of the types of cases (asylum application, plea, settlement, bench trial, jury trial, etc.), the number of court and administrative appearances made in those cases, and the case dispositions (ruling on the merits, plea or similar resolution, settlement, trial, jury trial, etc.) Conclusory statements (such as "the applicant has been involved in a substantial amount of litigation") without further elaboration will receive little or no weight in the evaluation of the QRFs.
Immigration Attorney - Illinois Court The Lisinski Law FirmImmigration Attorney - Illinois CourtChicago, IllinoisThis role is ideal for attorneys who enjoy advocacy and courtroom appearances but prefer to focus on representation rather than case management, filings, or ongoing client ownership. We work as true team players, delivering creative problem-solving and high-quality service to support families with excellence and care.
Senior Attorney II-NIJC Litigation Team National Immigrant Justice CenterSenior Attorney II-NIJC Litigation TeamChicago, ILFull timeHeadquartered in Chicago with offices in Washington, DC, Indiana, and San Diego, NIJC's team of 100 attorneys, paralegals, and professionals, along with 2,000 pro bono attorneys, is at the forefront of immigration reform. How to ApplyPlease Include:Your resumeA compelling cover letter, including the following:Why you are interested in this specific role and in working for NIJCHow your unique skills and experience will enable you to make a significant impact on our team and help us achieve our mission.
Associate Director of Litigation, NIJC National Immigrant Justice CenterAssociate Director of Litigation, NIJCChicago, ILFull timeThe district court work is focused on (a) interior enforcement and challenges to DHS's arrest practices, (b) access to asylum and other substantive immigration remedies, (c) challenges to the detention of immigrants (habeas) and the conditions that immigrants face while detained, and (d) challenges to regulations and policies that undermine the procedural fairness of the immigration system. About NIJCThe National Immigrant Justice Center (NIJC) advances human rights and due process for immigrants, refugees and asylum seekers through direct legal services, impact litigation, advocacy, and public education.
Contract Business Immigration Attorney Michael Page InternationalContract Business Immigration AttorneyChicago, IllinoisRemote$42–$52 / hourTemporaryWorking closely with Partners and Associates on different cases supporting a wide range of clients. Experience with some or all of the following business immigration case types: IV, NIV, PERM, RFEs, AoS.
Case Manager Immigration Bilingual Spanish The GEO Group IncCase Manager Immigration Bilingual SpanishChicago, ILIdentifies and maintains relationships with translation resources in the community, including private services, volunteers, universities, English as a Second Language (ESL) schools, NGOs, churches, and other organizations that might have resources to offer. Summary: Provides case management of Intensive Supervision Appearance Program (ISAP) participants from entry to release by administering the program's policies and procedures as defined by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) contract.
Paralegal Erie Neighborhood HouseParalegalChicago, Illinois$24.03–$25.96Case Management and Supervised Legal Case Work: Conduct client interviews and gather information by asking questions, actively listening and asking follow-up questions to clients; Assist clients in drafting personal statements speaking to their personal history and eligibility for immigration benefits; Gather and arrange evidence and other legal documents for legal representatives’ review and case preparation; Conduct research on relevant laws, regulations, and legal articles; Prepare immigration applications under legal representative and attorney supervision; Support the Legal Services Department’s deportation defense team for both detained and non- detained clients, including bond and parole proceedings, asylum, withholding of removal, relief under the Convention Against Torture, U nonimmigrant status, T nonimmigrant status, VAWA, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, cancellation of removal, adjustment of status with applicable waivers, motions to reopen, appeals, and other assigned affirmative cases; Assist in case management of immigration applicants, including but not limited to: maintaining client files, drafting cover letters and close out letters, preparing application packets, reviewing case files. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: Administrative Duties: Perform administrative duties including answering phones, taking and delivering messages, receiving documents from clients, processing incoming and outgoing mail, making copies, filing records, preparing mailings, and assisting members of the public; Promptly and accurately enter data in online case management database, including entering case notes, sending and responding to internal messages, and updating data at each stage of a client’s case; Attend to clients’ questions regarding case status or program services via phone, email, or in-person; Schedule and conduct calls with detained clients at ICE detention facilities throughout the country where ENH clients are detained; Collect fees from clients; Cover the office reception desk and support the Legal Assistant as assigned.
Associate Attorney Meltzer Hellrung LLCAssociate AttorneyChicago, IL$80,000–$110,000 / yearFounded in 2014, Meltzer Hellrung leverages technology, a service-oriented mindset, and a compassionate approach to assist high-growth corporations in scaling their immigration programs, increasing their access to talent, and expanding operations into new markets. The Associate Attorney works directly under a senior attorney or team lead throughout an initial training period, building the case judgment and process fluency needed to progress toward independent case management.
Legal Assistant IMMIGRATION GENERAL SERVICES LLCLegal AssistantChicago, ILFull timeIn this role, you will provide critical support in the preparation of USCIS petitions and EOIR court filings , ensuring our legal team can effectively advocate for our clients. You will manage high-volume client communications, gather sensitive evidentiary documents , and monitor priority dates and filing deadlines .
Senior Paralegal Meltzer Hellrung LLCSenior ParalegalChicago, IL$64,000–$80,000In collaboration with attorneys, provide account management services to assigned clients, including the following duties: Utilize our Voyager platform to create and maintain client and foreign national profiles and processes, monitor case workflows, ensure proper onboarding and managing a case from initiation to filing. Founded in 2014, Meltzer Hellrung leverages technology, a service-oriented mindset, and a compassionate approach to assist high-growth corporations in scaling their immigration programs, increasing their access to talent, and expanding operations into new markets.
Senior Paralegal (Remote) Meltzer Hellrung LLCSenior Paralegal (Remote)Chicago, ILRemote$64,000–$80,000 / yearIn collaboration with attorneys, provide account management services to assigned clients, including the following duties: Utilize our Voyager platform to create and maintain client and foreign national profiles and processes, monitor case workflows, ensure proper onboarding and managing a case from initiation to filing. Founded in 2014, Meltzer Hellrung leverages technology, a service-oriented mindset, and a compassionate approach to assist high-growth corporations in scaling their immigration programs, increasing their access to talent, and expanding operations into new markets.
Senior Real Estate Paralegal Ignite Human CapitalSenior Real Estate ParalegalChicago, IL$53.64–$71.08 / hourThe role is ideal for a seasoned real estate paralegal who can independently manage substantive assignments, anticipate attorney needs, and effectively coordinate with clients, counsel, lenders, government agencies, and outside vendors. The Senior Paralegal – Real Estate is an experienced legal professional responsible for supporting attorneys on sophisticated commercial real estate transactions and related matters.
Sr. Paralegal - Real Estate DLA PiperSr. Paralegal - Real EstateChicago, IL$53.64–$71.08 / hourWhile the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty, there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees, which include but are not limited to: Business Acumen: Understand the firm's business model, operations, and strategic goals; work with PG leadership to develop and implement their strategies and initiatives in alignment to the firm's. Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed.
Paralegal - Corporate DLA PiperParalegal - CorporateChicago, IL$45.52–$68.93 / hourOrganizes, prepares and files a variety of corporate legal documents for transactions (Articles of Incorporation/Organization, Amendments, state qualifications, consents, merger documents, closing books, electronic closing sets, initial drafts or certificates, short‑form closing deliverables, and filing annual reports). While the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty, there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees, which include but are not limited to: Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties.
Paralegal Groupon IncParalegalChicago, IL$72,097–$133,894 / yearYou''ll own high-volume, high-stakes matters - Attorney General complaints, UCC lien processing, mass arbitration support, outside-counsel billing - and help build the tools that change how the legal team works. Process UCC lien, garnishment, and tax-levy notices end to end: extract key fields, file in Google Drive, log in the UCC tracker, coordinate Salesforce TIN lookups, and draft response emails.
Account Executive - WX (Work Transformation) CprimeAccount Executive - WX (Work Transformation)Chicago, ILCall IER if an employer: Does not hire you or fires you because of your national origin or citizenship status (this may violate a part of the law at 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(1)) Treats you unfairly while checking your right to work in the U.S., including while completing the Form I-9 or using E-Verify (this may violate the law at 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(1) or (a)(6)) Retaliates against you because you are speaking up for your right to work as protected by this law (the law prohibits retaliation at 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(5)) We're looking for an ambitious, consultative Account Executive who can help clients navigate this transformation by adopting AI-first ways of working, modernizing agile and ITSM practices, improving employee experience, and driving measurable business outcomes on the Atlassian Platform. Notice of E-Verify Participation: This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment.