World relief

Paralegal

Kent, WA Full Time
Are you a person of compassion? An advocate for justice? Someone who stands up for the rights of the vulnerable and speaks out for the marginalized, the exploited and the forgotten?  Do you believe in our calling as Christians to welcome the least of these and love our neighbor?

If you answered ‘yes’, to any of the above, World Relief, and millions of people around the world need you.

At this pivotal moment in time, we are rapidly expanding and growing our team to meet the increasing needs of our world. We are looking for people who want to use their gifts and talents to make a real and tangible difference in our world and the lives of the suffering.
 
If you’re looking for a purpose-driven career in which you can grow your talents, while also standing up for the rights of the vulnerable, we want you to join us today.
 
 
ORGANIZATION SUMMARY
World Relief is a global Christian humanitarian organization whose mission is to boldly engage the world’s greatest crises in partnership with the church. The organization was founded in the aftermath of World War II to respond to the urgent humanitarian needs of war-torn Europe. Since then, for 80 years, across 100 countries, World Relief has partnered with local churches and communities to build a world where families thrive and communities flourish.

Today, organizational programming focuses on humanitarian and disaster response, community strengthening and resilience, and refugee & immigrant services and advocacy.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Paralegal will play a critical role in World Relief Western Washington’s growing Immigration Legal Services (ILS) team.  The Paralegal will assist immigration attorneys and accredited representatives with conducting legal orientations, legal referrals, case preparation, and case filing. The Immigration Paralegal supports attorneys and DOJ Accredited Representatives in delivering direct legal services to immigrant and refugee clients. This position requires a balance of technical accuracy, cultural humility, and commitment to client-centered advocacy. The Paralegal will assist with case preparation, client communication, and administrative support while maintaining compliance with ethical and professional standards.


Hybrid schedule: We offer the option to work from home up to two days per week after the first 90 days, depending on job responsibilities. Flexibility is required—if an in‑person meeting or client need arises on a day you typically work remotely, you’ll be expected to come into the office.