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Toshiba America, Inc.

Paralegal

Houston, TX · On-site

Bilingual capabilities (Japanese or Spanish) are a plus Work Environment * Office-based ... Paralegals who enjoy working across diverse legal functions * Detail-oriented professionals with ...

Hauptman Ham, LLP

IP Legal Assistant

Alexandria, VA

... assistant (paralegal/secretary) with 1-5 years of IP Legal experience. The IP Legal Assistant ... Candidates who have Korean or Japanese reading and writing skills are preferred. Understanding of ...

Hauptman Ham, LLP

IP Legal Assistant

Alexandria, VA · On-site

... assistant (paralegal/secretary) with 1-5 years of IP Legal experience. The IP Legal Assistant ... Candidates who have Korean or Japanese reading and writing skills are preferred. Understanding of ...

Hauptman Ham, LLP

IP Legal Assistant

Alexandria, VA · On-site

... assistant (paralegal/secretary) with 1-5 years of IP Legal experience. The IP Legal Assistant ... Candidates who have Korean or Japanese reading and writing skills are preferred. Understanding of ...

MD Anderson

Legal Operations Coordinator

Houston, TX · Hybrid

Paralegal experience is a plus * Minimum of five (5) years of experience in an executive office or ... Japanese (business level) Additional Eligibility Qualifications * Strong research and report ...

Konare Law

Interpreter/Translator

Frederick, MD · On-site

$21.75 - $28.75/hr

Offer administrative assistance to attorneys and paralegals, contributing to the overall efficiency of the office. * Maintain strict confidentiality in handling all client and attorney information ...

Konare Law

Interpreter/Translator

Frederick, MD · On-site

$21.75 - $28.75/hr

Offer administrative assistance to attorneys and paralegals, contributing to the overall efficiency of the office. * Maintain strict confidentiality in handling all client and attorney information ...

Konare Law

Interpreter/Translator

Frederick, MD · On-site

$21.75 - $28.75/hr

Offer administrative assistance to attorneys and paralegals, contributing to the overall efficiency of the office. * Maintain strict confidentiality in handling all client and attorney information ...

JERA Americas

Legal Operations Coordinator

Houston, TX · On-site

$44K - $59K/yr

Paralegal experience is a plus * Minimum of five (5) years of experience in an executive office or ... Japanese (business level) Additional Eligibility Qualifications * Strong research and report ...

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How much do japanese paralegal jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for japanese paralegal in the United States is $59,731.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,000.00 and $68,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Japanese paralegal?

A Japanese Paralegal assists attorneys with legal research, document preparation, translations, and case management, often involving Japanese language and legal matters. They may work in law firms, corporate legal departments, or government agencies that handle Japanese-related cases. Their role requires fluency in Japanese and English, as well as knowledge of Japanese legal systems, contracts, and regulations. Duties can include drafting contracts, reviewing legal documents, and communicating with Japanese-speaking clients or counterparts.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a Japanese paralegal?

To thrive as a Japanese Paralegal, you need fluency in both Japanese and English as well as a strong understanding of legal principles, research, and documentation—often supported by a paralegal certification or relevant legal studies. Familiarity with legal management systems, document translation tools, and databases such as LexisNexis is highly beneficial. Attention to detail, cross-cultural communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively set exceptional candidates apart. These skills are critical for accurately supporting attorneys, facilitating effective client interactions, and ensuring that legal work complies with both Japanese and international legal standards.

What are the typical responsibilities and daily tasks of a Japanese paralegal?

As a Japanese Paralegal, your daily tasks often include translating and preparing legal documents, assisting attorneys with case research, and managing bilingual communication between clients and law firms. You may also be tasked with reviewing contracts, maintaining case files, and ensuring that all documentation complies with Japanese and international regulations. Work environments can range from law firms to corporate legal departments with a strong focus on teamwork and collaboration. This role requires frequent coordination with attorneys, clients, and external partners, offering valuable exposure to cross-border legal procedures and opportunities for professional growth.

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Infographic showing various Japanese Paralegal job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, 2% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 70% Physical, 20% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,731 per year, or $28.7 per hour.

Japanese-speaking Immigration Paralegal

Barnes and Thornburg LLP

Chicago, IL • On-site

$65K - $95K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 13 days ago

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Company rating: 9.1 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

8th of 34 rated law firms

Job description

The Chicago office of Barnes & Thornburg LLP is seeking a Japanese-speaking Immigration Paralegal to support our growing Immigration and Global Mobility Services practice. This role is ideal for a paralegal interested in handling business immigration matters and providing day-to-day case support, with a particular focus on serving Japanese-speaking clients.
Responsibilities:
  • Demonstrate expertise in procedural and processing requirements for various business non-immigrant and immigrant visa petitions with USCSI and consular applications (DS160), including but not limited to E1/E2, L1A/L1B and L Blanket, H, L, TN, O,P , PERM, I-140, AOS, etc.
  • Communicate effectively in Japanese and English with clients, beneficiaries, attorneys, and other stakeholders regarding case documents, case status, and procedural requirements
  • Independently analyze case documents and prepare business immigration applications for attorney review and submission
  • Take ownership of your case docket, ensuring timely communication with clients and attorneys
  • Assist with review of Japanese-language documents and communications, as needed
  • Stay up to date with immigration developments and share information with the team
  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent training, education, and experience
  • Fluency in Japanese and English, with strong written and verbal communication skills in both languages
  • Previous experience in preparing business immigration applications with USCSI and Consular processing, including demonstrated understanding of visa petitions such as E1/E2, L1A/L1B, L Blanket, H, L, TN, OP, PERM, I-140, AOS, etc.
  • Experience with other types of immigration matters is a plus
  • Excellent multitasking and time management skills
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities
  • Ability to work independently and meet deadlines while handling a high volume of cases
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work with diverse professionals.

We will not consider resumes submitted by external agencies or recruiters for this position. Recruiters and agencies will not be compensated for assisting Barnes & Thornburg LLP in recruiting for this position, regardless of whether such party has a recruiting contract with us.
Equal Employment and Opportunity Statement:
Barnes & Thornburg is committed to equal employment opportunity in both principle and as a matter of policy. We will recruit, hire, train, promote, compensate and provide benefits to all applicants and employees without regard to ancestry, sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, religion, religious creed, mental and/or physical disability, medical condition, military and/or veteran's status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all recruiting, hiring, promotions, upgrades, layoffs, compensation, benefits, terminations and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment. The firm complies fully with all federal, state and local equal employment opportunity laws.

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