Immigration Legal Assistant

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Colombia.

📋 Description

• Assist attorneys in the preparation and management of Citizenship/Naturalization, Adjustment of Status, SIJ-SAPCR, Removal of Conditions, and CPS cases from the initial intake to significant case milestones.

• Prepare immigration forms, petitions, affidavits, supporting evidence, correspondence, and various legal documents under the supervision of an attorney.

• Draft and organize motions, proposed orders, and supporting materials for CPS matters under attorney oversight.

• Maintain comprehensive and precise case files, databases, calendars, and supporting documentation, enabling attorneys to quickly grasp case status and next steps.

• Track filed applications, court dates, case deadlines, interviews, hearings, and other time-sensitive requirements.

• Engage with clients in both English and Spanish to gather documents, provide updates on cases, coordinate next steps, and assist them in preparing for legal proceedings.

• Facilitate communication with relevant parties involved in CPS cases and meticulously document any case-related developments.

• Conduct legal research specific to immigration and case-related matters, preparing clear summaries for attorney review.

• Review forms and legal documents for completeness, consistency, accuracy, and compliance prior to attorney submission.

• Aid attorneys in preparing effectively for client meetings, interviews, court proceedings, and hearings.

⛳️ Requirements

• Prior experience as an Immigration Legal Assistant, Paralegal, or in a similar legal support role, preferably within a U.S. immigration law practice.

• Solid understanding of U.S. immigration procedures concerning Citizenship/Naturalization, Adjustment of Status, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, and Removal of Conditions/I-751 matters (essential).

• Experience in preparing immigration forms, petitions, affidavits, supporting evidence, and other case documentation under attorney supervision.

• Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to confidently interact directly with clients regarding documentation and case updates.

• Strong case-management abilities, including experience in tracking deadlines, monitoring pending applications, maintaining legal files, and accurately managing multiple active cases.

• Capability to conduct legal research, prepare case summaries, draft professional correspondence, and meticulously review legal documentation.

• Availability to work Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM CST.

• Experience supporting CPS/Child Protective Services matters, including liaising with involved parties and preparing motions and proposed orders (preferred).

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Political Science, International Relations, or a related field (preferred).

• Experience working remotely with a U.S.-based law firm or legal team (preferred).

• Proficiency in Google Docs, Google Sheets, Gmail, and Google Drive (preferred).

• A professional interest in immigration law, child welfare issues, and access to legal services (preferred).

🏝️ Benefits

• Opportunities for professional development and growth within the field of immigration law.

• Collaborative and supportive team environment.

• Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.