Immigration Legal Assistant

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

📋 Description

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

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

• Draft and organize motions, proposed orders, and accompanying materials for CPS matters under the guidance of an attorney.

• Maintain comprehensive and accurate case files, databases, calendars, and supporting documentation to enable attorneys to quickly grasp case status and upcoming steps.

• Monitor submitted applications, court dates, case deadlines, interviews, hearings, and other critical time-sensitive requirements.

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

• Coordinate communications with relevant parties involved in CPS cases and accurately document case-related developments.

• Conduct legal research specific to immigration and cases, preparing clear summaries for attorney review.

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

• Assist 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.

• Practical understanding of U.S. immigration procedures related to 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 the supervision of an attorney.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English, with confidence in directly communicating with clients regarding documentation and case progress.

• Excellent case-management abilities, including experience in tracking deadlines, overseeing pending applications, maintaining legal files, and accurately managing multiple active matters.

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

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

• Experience in supporting CPS/Child Protective Services matters, including communication with involved parties and preparation of 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 matters, and access to legal services (preferred).

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits.

• Opportunities for professional development and training.

• Collaborative and supportive work environment.

• Flexible working hours.