Asylum Legal Assistant (Arabic Speaker)

RecLatam; São Paulo; Teletrabalho; BRL 20.000 - 80.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

A leading immigration law firm is seeking a detail-oriented Asylum Legal Assistant for a fully remote position. The ideal candidate will be bilingual in Arabic and English, have prior legal experience, and possess excellent organizational skills. This role is essential in helping individuals navigate the U.S. asylum process through providing administrative support and direct communication with clients. Join a collaborative team and make a meaningful impact in the lives of asylum seekers.

Serviços

Competitive compensation in USD

Fully remote position

Flexible work-from-home setup

Paid U.S. holidays off

Supportive and collaborative team environment

Qualificações

• Prior experience as a legal assistant, preferably in immigration law.
• Comfortable working remotely and available to work during Pacific Time.

Responsabilidades

• Assist attorneys in preparing asylum applications and supporting documents.
• Translate and summarize Arabic documents into English.
• Conduct client intakes and maintain communication with Arabic-speaking clients.

Conhecimentos

Fluency in Arabic

Fluency in English

Organizational skills

Time management

Strong written communication

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree

Paralegal certification

Ferramentas

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Case management systems

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Reclatam is hiring a detail-oriented, compassionate, and bilingual Asylum Legal Assistant to support a California-based immigration law firm. This is a 100% remote position, ideal for someone with a strong background in asylum or immigration law, excellent communication skills, and fluency in Arabic.

You will play a critical role in helping individuals and families navigate the U.S. asylum process by providing administrative support, gathering documentation, preparing filings, and communicating with clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist attorneys in preparing asylum applications, affidavits, and supporting documents.

• Translate and summarize Arabic documents into English for

  legal use.
• Conduct client intakes and maintain regular communication with Arabic-speaking clients.

• Prepare and organize evidence packets and filing materials.

• Track deadlines and monitor case progress using the firms

  case management system.
• Coordinate with clients to collect missing information and ensure timely submissions.

• Respond to client inquiries with empathy and professionalism.

• Perform other administrative tasks as needed to support the

  legal team.

Requirements:

• Fluent in Arabic and English (spoken and written)

• Prior experience as a legal assistant, preferably in immigration law.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

• Strong written communication skills and attention to detail.

• Comfortable working remotely and available to work during

  Pacific Time (California hours).
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and case management systems (Filevine or similar is a plus).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree or paralegal certification.

• Knowledge of U.S. asylum procedures and immigration forms.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation in USD.

• Fully remote position with flexible work-from-home setup.

• Paid U.S. holidays off.

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of asylum seekers.

• Supportive and collaborative team environment.