Immigration Legal Assistant (Remote) | Colombia

HireHawk Inc.; Bogotá; Remote; COP 53,310,000 - 56,864,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Job summary

HireHawk Inc. is seeking a Legal Assistant to support Citizenship, Adjustment of Status, SIJ-SAPCR, Removal of Conditions, and CPS matters. You will collaborate with attorneys to manage cases, prepare filings, and coordinate client communications.

You will work closely with a U.S.-focused immigration practice, handling intake, forms, affidavits, and motion materials while maintaining accurate case files and meeting deadlines. Remote, CST-aligned schedule with guidance from senior staff.

Qualifications

• Experience as Immigration Legal Assistant, Paralegal, or similar legal support.
• Knowledge of Citizenship/Naturalization, Adjustment of Status, SIJ-SAPCR, and Removal of Conditions/I-751 matters.
• Experience preparing immigration forms, petitions, affidavits, and supporting evidence under attorney supervision.
• Strong English communication skills, written and verbal, with client interactions.
• Strong case-management skills: tracking deadlines, managing multiple matters.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys in preparing Citizenship/Naturalization, Adjustment of Status, SIJ-SAPCR, Removal of Conditions, and CPS matters from intake through milestones.
• Prepare immigration forms, petitions, affidavits, supporting evidence, and other documents under attorney supervision.
• Draft and organize motions, proposed orders, and supporting materials for CPS matters under attorney guidance.
• Maintain complete case files, databases, calendars, and documentation for status clarity.
• Monitor filed applications, court dates, deadlines, interviews, and time-sensitive requirements.
• Communicate with clients in English and Spanish to collect documents and provide updates.
• Coordinate communications with parties involved in CPS cases and document developments.
• Conduct legal research and prepare summaries for attorney review.
• Review forms for completeness, accuracy, and compliance before submission.
• Assist attorneys in preparing for client meetings, hearings, and court proceedings.

Skills

English communication

Case management

Legal research

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law / related field

Tools

Google Docs

Google Sheets

Gmail

Google Drive

Job description

• Employment Type:Full-Time Contractor
• Workplace:Remote
• Compensation:USD $1,500 - $1,600 / month
• Schedule:Monday-Friday schedule, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM CST.

About Us

HireHawk connects skilled professionals with meaningful remote opportunities supporting growing organizations and professional teams. We believe strong remote careers should offer clear expectations, meaningful responsibility, and the opportunity to build specialized expertise while working with experienced professionals.

About the Role

As a Legal Assistant supporting Citizenship, Adjustment of Status, SIJ-SAPCR, Removal of Conditions, and CPS matters, you will work closely with attorneys to keep cases organized, accurate, and moving forward. You will support everything from immigration forms and affidavits to CPS motions, orders, client communications, and application monitoring.

This role is especially well suited to someone who already understands U.S. immigration casework and wants to deepen their knowledge across multiple practice areas. You will receive ongoing guidance from attorneys and senior legal staff while taking meaningful ownership of case preparation, deadlines, documentation, and client coordination.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys in preparing and managing Citizenship/Naturalization, Adjustment of Status, SIJ-SAPCR, Removal of Conditions, and CPS matters from intake through key case milestones.
• Prepare immigration forms, petitions, affidavits, supporting evidence, correspondence, and other legal documents under attorney supervision.
• Draft and organize motions, proposed orders, and supporting materials for CPS matters under attorney guidance.
• Maintain complete and accurate case files, databases, calendars, and supporting documentation so attorneys can quickly understand case status and next steps.
• Monitor filed applications, court dates, case deadlines, interviews, hearings, and other time-sensitive requirements.
• Communicate with clients in English and Spanish to collect documents, provide case updates, coordinate next steps, and help prepare them for legal proceedings.
• Coordinate communications with relevant parties involved in CPS cases and document case-related developments accurately.
• Conduct immigration and case-specific legal research and prepare clear summaries for attorney review.
• Review forms and legal documents for completeness, consistency, accuracy, and compliance before attorney submission.
• Help attorneys prepare efficiently for client meetings, interviews, court proceedings, and hearings.

Must-Have

• Previous experience as an Immigration Legal Assistant, Paralegal, or similar legal support professional, preferably supporting a U.S. immigration law practice.
• Practical knowledge of U.S. immigration procedures involving Citizenship/Naturalization, Adjustment of Status, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, and Removal of Conditions/I-751 matters (a must)
• Experience preparing immigration forms, petitions, affidavits, supporting evidence, and other case documentation under attorney supervision.
• Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal, with confidence communicating directly with clients about documentation and case progress.
• Strong case-management skills, including experience tracking deadlines, monitoring pending applications, maintaining legal files, and managing multiple active matters accurately.
• Ability to conduct legal research, prepare case summaries, draft professional correspondence, and carefully review legal documentation.
• Availability to work Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM CST.

Nice to Have

• Experience supporting CPS/Child Protective Services matters, including communications with involved parties and preparation of motions and proposed orders.
• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Political Science, International Relations, or a related field.
• Experience working remotely with a U.S.-based law firm or legal team.
• Proficiency with Google Docs, Google Sheets, Gmail, and Google Drive.
• Professional interest in immigration law, child welfare matters, and access to legal services.