Bilingual Experienced Legal Assistant

Law Office of Karina Zazueta, LLC; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law office in Indianapolis is seeking a highly organized, bilingual Legal Assistant with experience in U.S. immigration law. The role involves preparing immigration petitions, managing client communications, and maintaining case files. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and a supportive work environment committed to client advocacy.

Benefits

Paid time off

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Sick days

Free parking

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1–2 years of experience with immigration cases.
• Strong knowledge of immigration procedures and filing protocols.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file immigration petitions and applications.
• Manage client communications in English and Spanish.
• Maintain and organize case files.

Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Case Management Software

Job description

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Law Office of Karina Zazueta, LLC provided pay range

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Base pay range

$21.00/hr - $26.00/hr

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We are seeking a highly organized, bilingual (English/Spanish) Legal Assistant with prior experience in U.S. immigration law. The ideal candidate is passionate about helping immigrants navigate the complex USCIS and NVC systems and is proficient in handling a wide range of immigration processes. This is a full-time position offering a salary of $55,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file immigration petitions and applications, including but not limited to:
• I-130 Petitions
• Adjustment of Status (AOS)
• U Visas and T Visas
• Consular Processing with the National Visa Center (NVC)
• Manage client communications in both English and Spanish with professionalism and discretion.
• Maintain and organize case files, both digitally and in physical form.
• Collect, review, and analyze client documentation.
• Monitor case progress and follow up with USCIS, NVC, and other relevant agencies.
• Coordinate client appointments, track deadlines, and ensure timely filings.
• Assist with client intake, initial screenings, and scheduling consultations.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English and Spanish (written and verbal).
• Minimum of 1–2 years of experience working with immigration cases (USCIS, NVC, U Visas, T Visas, Family Petitions, or AOS).
• Strong knowledge of immigration procedures, forms, and filing protocols.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and case management software (experience with immigration platforms is a plus).
• Strong interpersonal skills with a professional demeanor.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred but Not Required:

• Experience communicating with government agencies on behalf of clients.
• Prior work in a law firm setting or with a licensed immigration attorney.
• Annual salary of $55,000 (commensurate with experience)
• PTO, health insurance, life insurance, paid vacation, paid holidays, and sick days
• Supportive work environment committed to legal excellence and client advocacy

We look forward to hearing from dedicated professionals who want to make a real difference.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 - $26.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

• Free parking
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

Ability to Relocate:

• Eagle Creek, IN 46254: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

• Industries

  Legal Services

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