Immigration Legal Assistant

Law Office of Abhisha Parikh; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly compensation

Professional growth opportunities

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Law Office of Abhisha Parikh in Edison, NJ seeks an Immigration Legal Assistant to support attorneys and paralegals. The role focuses on reviewing intake forms, organizing filings, drafting declarations, and managing communications to ensure timely, accurate immigration processes.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years in a legal setting, strong organization, and proficient MS Office skills. This full-time position offers hourly compensation and growth within a growing immigration practice.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in a law firm or legal assistant role.
• Experience reviewing immigration filings preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Experience with legal case management or docketing systems.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• High school diploma or equivalent; Associate degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review immigration intake forms for accuracy and completeness.
• Organize supporting documentation for immigration filings.
• Assist attorneys and paralegals with case preparation and file management.
• Draft client declarations and supporting legal documents.
• Manage office communications, including calls and emails.
• Schedule meetings, consultations, and appointments.
• Track case deadlines and follow up on pending matters.
• Communicate with clients, government agencies, and other offices.
• Prepare, proofread, and format legal documents and correspondence.
• Maintain records within legal case management systems.

Skills

Legal coordination

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Communication

Case management

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Legal case management

Docketing software

Job description

Position Overview

Immigration Legal Assistant

Location: Edison, NJ Job Type: Full-Time Compensation: $18–$20 per hour

Join a Growing Immigration Law Firm Making a Difference

The Law Office of Abhisha Parikh is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Immigration Legal Assistant to join our dynamic team in Edison, New Jersey. This role is ideal for someone with experience reviewing immigration filings and supporting attorneys and paralegals in a fast-paced legal environment.

As an Immigration Legal Assistant, you will play a vital role in helping our team provide exceptional service to clients navigating complex immigration matters. We are looking for a motivated professional who thrives on organization, accuracy, and client-focused support.

Key Responsibilities

• Review immigration intake forms for accuracy and completeness
• Review and organize supporting documentation for immigration filings
• Assist attorneys and paralegals with case preparation and file management
• Draft client declarations and other supporting legal documents
• Manage office communications, including answering phone calls and responding to emails
• Schedule meetings, consultations, and appointments
• Track case deadlines and ensure timely follow-up on pending matters
• Communicate with clients, government agencies, and other legal offices as needed
• Prepare, proofread, and format legal documents and correspondence
• Maintain accurate records within legal case management systems
• Provide administrative support to ensure the smooth operation of the firm

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in a law firm, legal assistant, administrative assistant, or legal secretary role
• Prior experience reviewing immigration forms and supporting documents preferred
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Outlook, and Excel
• Experience with legal case management, docketing, or legal software systems
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate\'s degree or some college coursework preferred

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly compensation
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced immigration attorneys and legal professionals
• Supportive, collaborative, and mission-driven work environment
• Meaningful work helping individuals and families navigate the U.S. immigration system
• Professional growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding law firm

About the Law Office of Abhisha Parikh

The Law Office of Abhisha Parikh is a woman-owned and woman-led immigration law firm dedicated to helping immigrants achieve their American dream. Based in Edison, New Jersey, we proudly serve clients across all 50 states, providing compassionate and effective representation in matters involving family-based immigration, employment-based immigration, visas, green cards, work permits, citizenship, and more.

Recognized as a Super Lawyers Rising Star, our firm has built a thriving community of more than 124,000 followers across social media platforms. We are committed to making immigration law accessible, delivering exceptional client service, and creating positive outcomes for the individuals and families we serve.

If you are passionate about helping others, have strong organizational skills, and are looking to grow your legal career in immigration law, we encourage you to apply.

Pay Range

USD $18.00 - USD $20.00 /Hr.