Immigration Legal Assistant

ImmigrationJobs; Roselle Park (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established law firm focused on serving the Hispanic community is seeking a motivated Immigration Legal Assistant. This role involves assisting attorneys with immigration petitions, organizing case statuses, and providing excellent customer service. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in legal terminology, bilingual proficiency in Spanish, and a passion for helping immigrants achieve their dreams. Join a supportive team dedicated to making a difference in the community while enjoying comprehensive benefits and a full-time schedule.

Benefits

401(k)

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-2 years of paralegal experience required.
• Proficiency in Spanish and knowledge of immigration procedures necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with preparation and filing of immigration petitions.
• Organize case statuses and manage attorney court appearances.

Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Legal Terminology Knowledge

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Multi-tasking Ability

Education

Paralegal Experience

Job description

Immigration Legal Assistant

Cabanillas & Associates, P.C.

Roselle Park, New Jersey

Immigration Legal Assistant Job Description:

A law firm that serves the Hispanic community throughout the NYC Metropolitan Area, as well as NJ and CT, is seeking a highly motivated bilingual Legal Assistant for its Immigration practice in Roselle Park, New Jersey.

Responsibilities include:

Assisting attorneys and clients with the preparation and filing of petitions, waivers, visa applications, etc., as well as correspondence with USCIS.

Organizing and tracking cases status and assisting in the management of attorney court appearances, calendars and client matters.

Completing client intakes, interviews and providing friendly customer service.

Must have good writing and communication skills, ability to prioritize and work under a tight schedule, ability to multi-task, in depth knowledge of legal terminology and principles, and the ability to analyze legal documents for accuracy.

A minimum of 1-2 years of paralegal experience required. Knowledge of immigration courts, court procedures and USCIS website is necessary.

Proficiency in Spanish and a desire to assist immigrants achieve the America Dream is a must.

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

• Legal Assistant: 1 year (Required)

Language:

• Spanish (Required)

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person