Immigration Legal Assistant / Paralegal

About Us
We are a fast-paced, client-focused law firm committed to providing high-quality legal services with professionalism, compassion, and strong attention to detail. We are seeking a reliable, organized, and fully bilingual Immigration Legal Assistant / Paralegal to join our team and support attorneys with immigration case preparation, client communication, document collection, and case management.

****This is an in-person position from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, out of our North Raleigh office. We take care of our staff and work hard to maintain a comfortable, respectful, and pleasant work environment. There is also room for growth as our firm continues expanding.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and organize immigration forms, packets, applications, and supporting documents
Assist with USCIS filings and immigration-related case preparation
Communicate professionally with clients by phone, email, text, and in person
Translate and draft written correspondence in English and Spanish
Collect, review, and organize client documents and evidence
Maintain accurate case files and track important deadlines
Follow attorney and office instructions while proactively identifying tasks that need to be completed
Provide excellent customer service and support to clients throughout their case
Assist with scheduling, follow-ups, and client reminders
Draft cover letters, declarations, affidavits, and other immigration-related documents as needed

Required Qualifications

**** 1 - 3 years of Immigration experience preferred, but not necessary.

Fully bilingual in English and Spanish — reading, writing, and speaking required
Spanish is absolutely necessary. DO NOT APPLY IF YOU DO NOT SPEAK SPANISH.
Strong written and verbal communication skills in both English and Spanish
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions carefully
Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines at the same time
Professional demeanor and strong client-relation skills
Comfortable working in a busy law firm environment
Strong working knowledge of:
Adobe Acrobat / PDF tools
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Email and basic office technology

Preferred Qualifications

Prior immigration law office experience
Experience preparing USCIS forms and immigration packets
Experience with family-based immigration, adjustment of status, consular processing, waivers, U visas, SIJS, asylum, or removal-related cases
Ability to review documents carefully and identify missing information
Ability to take initiative while still following office procedures
Organized, dependable, and deadline-driven
Comfortable speaking with clients who may be stressed, nervous, or unfamiliar with the legal process

Preferred Qualities

Compassionate and patient with clients
Detail-oriented and organized
Able to work independently after training
Willing to learn and improve
Able to handle a fast-paced workload
Reliable and professional
Positive attitude and team-focused mindset
Initiative and extra effort are recognized and rewarded

What We Offer

Competitive compensation based on experience
Supportive team environment
Opportunity for growth and increased responsibility
Stable, long-term employment for the right candidate
Hands-on training and mentorship
A growing law firm with strong potential for advancement

There is a strong possibility for growth for the right candidate.

Language:
Spanish required

Work Location:
In person — North Raleigh Office

Schedule:
Monday through Friday
8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Pay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Work Location: In person