Benefits:

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Company parties

Dental insurance

Free food & snacks

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Immigration Paralegal Assistant

The Aguirre Law Firm APC is an established and trusted immigration law firm with a strong team motivated by the positive changes they create for our clients and immigrant community. Our Team is looking for a like minded individual with the same values and motivations.

We are seeking a Spanish speaking individual who is passionate, talented, and has at least 1 - 2 years of immigration law experience for our Los Angeles office, but who is also willing to travel 1 day a week to our Van Nuys office. This individual should have basic knowledge of case management and immigration laws. We seek someone who is personable, hungry to learn, and eager to work in a team environment where growth is dictated by the effort put in.

We compensate our TEAM members well by offering competitive wages, PTO, Healthcare+, paid holidays and more. Our TEAM dynamics allow for upward mobility with no limit to your professional growth. Our TEAM prides itself in creating an easy learning environment while collectively helping each other through the toughest tasks.

The Aguirre Law Firm, APC prides itself in providing honest and reliable services the community can trust. We have assisted thousands of immigrants legalize their status and defended them against deportation. Our success is based on our client’s referrals after providing excellent and trustworthy services.

If you feel that you need a fulfilling career while working with some of the best professionals in the business, please apply to this ad. Only applicants that meet the criteria will be given priority

Pay Range: $20 - $26 / hour based on experience and education Benefits: Medical/Dental, 401K, PTO,

Job Qualifications and Competencies

Must be able to speak, read, and write Spanish fluently is REQUIRED

1 year Immigration Experience Required - 2 years of Immigration experience is Preferred.

Ability to take initiative and problem solve

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent phone skills

Excellent organizational and prioritizing skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills and customer service skills required

Ability to multitask in a fast paced environment

Ability to type at least 45 wpm

Knowledge of Adobe Acrobat, MS Word, Excel, MS Outlook, internet proficient

Ability to occasionally lift large case files of an excess weight of 25 Lbs.

Must be willing to travel to our Van Nuys Office once a week, or as needed

Ability to arrive punctually from Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM & - Work 1 Saturday per month

Work 1 Saturday that the office is open or otherwise agreed by both Employer and Employee.

Job Description and Qualifications

Assist caseworkers in document collection from clients for USCIS and EOIR cases

Assist case managers with case management duties and tasks

Assist caseworkers with accurate preparation of applications and supporting documents, including but not limited to I-485, I-130, U-Visas, DACAs, I-601A, I-589, 42B, FOIAs, Work Permits, etc.

Assist caseworkers by preparing form communications via text/email/letters for clients

Complete accurate English translations from Spanish of biographical documents or declarations and serve as interpreter as needed

Assist in processing mail and preparing and mailing out packages

Assist in completing general tasks, including with copying, scanning, faxing, emailing, and note-taking

Answer, screen, and forward phone calls in a professional manner and take detailed messages to assist and support the caseworkers

Assist caseworkers by providing clients with case status and provide timely responses to client’s questions

Assist caseworkers and attorneys by scheduling appointments

Work with our case management system by placing notes, reviewing tasks, data entry, etc.

Close files by scanning and archiving files in database system

Efficient communication with case managers & attorneys regarding case issues

Provide back-up support to the reception team, including answering phone calls, collecting payments, greetings clients, and covering the desk during breaks and lunch breaks.

Travel to our Van Nuys office 1 day a week, or as needed, to assist with USCIS cases

Have reliable transportation to occasionally travel to the courthouse, post office, or other important errands