Immigration Legal Assistant (Hiring Immediately)

Overview ATLANTA FAMILY & IMMIGRATION LAW is seeking a highly motivated BILINGUAL Immigration Paralegal to join our experienced legal team. We help clients navigate immigration-related legal problems, and this role requires someone with a passion for people and a high level of professionalism. Our Firm: ATLANTA FAMILY & IMMIGRATION LAW has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing law firms in the US for the past few years, providing a strong customer experience. The team values initiative, responsibility, integrity, and a commitment to learning and growth. If you communicate well, care about immigrants, adapt under pressure, and can juggle multiple projects, this job is for you.

If you like feedback and can work independently, this job is for you. If you value teamwork, accept responsibility for mistakes, and enjoy speaking with people all day in a positive tone, this job is for you. If you like submitting reports about your work and being held accountable daily, this job is for you. This Immigration Paralegal position is a highly visible role that involves daily client interaction and delivering a high level of customer service. Our team is polished, professional, and knowledgeable about firm policies and procedures. If you believe you are that person, we want to hear from you. ATLANTA FAMILY & IMMIGRATION LAW is an established and growing firm based in Atlanta, Georgia. We emphasize finding key players to build our “A-Team.”

Why Join Us? Two weeks of accrued leave per year (10 working days); eligibility to participate in group health insurance with employer contribution; seven paid holidays; eligibility to participate in the Firm’s retirement plan with company matching up to 3% after one year; opportunities for professional and personal growth; a positive work environment that supports work-life balance and team culture. + potential additional earnings with our performance-based incentive plan. Responsibilities Assist attorneys with complex family-based immigration petitions and deportation cases.

Organize and analyze information and files. Maintain the Firm’s litigation calendar. Draft letters and court documents.

Draft legal documents, including motions, pleadings, exhibit lists, and appeals to the US Immigration Courts and the Board of Immigration Appeals. Draft legal applications for U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Thoroughly research laws and judicial decisions about current and past cases.

Communicate with clients by providing updates and gathering information in English and Spanish. Draft letters to clients in Spanish. Qualifications Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies, a Certification as a trained paralegal with 2+ years of experience, or equivalent on-the-job Legal Assistant/Paralegal experience in a law firm environment (Pay will DOE). Previous experience as a Paralegal with an immigration law firm strongly desired. Fully bilingual in English and Spanish (speaking, reading, and writing).

Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Experience with immigration client management/forms software such as Cerenade, EImmigration, Immigration Tracker is preferred but not required. Personal qualities: Highly motivated, highly organized, excellent communication skills, excellent research and writing skills, the ability to prioritize and multitask, deadline- and detail-oriented, works well independently and under pressure.

Job Type: Full-time Salary: $38,000 to $45,000 / year About Atlanta Family & Immigration Law Firm

Atlanta Family & Immigration Law is a team of compassionate and focused professionals dedicated to providing effective resolutions to high-conflict legal matters. We are recognized as one of the fastest-growing law firms in the US and value empathy, gusto, and integrity. We are excited to add you to the team. #J-18808-Ljbffr