Immigration Senior Legal Assistant

Law Office of Amira Al Alami, Inc. • Full-time • Pasadena, California, United States • $30 - $35 / hour • 1d ago

Immigration Legal Assistant – Full-Time

Location: Pasadena, CA (On-site)
Pay: $30.00 – $35.00 per hour, commensurate with experience
Job Type: Full-time

About the Role:

Our immigration law firm is seeking a highly motivated, organized, and bilingual Legal Assistant to support our attorneys with a diverse caseload. The ideal candidate will have prior supervisory experience, be fluent in Spanish, and be ready to take initiative in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

Must be fluent in Spanish (written and verbal) – Required
Must reside in Los Angeles County – Required
Minimum 2 years of experience in immigration legal services – Required (3 years preferred)
Prior supervisory experience – Preferred
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution – Required
Detail-oriented and highly organized
Ability to understand and explain immigration legal concepts
Strong communication skills and client-facing experience
Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a high-volume environment

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare and review diverse immigration applications, including family-based petitions, consular process cases, and waivers
Work closely with attorneys to identify strategic solutions
Meet with clients to prepare case filings
Draft and submit legal briefs, motions, and appeals
Support and assist attorneys throughout the case lifecycle
Provide quality control review on legal work and documentation
Attend continuing legal education (CLE) as required
Liaise with government agencies, outside counsel, and courts as needed
Successfully pass a post-offer background check

Schedule:

8-hour shift
Monday to Friday
In-person only

Compensation and Benefits:

Hourly Pay: $30.00 – $35.00/hour (based on experience)
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401(k) and Retirement Plan
Paid Sick Leave and Paid Time Off (PTO)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee Discounts and Wellness Program
Free On-Site Parking
Monthly Attorney-Led Training Sessions
Professional Development and Community Outreach Opportunities
Referral Program

To Apply:

Please submit the following:

Resume and Cover Letter
Three (3) legal writing samples (e.g., motion, waiver, legal brief, or U Visa-related submission)
Two (2) professional references

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The Law Office of Amira Al-Alami, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

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