Immigration Legal Assistant

Overview

Saravia Law is a small, up-and-coming law firm based in Arlington, MA. We specialize in immigration, family law, and estate planning. Queer and First-Generation Immigrant owned. This is a collegial work environment with a diverse clientele.

Responsibilities

Client Support

• Maintain regular communication with clients, providing case updates, reminders, and document checklists.
• Translate and interpret documents or communications when needed (if bilingual).

Case Preparation and Filing

• Prepare and organize immigration applications and petitions (e.g., I-130, I-485, I-589, N-400, I-765, I-131, I-864, etc.).
• Assemble supporting documentation, exhibits, and evidence in compliance with USCIS, EOIR, and consular requirements.
• Draft cover letters, client declarations, and legal forms under attorney supervision.
• File applications electronically or by mail, tracking deadlines and confirming receipt notices.

Court and Agency Support

• File motions, briefs, and exhibits with immigration court (EOIR) and manage e-filing portals (ECAS).
• Prepare hearing packets, trial binders, and exhibits for attorney review.
• Communicate with USCIS, ICE, EOIR, and consulates regarding case status inquiries.

Research and Documentation

• Conduct legal research on immigration laws, policies, and procedural updates.
• Draft case timelines, country conditions research, and client chronologies for asylum and humanitarian cases.
• Maintain accurate case notes, client files, and electronic database entries.

Administrative and Operational Duties

• Manage attorney calendars and deadlines.

Requirements

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills
• Proficient in Word, Excel, PDF, and other technology
• Friendly demeanor

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree
• Knowledge of online court filing systems
• Knowledge of Docketwise case management system
• Spanish (if you don’t speak Portuguese)
• Portuguese (if you don’t speak Spanish)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Work Location: In person