Job Description
Immigration Legal Assistant (Bilingual) – Full-Time
Location: West New York, New Jersey
About Dumé Law Group:
Dumé Law Group is a boutique immigration law firm located in West New York, NJ, dedicated to providing
compassionate and comprehensive legal services. We focus on family-based immigration, humanitarian relief, and
removal defense. Our team is committed to making a difference in the lives of our clients.
About the Role:
We are currently seeking a full-time Bilingual Immigration Legal Assistant fluent in both English and Spanish. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and proactive. Prior experience in immigration law is preferred. This role involves frequent communication with both immigration and family courts, managing the attorney’s calendar and appointments, and coordinating effectively across teams to ensure cases are handled smoothly and efficiently.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare a high volume of Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) and I-360 petitions, as well as humanitarian applications including U Visas, VAWA, and T Visas.
- Assist with asylum, withholding of removal, and cancellation of removal applications, including drafting supporting declarations and assembling evidence for EOIR submissions.
- Draft legal documents and correspondence, including motions to change venue and continuances.
- Manage attorney calendar, schedule hearings, court appearances, and client meetings.
- Communicate regularly with immigration court and family court to coordinate filings and case updates.
- Collaborate with attorneys and staff to monitor deadlines and track case progress.
- Translate documents and interpret during client meetings.
- Use Excel to manage case data, maintain internal trackers, and prepare evidence lists.
Qualifications:
- Bilingual: Fluent in English and Spanish (required).
- Experience in immigration law (preferred but not required).
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (required).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Comfortable using case management systems (e.g., Docketwise, LawLogix, etc.).
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive pay based on experience.
- Paid time off, paid holidays, and health insurance.
- Supportive and growth-oriented work environment.
Job Tags
Holiday work, Full time, Relief,