Immigration Legal Assistant

Company Description O.L.A. Immigration, LLC provides remote, bilingual legal assistant support exclusively to U.S. immigration law firms, with a focus on accuracy, organization, and client care. The team is specifically trained in U.S. immigration law and procedure, supporting firms with family-based and humanitarian filings, employment-based immigration matters, and removal defense and EOIR cases. Services also include client intake, case management, form preparation, declarations, translations, and filing coordination. Based in New Orleans, LA with remote support across Central America, O.L.A. Immigration is committed to reducing burnout, increasing efficiency, and helping firms scale responsibly without compromising legal precision. The company prioritizes culture, communication, and human-centered immigration work that supports both clients and the attorneys who serve them.
Role Description The Immigration Legal Assistant is a contract role responsible for supporting U.S. immigration law firms with case preparation and administrative tasks. This hybrid position is based in Managua, with a mix of in-office work and work-from-home flexibility. Day-to-day responsibilities include assisting with client intake, organizing case files, preparing and reviewing immigration forms and supporting documentation, and coordinating declarations and translations. The role involves communicating with attorneys and clients, tracking case deadlines, maintaining accurate records in case management systems, and supporting filing coordination with courts and agencies. The Immigration Legal Assistant collaborates closely with legal teams to ensure timely, precise, and well-organized case handling in a fast-paced environment.
QualificationsStrong foundation in Law and U.S. immigration procedures, with experience or training relevant to Legal Assistants.Proficiency in Legal Document Preparation, including immigration forms, declarations, and supporting evidence.Excellent Communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact professionally with attorneys and clients in a bilingual environment.Demonstrated Administrative Assistance skills, including case management, scheduling, document organization, and deadline tracking.Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously.Comfort with technology, including cloud-based case management tools and standard office software.Fluency in English and Spanish strongly preferred.Prior experience in immigration law, legal support, or a related legal setting is an advantage.Ability to work effectively in a hybrid setting in Managua and maintain reliable internet access for remote work.