V105 - Immigration Legal Assistant

Job Duck

12d•Remote

About The Position

This Legal Assistant role with Job Duck offers the opportunity to provide essential support that enhances attorney efficiency and overall workflow. The position is ideal for someone who thrives in a structured, detail-oriented environment where accuracy, organization, and clear communication directly support strong legal outcomes. Each day, you will help prepare immigration case filings, maintain digital documentation, and ensure that critical deadlines are met while working closely with the supervising attorney. You will excel in this role if you are proactive, calm under pressure, adaptable to changing case priorities, and committed to delivering high-quality work in a fully digital legal practice.

Requirements

Team Player
Tech-savviness
Research and Analysis
Organization
Detail-oriented
Adaptability
Problem-Solving
Integrity
Immigration law background
Ability to work independently
Deadline-driven workstyle
Strong proficiency with Adobe PDF and similar platforms for: Merging, organizing, bookmarking, and preparing digital filings

Responsibilities

Adapt to a changing case mix as the practice transitions from asylum work toward additional focus areas
Gather, review, and organize evidence and supporting documents
Assist with preparation of immigration forms including I‑589, I‑130, and I‑485
Prepare complete digital filing packages with proper labeling, merging, and bookmarking
Support compilation of immigration documentation, exhibits, and case preparation materials
Assist with general legal support tasks similar to those performed by existing staff
Support daily legal administrative tasks delegated by the supervising attorney
Maintain a professional and empathetic tone in all client interactions
Communicate with clients regarding case updates and missing information
Submit filings through ECAS and maintain accurate digital records of submissions
Ensure timely and accurate completion of filing deadlines