Junior Legal Assistant
Las Americas Immigrant Advocacy Center•El Paso, TX
•$35,000 - $42,000•Hybrid
About The Position
Las Americas Immigrant Advocacy Center is hiring a Legal Assistant to provide case management support and expand our capacity to serve and support immigrants facing removal. Las Americas is a nationally-recognized organization that provides high-quality legal services, advocacy, and support to detained and non-detained individuals in El Paso, Texas, and southern New Mexico. Since 1987, we have represented over 50,000 individuals while advocating for systemic change through impact litigation.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience.
- 0 - 2 years as a legal assistant.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines under pressure.
- Compassionate, trauma-informed approach to client interactions.
- Deep commitment to social justice and immigrant rights.
- Professional fluency in English and Spanish is required.
- Must work locally out of the El Paso, TX office.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience in a legal or client-facing administrative role preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Assist attorneys and legal staff with case preparation, including gathering and organizing evidence, intakes, detention center visits, and preparing legal filings.
- Maintain accurate case files and client records in the case management system.
Benefits
- health insurance with employer contributions
- flexible/hybrid schedule
- generous PTO
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
