Job Description
Job Title: Immigration Legal Assistant
Job Overview:We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Immigration Legal Assistant to join our client and play a vital role in supporting their legal operations. This onsite, permanent/direct-hire position based in Washington, D.C. focuses on providing high-level administrative and legal support to attorneys handling employment-based immigration matters. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills, excellent attention to detail, and a client-focused mindset to help ensure smooth case processing and document management.
Compensation:- $60,000 – $90,000/year, depending on experience
Work Schedule:- Monday to Friday, standard business hours
- Onsite presence required (not a remote role)
Key Responsibilities of the Immigration Legal Assistant:- Assist attorneys with case management, including document production, editing, proofreading, and finalizing legal materials
- File documents electronically with USCIS and various courts (state, federal, and appellate)
- Maintain attorney calendars, schedule meetings and conferences, enter billable time, and process expense reports
- Update and manage electronic records, upload case-related documents, and generate reports as needed
- Organize paper and digital case files for hearings, depositions, and trial preparation
- Provide general administrative support and complete additional tasks as assigned
Qualifications and Skills for the Immigration Legal Assistant:- Minimum of 3–5 years of legal administrative experience, preferably with immigration law
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and electronic document management systems (e.g., LawLogix)
- Strong grammar, spelling, proofreading, and formatting skills
- Highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently
- Excellent communication and client service skills
- Proven team player with a strong work ethic and adaptability in a fast-paced environment
Why Join Us?This is an excellent opportunity to grow within a dynamic legal setting, develop your professional skills, and contribute meaningfully to a high-performing team. You’ll be part of a collaborative environment where your initiative and dedication are valued.
About Us:Contemporary Staffing Solutions (CSS) is a trusted leader in providing contract, temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct hire staffing solutions. With decades of experience, we’ve grown from a staffing agency to a nationwide provider of workforce management solutions. Our niche recruitment expertise spans Accounting & Finance, Call Center & Office Support, Human Resources, Sales & Marketing, and Information Technology.
Explore more about CSS and how we connect great talent with exceptional opportunities by visiting www.ContemporaryStaffing.com.
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Job Tags
Permanent employment, Contract work, Temporary work, Monday to Friday,