Reclatam is hiring a detail-oriented, compassionate, and bilingual Asylum Legal Assistant to support a California-based immigration law firm. This is a 100% remote position, ideal for someone with a strong background in asylum or immigration law, excellent communication skills, and fluency in Arabic.
You will play a critical role in helping individuals and families navigate the U.S. asylum process by providing administrative support, gathering documentation, preparing filings, and communicating with clients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist attorneys in preparing asylum applications, affidavits, and supporting documents.
- Translate and summarize Arabic documents into English for legal use.
- Conduct client intakes and maintain regular communication with Arabic-speaking clients.
- Prepare and organize evidence packets and filing materials.
- Track deadlines and monitor case progress using the firms case management system.
- Coordinate with clients to collect missing information and ensure timely submissions.
- Respond to client inquiries with empathy and professionalism.
- Perform other administrative tasks as needed to support thelegal team.
Requirements:
- Fluent in Arabic and English (spoken and written)
- Prior experience as a legal assistant, preferably in immigration law.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Strong written communication skills and attention to detail.
- Comfortable working remotely and available to work duringPacific Time (California hours).
- Proficient with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and case management systems (Filevine or similar is a plus).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree or paralegal certification.
- Knowledge of U.S. asylum procedures and immigration forms.
What We Offer:
- Competitive compensation in USD.
- Fully remote position with flexible work-from-home setup.
- Paid U.S. holidays off.
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of asylum seekers.
- Supportive and collaborative team environment.
ONLY APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH THE FOLLOWING LINK WILL BE CONSIDERED: https://www.careers-page.com/reclatam/job/QV54V33R
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: R$10,000.00 per month
Work Location: Remote
