Entry Level Immigration Legal Assistant Jobs in Florida

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At Bennett Law Center, we believe that with faith, persistence, and compassion, we can turn legal obstacles into opportunities. Guided by the principle that "With God, all things are possible," our mission is to help individuals, families, and businesses overcome immigration challenges and realize their version of the American Dream.

"Bridges Over Barriers" isn’t just our tagline, it’s our promise. From deportation defense to family reunification and business immigration, we serve as a trusted guide through life-changing journeys.

We are a values-driven immigration law firm where every team member plays a critical role in creating hope and delivering results. Our culture is built on:

Knowledge

Hope

Diversity

Generosity

If you're ready to turn your passion for helping people into a career with impact, we invite you to join us.

We are seeking a bilingual Immigration Attorney to manage a diverse immigration caseload while serving as the legal leader for an assigned practice team. In this role, you'll develop legal strategy, oversee case progression, mentor legal support staff, and ensure every client receives exceptional legal representation and service.

This is a hybrid position that requires periodic travel to Central Florida for in-office collaboration, client meetings, court appearances, training, and other business needs. You'll have the support of an experienced operations team, dedicated paralegals, and legal assistants so you can focus on practicing law and delivering outstanding results for your clients.

If you enjoy advocating for clients, leading a collaborative team, and practicing immigration law in a supportive, growth-oriented environment, this is an excellent opportunity to build a long-term career.

Independently manage a diverse immigration caseload from consultation through resolution.

Represent clients before USCIS, EOIR, ICE, CBP, and other government agencies, as applicable.

Conduct client consultations and provide strategic legal guidance.

Prepare and review petitions, applications, waivers, motions, briefs, and supporting documentation.

Develop legal strategies and maintain primary responsibility for the legal outcome of assigned cases.

Lead and mentor your assigned paralegals and legal assistants by directing workflow, reviewing work product, and ensuring cases progress efficiently.

Ensure all filings, hearings, deadlines, and procedural requirements are completed accurately and on time.

Maintain proactive communication with clients and deliver an exceptional client experience throughout representation.

Collaborate with leadership to improve legal processes, client service, operational efficiency, and case outcomes.

Travel periodically to Central Florida for court appearances, client meetings, in-office collaboration, training, and other business-related responsibilities.

Active member in good standing of any U.S. State Bar.

Immigration law experience with the ability to independently manage a diverse caseload.

Fluent in both English and Spanish.

Strong legal research, writing, negotiation, and advocacy skills.

Excellent organizational, analytical, and case management abilities.

Experience leading or directing the work of paralegals and legal assistants.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Ability and willingness to travel periodically to Central Florida for court appearances, client meetings, and other business-related responsibilities.

Experience representing clients before USCIS and EOIR.

Experience using legal case management software.

Demonstrated ability to lead by example while fostering a collaborative and accountable team environment.

Organized, dependable, proactive, and solution-oriented.

Excellent communication skills with clients, courts, and colleagues.

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Passion for delivering exceptional legal representation and an outstanding client experience.

Compensation: $85,000 - 125,000 annually, depending on experience

Bonus: Performance-based bonus opportunities

Benefits Include:

Health insurance

Paid time off and paid holidays

Continuing Legal Education (CLE) support

Administrative and operational support that allows attorneys to focus on practicing law.

Opportunity to lead your own legal practice team within a growing immigration practice.

Schedule: Full-time

Location: Hybrid. This role requires periodic travel to Central Florida for in-office meetings, collaboration, training, court appearances, client meetings, and other business needs.