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Part Time Immigration Attorney Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

Part Time Immigration Attorney information

What are the typical challenges faced by part-time immigration attorneys, and how can they manage their caseload effectively?

Part-time immigration attorneys often face the challenge of balancing a fluctuating caseload with limited working hours, which can make it difficult to keep up with fast-changing immigration laws and tight deadlines. Effective time management and clear communication with clients and colleagues are essential to ensure all cases progress smoothly. Additionally, many part-time attorneys work as part of a team or collaborate with paralegals, so establishing reliable systems for tracking case status and delegating tasks can help streamline workflow. Utilizing legal practice management software and setting clear client expectations also contribute to managing workload efficiently.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Part Time Immigration Attorney, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Part Time Immigration Attorney, you need a Juris Doctor (JD) degree, admission to the state bar, and in-depth knowledge of immigration law and procedures. Familiarity with case management software, legal research databases like Westlaw or LexisNexis, and government immigration systems is typically required. Strong communication, cultural sensitivity, and time management skills help attorneys effectively advocate for clients and balance part-time workloads. These competencies ensure accurate legal representation, client trust, and efficiency in navigating complex immigration matters.

What is the difference between Part Time Immigration Attorney vs Immigration Paralegal?

AspectPart Time Immigration AttorneyImmigration Paralegal
CredentialsLaw degree, bar admission, specialized immigration certificationsAssociate's degree or paralegal certification, often with immigration training
Work EnvironmentLaw firms, legal clinics, government agenciesLaw firms, legal departments, nonprofit organizations
Job RoleProvides legal advice, represents clients, handles complex immigration casesPrepares documents, conducts research, supports attorneys with case management

While both roles support immigration cases, a Part Time Immigration Attorney offers legal representation and advice, requiring a law degree and bar admission. An Immigration Paralegal assists attorneys with case preparation and documentation, typically with less formal legal credentials. The attorney role involves more direct client interaction and legal decision-making, whereas the paralegal focuses on supporting tasks within the legal process.

What does a part-time immigration attorney do?

A part-time immigration attorney provides legal assistance and representation to clients on immigration matters, such as visas, green cards, citizenship applications, and deportation defense, but works fewer hours than a full-time attorney. Their duties may include consulting with clients, preparing legal documents, attending hearings, and advising on immigration laws and procedures. Part-time attorneys often balance their workload to accommodate other personal or professional commitments, offering flexible scheduling to clients.
What are the most commonly searched types of Immigration Attorney jobs in Florida? The most popular types of Immigration Attorney jobs in Florida are:
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Infographic showing various Part Time Immigration Attorney job openings in Florida as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 78% Physical, 8% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution.

Bilingual Administrative Assistant

De Wit Immigration Law P.A.

Miami, FL

$26/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Posted 18 days ago


Job description

Bilingual Administrative Assistant (English/Spanish) - Immigration Law Firm

De Wit Immigration Law is hiring a bilingual Administrative Assistant for our Miami Shores office. You will be the first person clients meet: investors and professionals from around the world who are building their careers and companies in the United States.

This role offers more than front-desk work. You will work directly with our managing attorney and legal team and learn how business immigration cases move from consultation to approval.

The role is in person at our Miami Shores office. We offer a full-time schedule (9 am to 6 pm) and a part-time afternoon schedule, at $18–$26 per hour.

Benefits include health insurance (the firm pays up to 99% of the employee's premium on our benchmark plan), vision coverage, a 401(k) with an employer match, 15 days of paid time off per year (prorated for part-time), 10 paid holidays, and a paid day off on your birthday.

How To Apply: To be considered, please complete our application here: https://careers.dewit.law/job?role=admin-assistant-bilingual— the application includes a short writing exercise and an attention-to-detail test, and it asks for your resume, a cover letter, and a one-minute introduction video. Please set aside about an hour. Applications completed through our portal are the ones our review team evaluates.

Compensation:

$18 - $26 hourly


Responsibilities:
  • Serve as the first point of contact for clients visiting or calling our office, in English and Spanish.
  • Support intake and onboarding for new clients, from first inquiry to signed engagement.
  • Manage scheduling, correspondence, and file maintenance for the legal team.
  • Coordinate meetings and appointments for attorneys and staff.
  • Assist with billing, invoicing, and other financial documentation.
  • Maintain office supplies and coordinate with vendors.
  • Support the managing attorney and marketing team with outreach projects.
  • Help run our candidate pipeline as we grow the team.

Qualifications:
  • You are fully fluent in English and Spanish, spoken and written. This is required.
  • You write clearly and speak confidently on the phone and in person.
  • You are organized, manage your time well, and meet deadlines with close attention to detail.
  • You work well independently and as part of a team.
  • You are comfortable learning new software and tools.
  • A bachelor's or associate's degree helps, but strong administrative experience or clear motivation to learn counts just as much.

About Company

De Wit Immigration Law is a Miami-based firm focused on business immigration and federal immigration litigation. We are deliberately low-volume: we take fewer cases and do them exceptionally well, and our reputation reflects it.

We use technology to work efficiently, and we reward ownership and results, empowering our team to grow as professionals. Our team is hybrid, with members in Miami, Latin America, and Europe.