Our immigration law firm is seeking a FOIA Legal Assistant to manage Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests for the entire firm.
This is a specialized position responsible for preparing, submitting, tracking, and reviewing FOIA requests from start to finish. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing deadlines while ensuring every request is processed accurately and efficiently.
Your work will play a critical role in helping attorneys obtain the records needed to evaluate and build immigration cases.
What You'll Do FOIA Management- Prepare and submit FOIA requests to USCIS, CBP, EOIR, ICE, and other government agencies.
- Ensure all requests are complete, accurate, and accompanied by the necessary supporting documentation.
- Monitor pending requests and follow up with agencies regarding status updates and delays.
- Maintain organized records and tracking systems for all firm FOIA requests.
- Manage deadlines and ensure timely follow-up on outstanding matters.
- Review FOIA responses upon receipt to confirm all requested records have been provided.
- Identify incomplete or missing records and initiate additional follow-up when necessary.
- Organize and upload records into the firm's case management system.
- Prepare records for attorney review and schedule the appropriate attorney once records have been received and evaluated.
- Fluent in English and Spanish.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to manage a large volume of requests and deadlines simultaneously.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat.
- Ability to work independently and stay on top of multiple projects.
- Experience preparing and managing FOIA requests.
- Experience working in immigration law.
- Familiarity with USCIS, CBP, EOIR, and ICE processes.
- Experience using legal case management software.
Your efforts help provide attorneys with the information needed to advance our clients' immigration cases and make informed legal decisions.
Collaborative TeamJoin a supportive team that values accountability, organization, and delivering excellent service to our clients.
Stability & GrowthBe part of a growing immigration law firm where your work has a direct and measurable impact on case success.
Benefits & Perks- Competitive compensation based on experience
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Health insurance options
- 401(k) options
- Supportive and team-oriented work environment
If you are highly organized, deadline-driven, and enjoy managing detailed processes from start to finish, we'd love to hear from you. Submit your resume today and become an important part of our immigration team.