Entry Level Legal Assistant - NY (Spanish Fluent) - Pro Bono Department

Soni Resources is currently seeking an Spanish fluent - Entry Level Legal Assistant to provide project and administrative support to a premier Law Firm in New York, NY. This is a great opportunity to work in an exciting, ever-changing and challenging atmosphere with people who are passionate about immigration. You will be responsible for drafting documents, reporting, organizing files, and meeting deadlines for cases.

Responsibilities :

• Perform a range of case related duties, including :
• Case Support :

Assist in the preparation of immigration cases, including drafting applications, compiling supporting documentation, and preparing client declarations.

Ensure adherence to EOIR and bar regulations, monitor case deadlines, and assist in filing required documentation in a timely manner.

Conduct client intake screenings, liaise with nonprofit partners, and coordinate interpreter services as needed. Attend NY Legal Service Provider meetings and other stakeholder sessions when the supervising attorney is unavailable.

Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records, ensuring all filings, receipts, approvals, and RFEs are properly uploaded and tracked in Connect. Follow up with attorney teams to ensure contact information and case notes are current, and assist in reporting outcomes to firm leadership.

Support the development of immigration-specific training materials and assist in organizing Continuing Legal Education (CLE) sessions for attorneys.

Assist with the planning, coordination, and execution of in-house legal clinics, including scheduling, logistics, and post-clinic follow-up.

Requirements :

Compensation : $20 / Hour

Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications.