Receptionist/Assistant

Company Description

Rivera & Shirhatti, PC is a Houston-based immigration law firm dedicated exclusively to immigration and nationality law. Founded by two Board-Certified attorneys in Immigration & Nationality Law, our firm brings more than 25 years of combined experience handling complex immigration matters. We are committed to delivering exceptional legal representation while making a meaningful impact in the lives of our clients and the communities we serve.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly organized, bilingual (Spanish-English) Legal Assistant to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who thrives in a fast-paced professional environment and is interested in gaining experience across multiple areas of immigration law, including:

• Federal litigation
• Humanitarian immigration
• Family-based immigration
• Employment-based immigration
• Investment-based immigration

This position is fully on-site at our office location in Montrose and is not eligible for remote work.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, government agencies, and other stakeholders through high-volume phone and email communications.
• Meet with clients to gather information, obtain statements and affidavits, and facilitate execution of legal documents and forms.
• Maintain organized client files and track case progress to ensure timely follow-up.
• Manage attorney calendars, appointments, deadlines, and case-related scheduling.
• Assist attorneys in preparing immigration filings and supporting documentation.
• Provide Spanish-language interpretation and document translation as needed.
• Process, organize, and maintain legal correspondence and incoming mail.
• Draft routine legal correspondence and documents under attorney supervision.
• Perform administrative and clerical duties to support daily office operations.
• Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and excellent client service at all times.

Required Qualifications

• Native or professional-level fluency in both Spanish and English.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel).
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong calendar management and deadline-tracking abilities.
• Professional phone, email, and client-service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working in a law firm, legal office, or professional services environment.
• Experience in immigration law or related legal fields.
• Proficiency with Adobe Acrobat.
• Additional language proficiency.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Law, Political Science, Public Policy, Public Administration, or a related field.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.

We offer a wide range of benefits.

Why Join Us?

• Work directly with experienced Board-Certified immigration attorneys.
• Gain exposure to complex and impactful immigration matters.
• Develop valuable legal and client-management skills.
• Join a collaborative team dedicated to excellence and client service.

Rivera & Shirhatti, PC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees.