Asylum Team Leader

Company Description

Marsan Akguc Law Firm is a U.S. immigration law firm based in Newport Beach, California, serving clients across all 50 states.

We are seeking an experienced Asylum Team Lead to manage and elevate our growing asylum team remotely. This is a leadership role — you will oversee a team of asylum paralegals, own the quality of their case files, and serve as the bridge between the team and our licensed attorneys.

This position requires a minimum of 2 years of hands-on U.S. asylum case experience, including prior team lead or supervisory experience. If you do not meet this requirement, please do not apply.

What You Will Do

• Lead, supervise, and mentor a team of asylum paralegals, ensuring consistent quality across all case files
• Distribute caseload across the team, balance workloads, and manage capacity as new files come in
• Review I-589 applications, client declarations, and supporting documentation before they reach the attorneys
• Set and enforce filing deadlines, hearing-prep timelines, and internal quality standards
• Serve as the primary point of contact between the asylum team and our licensed attorneys on case strategy
• Track team performance and case progress through our case management system (Monday.com)
• Identify bottlenecks and gaps in files, and proactively resolve issues before they escalate
• Onboard, train, and support new paralegals joining the team
• Step in on complex or high-stakes asylum cases when senior-level judgment is needed

What We Are Looking For

• Minimum 2 years of hands-on U.S. asylum case experience — this is a strict requirement
• Prior team lead, supervisory, or senior paralegal experience managing others
• Full professional fluency in both Turkish and English required
• Strong leadership skills — able to direct a team, give feedback, and hold others accountable
• Deep knowledge of I-589 preparation, Immigration Court filings, and hearing preparation
• Must be available to work California hours: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM PT (6:00 PM – 2:00 AM Turkey time)
• Excellent organizational and deadline management skills across multiple active files and team members
• Reliable internet connection and a dedicated workspace
• Law degree (U.S. or foreign equivalent)

What We Offer

• A growing, structured firm with clear workflows and real career growth potential
• A leadership role with real ownership over a team and its outcomes — not just individual tasks
• A collaborative team that values accountability, quality work, and strong client outcomes
• Direct access to and close collaboration with our licensed attorneys
• Fully remote — work with a U.S. immigration firm serving clients across all 50 states

How to Apply

Please send your resume and a short note on why you are a good fit, including your relevant team lead experience, to: [email protected]