Turn Any New Hire Into a Confident Immigration Caseworker
Without Pulling Your Attorneys Off Billable Work
Practical, on-demand training built by a practicing immigration attorney. Your paralegals, intake staff, legal assistants, and junior attorneys learn the exact steps to prepare cases correctly from week one.
Used by legal teams in the U.S. and Canada
Is Staff Training Taking Valuable Time Away from Your Immigration Practice?
Hiring new staff should help your firm grow, not create more work for your attorneys. Yet without a structured training program, immigration law firms often face the same challenges:
- Long learning curves: New hires require weeks of guidance before they can confidently handle routine responsibilities.
- Repetitive training: Attorneys and experienced staff spend valuable hours explaining forms, procedures, and filing requirements.
- Costly mistakes: Inconsistent training increases the risk of incomplete filings, avoidable RFEs, and unnecessary rework.
- Unclear professional boundaries: Intake specialists and support staff may struggle to distinguish administrative assistance from legal advice.
- Operational delays: Training gaps slow case preparation, affect client communication, and limit your firm’s efficiency.
Your attorneys should focus on practicing law, not repeatedly teaching the fundamentals of immigration case preparation.
DO THE MATH
20 hours × $250/hr to train one hire in-house
$ 5,000
in lost billable time, per hire
A full year of Law Ally US training
$ 399
per person
A Complete Training System, Not Just a Course Library
Every course includes video and written lessons, document checklists, sample cover letters, a case study, FAQs, an assessment, and a certificate.
29 Step-By-Step Courses
Family, waivers, humanitarian, employment, case management, and intake. The work your firm handles every day.
Real Case Workflows
Each course follows an actual case from intake to filing, with checklists, sample cover letters, and case studies.
Intake & Ethics Training
Intake staff learn to gather the right facts and stay inside professional boundaries, so no one gives legal advice they shouldn’t.
Two Coaching Sessions
Two 30-minute sessions for your team to ask questions, clarify course concepts, and discuss how to apply what they’ve learned.
Dedicated Training Coordinator
A real person who tracks your team’s progress, answers your questions, and sends you regular progress updates.
Completion Certificates
Every course ends with an assessment and certificate, so you can verify who is trained on what.
What Your Team Will Learn
Intake & Professional Ethics NEW
Your front line, trained to get it right from the first call.
- Ethics in Immigration Law
- Client Intake
Foundations & Case Management
Confidence to prepare the applications clients ask for most.
- Basics of Immigration Law
- Immigration Case Management
- Naturalization
- Green Cards Renewal
- Employment Authorization
- Travel Document
Family-Based Immigration
Prepare accurate petitions, step by step, without guesswork.
- Petition for Spouse
- Petition for Adult Son/Daughter
- Petition for Siblings
- Petition for Fiancé
- Petition to Remove Conditions
- Immigrant Visa Consular Processing
Humanitarian-Based Immigration
Handle sensitive cases with care and precision.
- Asylum
- VAWA
- U Visa
- T Visa
- TPS
- DACA
- Military Parole in Place
Waiver Applications
Spot issues early and build well-supported waiver applications.
- J-1 Waiver
- I-601 Waiver
- I-212 Waiver
- Unlawful Presence Waiver (I-601A)
- Removal of Conditions with Waiver (I-751)
Employment-Based Immigration
Learn how to prepare employment petitions from start to finish.
- E-2 Investor Visa
More courses coming soon!
What Legal Professionals Are Saying
Perfect course!
In my studies I always look for quick answers to my questions. And here I find all the answers and complete guidance. It is the best course I could have found. Thank you.
Renata
Attorney
Practical, easy-to-follow, and straightforward
This course is clear, practical, and very easy to follow. The information is also incredibly clear. I really enjoyed this course. It cleared up many questions and gave me many tips to add to my work.
Paula
Attorney
Excellent Introduction to U.S. Immigration Law
This course offers a clear, structured overview of foundational immigration law principles. The examples and quizzes reinforced the material well, making it accessible even to those new to the topic. A great starting point for legal professionals, advocates, or anyone interested in immigration processes.
Fabio
Attorney
Immigration Simplified!
Plans & Pricing
Simple Annual Plans for Every Team Size
One price per plan. Swap team members anytime if someone leaves.
Solo
$399/year
1 seat
- All 29 courses + new releases
- Checklists, templates, cover letters
- Completion certificates
- 2 coaching sessions
Team
$999/year
3 seats · $333 per person
- Everything in Solo
- 2 coaching sessions per plan
- Dedicated training coordinator
- Seat swaps when staff change
Practice
$1,499/year
5 seats · $299 per person
- Everything in Solo
- 2 coaching sessions per plan
- Dedicated training coordinator
- Seat swaps when staff change
Firm
Custom
+6 seats · volume pricing
- Everything in Practice
- Plan built around your caseload
- Invoicing available
- Custom coaching
Meet The Instructor
Built by an Immigration Attorney Who Trains Her Own Team
Ileana Rivera, Esq. — Immigration Attorney, Founder & Senior Instructor
With more than 13 years practicing immigration law, across family-based petitions, asylum, removal defense, waivers, adjustment of status, and consular processing, Ileana built Law Ally US to solve a problem she faced in her own law firm: training legal staff is slow, expensive, and pulls senior attorneys away from billable work.
“I know how hard it is to trust a new paralegal, assistant, or junior attorney with the complexity of immigration law. I built this so firms have a reliable, affordable way to train their teams without the bottleneck.”
13+ Years Practicing U.S. Immigration Law
Attorney Admitted to the Puerto Rico Bar
CLE-Accredited in Florida, Texas, New York & Puerto Rico
Questions Firms Ask Us
Getting Started
Who is Law Ally US training designed for?
Our training is designed for immigration law firms looking to develop knowledgeable, confident, and efficient legal teams. Whether you’re onboarding a new employee or strengthening the skills of experienced staff, our courses support:
- Immigration paralegals and legal assistants
- Intake specialists and client service representatives
- Case managers and legal support professionals
- Junior attorneys and attorneys expanding into immigration law
- Remote and international legal support teams
The program is particularly valuable for firms seeking a consistent approach to training without requiring attorneys to repeatedly teach the same procedures.
Can someone with no immigration law experience take these courses?
Absolutely! Our courses are designed to make immigration procedures easier to understand, even for employees who are new to the field. New hires can begin with foundational topics, including immigration terminology, case management, and common immigration processes, before progressing to more specialized applications. Experienced employees can focus on the courses most relevant to their responsibilities.
How long does the training take to complete?
Our training library currently includes 29 courses and approximately 13 hours of video instruction.Courses are self-paced, allowing employees to learn around their work schedules. Each course includes practical learning materials and assessments to reinforce understanding. Your team can complete individual courses based on its immediate training needs or work through a broader curriculum over time.
Can employees take courses while working full-time?
Yes. Law Ally US is designed for busy legal professionals. Employees can complete lessons at their own pace without having to attend regularly scheduled classes or interrupt their daily responsibilities. Firms can establish their own learning schedules, assign training during designated work hours, and gradually introduce new responsibilities as employees develop their skills.
Is the training available for remote or international employees?
Yes. Our online training is accessible to legal support professionals working remotely, including teams based outside the United States. This makes Law Ally US particularly useful for firms working with virtual assistants, offshore paralegals, and nearshore staffing companies supporting U.S. immigration practices. All courses focus on U.S. immigration law and procedures. Training does not replace the supervision and professional responsibility obligations of the attorneys directing the work.
Courses and Learning Materials
What topics are covered in the training?
Our library includes practical instruction in key areas of U.S. immigration practice, including:
- Immigration law fundamentals and case management
- Client intake and professional ethics
- Family-based petitions and consular processing
- Naturalization and immigration benefits
- Humanitarian immigration, including asylum, VAWA, U visas, and T visas
- Immigration waivers
- Employment-based immigration, including E-2 investor visas
Our courses emphasize the procedures, documents, and workflows legal professionals encounter in everyday immigration practice.
Does the training include practical examples or just video lectures?
Our courses go beyond traditional video lectures. Training materials include written lessons, case studies, document checklists, sample cover letters, frequently asked questions, and assessments. These resources help employees connect what they learn with the tasks they perform at work. The goal is not simply to understand immigration terminology but to become better prepared to assist with real immigration casework under attorney supervision.
Can we choose which courses our employees take?
Yes. Your firm can prioritize courses based on each employee’s role, experience, and responsibilities. For example, an intake specialist may begin with client intake and immigration fundamentals, while a paralegal assigned to family-based cases may focus on petitions, adjustment-related procedures, and consular processing. This flexibility allows firms to develop practical training plans without requiring every employee to follow the same sequence.
Are new courses included in the annual subscription?
Yes. Annual subscribers receive access to the courses included in their plan, along with new course releases added during the active subscription period. As the Law Ally US library grows, your team can continue developing its knowledge without purchasing every newly released course separately.
Team Management and Employee Turnover
How do I track my team’s training progress?
Law Ally US offers training coordination for eligible team plans. Your dedicated training coordinator monitors employee progress, provides regular updates, and helps your firm stay informed about training completion. Course assessments and completion certificates also provide documentation of employee learning and achievement. This gives law firm managers greater visibility into their training investment.
What happens if an employee leaves our firm?
Employee turnover shouldn’t mean losing your entire training investment. With our annual team plans, you can reassign an available training seat to a replacement employee during your active subscription. This allows your firm to continue onboarding new employees without purchasing an entirely new team subscription each time someone leaves.
Can we enroll employees with different levels of experience?
Yes. Law Ally US accommodates teams with varying levels of immigration experience. New employees can focus on foundational knowledge, while experienced paralegals, case managers, and attorneys can concentrate on specialized topics. Your firm can tailor training priorities to individual responsibilities, helping each employee build relevant skills.
Does Law Ally US replace our firm’s internal training?
Law Ally US is designed to complement and streamline your firm’s internal training, not eliminate it entirely. Our courses provide a structured foundation in immigration procedures, case preparation, and professional responsibilities. Your firm remains responsible for teaching its internal policies, technology systems, client communication standards, and case-specific procedures. By standardizing foundational instruction, attorneys and senior staff can spend less time repeating basic explanations and more time providing meaningful supervision and guidance.
Coaching and Support
Is personalized assistance included?
Yes. Our published annual plans include two 30-minute coaching sessions. These sessions allow your team to ask questions, clarify training concepts, and discuss how course material applies to everyday legal work. Team and Practice plans also include a dedicated training coordinator who assists with monitoring employee progress.
Can our firm request additional coaching or customized training?
For larger firms, Law Ally US offers customized plans designed around team size, caseload, and training priorities. Our Firm plan includes customized coaching options. We encourage firms with six or more employees, or those seeking a more tailored training experience, to schedule a consultation to discuss their needs.
Certificates, CLE, and Professional Responsibility
Will employees receive certificates after completing courses?
Yes. Our courses include assessments and certificates of completion. These certificates help employees document their learning and allow firms to maintain records of completed training. Certificates may also support internal professional development and employee performance discussions.
Does completing Law Ally US training authorize someone to practice immigration law?
No. Law Ally US provides professional education and training, not a license to practice law. A course completion certificate does not authorize a paralegal, legal assistant, intake specialist, or other nonlawyer to independently provide legal advice, represent clients, or engage in activities constituting the unauthorized practice of law. Legal support staff must operate within applicable professional rules and under appropriate attorney supervision.
Do you offer Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credits for attorneys?
Yes. Law Ally US offers CLE-eligible courses for attorneys. CLE availability depends on the course, jurisdiction, and applicable accreditation requirements. Eligible CLE courses are included for Annual Subscription members at no additional charge. Attorneys should review the course details to confirm the available credit hours, approved jurisdictions, and completion requirements. Explore CLE Courses here.
Plans, Pricing, and Enrollment
How much does training cost?
Law Ally US offers annual subscription plans for different team sizes:
- Solo: $399 per year for one employee
- Team: $999 per year for three employees
- Practice: $1,499 per year for five employees
- Firm: Custom pricing for six or more employees
Annual plans include access to the training library, learning materials, completion certificates, and applicable coaching benefits. Team and Practice plans include training coordination and employee seat reassignment.
Do we have to purchase courses individually?
No. Our annual subscription provides access to the included course library under one plan, making it easier for firms to train employees across multiple immigration practice areas. Instead of purchasing individual courses whenever an employee needs additional training, your firm can provide ongoing access throughout the subscription period.
Can we try a lesson before purchasing?
Yes! We understand that choosing a training program is an important decision. You can explore a complimentary sample lesson to experience our teaching approach and determine whether the training meets your team’s needs. Explore a Free Sample Lesson here.
What is your refund policy?
We offer a 5-day refund policy so you can explore our courses and determine whether the training meets your needs. If you’re not satisfied, contact Law Ally US within five days of purchase to request a refund, subject to our applicable refund terms.
Still Have Questions?
Every immigration practice is different, and your training program should support the way your firm operates.
Schedule a complimentary 15-minute demonstration to learn how Law Ally US can help you onboard employees, standardize training, and reduce the time attorneys spend teaching foundational procedures.
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