Job Description

LEGAL ASSISTANT POSITION

We are seeking to hire a full-time, thoughtful, and energetic legal assistant who can start as soon as possible. This is a client-facing position with a high amount of phone communication and administrative work. If preferred, you will have the opportunity to transition to a paralegal, marketing specialist, or operations specialist role within a couple of years.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

? Answer phone and speak with both potential clients and existing clients.
? Greet potential and existing clients in the office and take payments.
? Communicate with potential and existing clients by email.
? Open new cases and close completed cases.
? Handle scanning immigration packets and mailing to USCIS.
? Complete data entry for cases along with reports for case management.
? Compile supporting evidence for immigration applications.
? Draft cover letters and correspond directly with USCIS and the U.S. State Department.
? Follow up with USCIS and the U.S. State Department regarding delays and issues.
? Assist attorneys with preparing immigration forms.

QUALIFICATIONS:

? Fluent Spanish speaker.
? Commitment to serving under-served communities
? Ability to relate to and communicate with a broad range of clients and colleagues
? Values working cooperatively with others, both within the firm and in the community
? Strong analytical and strategic problem solving skills with extreme attention to detail.
? Superb interpersonal skills and track record of getting along well with colleagues and clients.
? Excellent written and communication skills.
? Familiarity with Microsoft Office

SALARY and BENEFITS:

? Compensation is commensurate with skills and experience.
? Health and dental insurance options

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? 401K with company match (after 1 year of employment).
? Paid holidays and vacation days.

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Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance
Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:

Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person