Find & Apply For Paralegal / Legal Assistant Jobs in Sebring, Florida

Responsibilities The successful candidate will: Serve as one of the first points of contact for clients. Communicate professionally with clients in both English and Spanish. Translate conversations accurately between attorney and client. Interpret spoken Spanish into English and spoken English into Spanish during consultations and meetings. Answer incoming phone calls professionally. Schedule consultations and appointments. Assist with client intake. Gather documents from clients. Follow up with clients regarding missing documents. Maintain accurate client files. Manage Attorney Calendar Prepare correspondence. Assist with immigration forms after training. Upload and organize documents electronically. Manage electronic files. Work with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, email, and case management software. Communicate with USCIS, Immigration Court, and other agencies when appropriate. Help ensure deadlines are met. Assist the attorney and legal team with daily operations. Provide exceptional customer service. Required Qualifications Fluent in BOTH English and Spanish. Ability to translate spoken English to Spanish in real time. Ability to translate spoken Spanish to English in real time. Outstanding customer service skills. Excellent communication skills. Strong organizational skills. Ability to multitask. Positive attitude. Professional appearance. Detail-oriented. Strong computer skills. Fast typing skills. Comfortable learning new software. Ability to work independently. Ability to work under deadlines. Strong problem-solving skills. Our Core Expectations At International Law Group, every team member plays an important role in serving our clients. We are looking for someone who: Is consistently punctual and arrives ready to work by 7:45 a.m. every workday. Reliability is essential. Takes initiative without waiting to be told what to do. Is a true team player and willingly helps wherever needed. Is willing to assist with office tasks beyond their primary responsibilities, including organizing the office, helping maintain a clean and professional workspace, carrying supplies, loading or unloading items from vehicles, and supporting coworkers when needed. Maintains a positive, "how can I help?" attitude. Treats every client with kindness, compassion, and respect. Takes pride in producing accurate, high-quality work. Is committed to continual learning and professional growth. The Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate is someone who: Is fully bilingual in English and Spanish and can interpret conversations accurately in both directions. Learns new technology quickly. Enjoys solving problems. Is dependable and follows through on commitments. Is organized and detail-oriented. Can manage multiple tasks without becoming overwhelmed. Works efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Is honest, trustworthy, and maintains confidentiality. Enjoys working with people from diverse backgrounds. Wants to build a long-term career with our firm. Attendance & Reliability We place a high value on reliability.

Applicants should understand that:

The workday begins promptly at 7:45 a.m. Consistent punctuality is an essential function of this position. We are looking for someone who takes pride in being dependable and understands that our clients and team rely on them every day. Office Culture No one here says, "That's not my job." We work as a team. Sometimes that means helping a coworker, organizing files, straightening the office, carrying supplies, taking packages to the car, or assisting wherever needed. We value humility, initiative, and a willingness to pitch in so that our clients receive outstanding service.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$15.00 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person