Job Overview Seeking full-time or part-time (minimum 6 hours/day) legal assistant/paralegal to work directly with one of our attorneys. Must be bilingual in Spanish/English and able to work Monday-Thursday (9.5-hour shifts with a 30 minute lunch, or negotiable part-time hours). We require someone with a minimum of 2 years experience specifically in immigration law who is detail-oriented, professional, thorough, compassionate, willing to follow directions and learn new tasks, and has excellent writing skills. Applicants must be able to manage high intensity situations, handle a large caseload, and multi-task with professionalism.

Primary responsibilities:

• Orient newly-retained clients on application requirements
• Fill out immigration forms based on information provided by clients and the attorney
• Confirm all application packets are complete for submission, including all required evidence
• Answer client inquiries about their cases, being careful not to give legal advice
• Communicate with government agencies on behalf of the attorney

Requirements:

• 2 years experience as an immigration paralegal/case manager/legal assistant
• High school diploma
• Professional verbal and written communication skills, including fast typing
• Proficient in using computer software applications for word processing and spreadsheets
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks efficiently
• Time management skills to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to think and act independently to find solutions. Must manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to take on ownership of tasks and communicate status, issues, etc.

, and follow-through to completion.

Schedule:

Monday-Thursday 8am-5:30pm or 8:30am-6pm. (Part-time hours negotiable)

Benefits:

• 401k
• Paid time off for personal use
• Paid time off for all federal and many religious holidays
• Health insurance, including dental and vision Work attire:
• Business casual or business professional

Pay:

$23.00

• $27.

00 per hour

Benefits:

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

Work Location:

In person