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About the Role
This position is an excellent opportunity for someone who is highly organized, enjoys working in a fast-paced legal environment, and is passionate about helping clients navigate the immigration process. As a Legal Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting our attorneys and paralegals with day-to-day case management, client communication, and administrative tasks. This position also offers opportunities for professional growth within the firm, including the potential to advance into a Paralegal role.
Responsibilities
- Provide administrative support to attorneys and paralegals, including preparing correspondence, forms, and case files.
- Assist in scheduling client appointments, USCIS interviews, and court hearings.
- Organize and maintain physical and digital case files to ensure accuracy and accessibility.
- Manage incoming calls, emails, and client inquiries, ensuring prompt and professional communication.
- Track and update case deadlines and maintain the firm’s master calendar.
- Assist clients in gathering and organizing required documentation for filings.
- Prepare and proofread legal documents and forms for submission.
- Perform basic legal research as needed.
Requirements
- Prior experience as a Legal Assistant, Administrative Assistant, or similar role in a law firm is preferred.
- Immigration law experience is a plus.
- Fluency in both English and Spanish is required.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Professional demeanor, discretion, and ability to maintain client confidentiality.
- Tech-savvy with proficiency in Microsoft Office and or case management software (training provided).
Skills
- Organizational skills
- Attention to detail
- Written communication
- Verbal communication
- Task management
- Deadline management
- Professional demeanor
- Discretion
- Client confidentiality
- Microsoft Office
- Case management software
Location
- 1441 Broadway, 5th FL, New York, NY 10018
Work Type
- Full-time
- M-F, 9 am-6pm
Experience Level
- Prior experience as a Legal Assistant, Administrative Assistant, or similar role in a law firm is preferred
- Immigration law experience is a plus
Salary/Compensations
- $21 / hour
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance options.
- Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays.
- MTA monthly reimbursement
- Professional development and training opportunities.
- Clear pathways for career growth within the firm, with the potential to transition into a Paralegal role.
About the Company
- This role is ideal for someone who is reliable, organized, compassionate, and eager to grow in the legal field.
- We provide the training and support needed to succeed.