Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and organized  Legal Administrative Assistant to support a busy immigration law practice specializing in  humanitarian and asylum-based removal defense . This hybrid role offers a unique opportunity to work directly with legal professionals and clients while making a tangible impact on individuals and families navigating complex legal processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide  administrative and organizational support to ensure smooth operations, including organizing and managing casefiles, notes, and records that may require restructuring or reorganization to improve accessibility.
• Assist in preparing attorneys and clients for hearings, including  scheduling, filing deadlines, and preparation for court appearances ranging from basic hearings to full merits hearings.
• Monitor and manage the specific  needs of 65-70 individual/household clients , some with families involved in a single case, ensuring timelines, deadlines, and communication are effectively handled.
• Proactively identify potential  blind spots and areas for improvement within office workflows and case management to help attorneys forecast and address challenges.
• Support  client interactions , including liaising with predominantly vulnerable populations under humanitarian defense.
• Collaborate with a small but dedicated team, to ensure seamless communication and workflow.

Requirements:

• Experience working in legal settings , especially in immigration or removal defense, is highly preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to balance competing priorities.
• Experience with  court filing processes, case preparation , and assisting attorneys in client hearings.
• Language skills in Spanish are beneficial, given the nature of the clientele.
• Flexibility to work in a  hybrid capacity , merging remote support with necessary in-person collaboration.

If you have a passion for organizational excellence, experience in legal administration, and a desire to make a meaningful difference in clients’ lives, we encourage you to apply!

• A minimum of 2 years of experience as an immigration paralegal, with a focus on family-based immigration and removal defense.
• Proficiency in drafting legal documents and preparing materials for hearings and trials.
• Familiarity with case management software and tools used in legal practices.
• Strong knowledge of immigration law, including visa petitions and asylum processes.
• Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple cases and deadlines effectively.
• Ability to communicate professionally and empathetically with clients from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience supporting litigation efforts, including discovery and trial preparation.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to conduct thorough legal research and analysis.

Job Tags

Work at office, Remote work,

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