Job Summary:

The Legal Assistant will act as the main administrative assistant for a lawyer specializing in immigration law. In addition, the assistant will assist in the duties of the general office where necessary.

Responsibilities:

Interact with clients by phone and on a regular basis
Manage, coordinate and manage case files in paper or digital form
Include general administrative assistance, such as managing a lawyer's schedule and making travel plans
Ideal candidate has expertise in general litigation and any background in labor and employment cases would be preferred.
Administrative work to deal with all aspects of office support and attorney support

Qualifications:

High school and General Education (GED) degrees needed
Applicants must have at least 3 years of experience in the setting up of a law firm.
Prior experience working in immigration law
Great verbal and written communication skills and professional behavior
Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
Tab3 and Practice Manager experience
Effective ability to work independently, manage large workloads, and meet deadlines.
Well-organized, multi-tasking, quick learning, and detail-oriented
Able to take initiative and work well under pressure to meet deadlines
Flexible and capable of acting independently and as a team member
Willing to work flexible hours when necessary
Able to communicate professionally
Good attention to detail and outstanding organizational skills
Outstanding social and interpersonal skills
Previous experience in an administrative position plus
Bi-or multi-lingual plus.

Obligations include, but are not limited to:

Drafting of correspondence
Editing and filing of pleadings with state and federal courts, the scheduling of depositions, file maintenance, travel arrangements, research, expense reports, time entry and maintenance of attorney's calendars.
High-quality computer skills, excellent organizational skills
Outstanding performance and a' will' attitude.
Assistants can also help with publicity, accounting, paralegal work, office management and financial record keeping.

Competitive pay and benefits:

In line with experience and opportunities for advancement and development.
Position is full time, M-F with the possibility of some extra time.
This is a full-time, non-exempt job.
Hourly wage is $20.50–$22.00 an hour.
Wages and benefits are fair and include medical, dental and vision coverage; three weeks of leave per year and holidays; short-term and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; flexible pre-tax spending plans for eligible health care, dependent care, transportation and parking; and inclusion in the 403(b) pension program.

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