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Job Title: Legal Clerk
Job Description
We are seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Legal Clerk to support a growing immigration law team in a high-volume, fast-paced environment. This role begins as a 13-week contract position with strong potential to convert to a full-time role based on attendance, performance, and overall team fit. The position focuses heavily on mail processing, document organization, and administrative support, with opportunities to grow into a lead role and to take on additional responsibilities over time.
Responsibilities
This is an onsite position, Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with a 30-minute lunch break. The work takes place in both a mailroom and a main operations area within an immigration law office, involving significant time handling physical documents, working at a desk, and using computers, Microsoft Office (especially Excel), and case management software. The environment is fast-paced and high volume, with repetitive tasks that require sustained focus and accuracy. The dress code is business casual, with jeans permitted on Fridays for Casual Friday. The team culture emphasizes professionalism, respect, and collaboration, with several group lunches and activities as well as quarterly team outings. The role is contract-to-hire, offering the opportunity for long-term growth and the potential to move into a lead position for high-performing, reliable team members.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Dublin, OH.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/hr.
Requirements
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
This is a fully onsite position in Dublin,OH.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 29, 2026.
About Aston Carter
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
Job Description
We are seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Legal Clerk to support a growing immigration law team in a high-volume, fast-paced environment. This role begins as a 13-week contract position with strong potential to convert to a full-time role based on attendance, performance, and overall team fit. The position focuses heavily on mail processing, document organization, and administrative support, with opportunities to grow into a lead role and to take on additional responsibilities over time.
Responsibilities
- Sort, open, and process high volumes of incoming mail in a timely and accurate manner.
- Review incoming client case documents and identify case types according to established guidelines.
- Alphabetize, organize, and file physical and electronic documents using the firm’s filing systems.
- Update tracking sheets and case information within the case management system and Excel spreadsheets.
- Provide administrative support to the immigration law team, including data entry and document handling.
- Maintain high standards of accuracy, consistency, and attention to detail while performing repetitive tasks.
- Work in both the mailroom and main operations area as needed to support daily workflow.
- Demonstrate flexibility by being cross-trained on multiple job functions and assisting where needed each day.
- Communicate clearly and professionally with team members and leadership.
- Follow established procedures and respond positively to feedback to continuously improve performance.
- Maintain strong attendance, punctuality, and reliability to support team operations.
- Adhere to confidentiality and professional standards when handling client documents and case information.
- Three or more years of administrative experience.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy in a fast-paced, repetitive work environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to process high volumes of mail and documents efficiently while maintaining quality standards.
- Ability to be cross-trained on multiple job functions and adapt to changing daily needs.
- Basic Microsoft Office skills, including familiarity with Excel.
- Comfort using computers and case management or similar software systems.
- Experience with filing systems and document organization.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Demonstrated reliability, punctuality, and strong attendance.
- Previous experience in a law firm is a plus, particularly in immigration or related practice areas.
- Previous mailroom or file clerk experience is preferred.
- Experience working with case management software is beneficial.
- Proven ability to work well within a team and show respect for leadership and colleagues.
- Openness to feedback and a willingness to learn new tasks and responsibilities.
- Interest in growing into a lead role as performance and experience increase.
This is an onsite position, Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with a 30-minute lunch break. The work takes place in both a mailroom and a main operations area within an immigration law office, involving significant time handling physical documents, working at a desk, and using computers, Microsoft Office (especially Excel), and case management software. The environment is fast-paced and high volume, with repetitive tasks that require sustained focus and accuracy. The dress code is business casual, with jeans permitted on Fridays for Casual Friday. The team culture emphasizes professionalism, respect, and collaboration, with several group lunches and activities as well as quarterly team outings. The role is contract-to-hire, offering the opportunity for long-term growth and the potential to move into a lead position for high-performing, reliable team members.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Dublin, OH.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/hr.
Requirements
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
This is a fully onsite position in Dublin,OH.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 29, 2026.
About Aston Carter
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
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