Administrative Assistant

Burr & Forman LLP has an immediate opening in our Bluffton, SC office for a full-time, administrative assistant for the Immigration Practice Group. This role will assist in the administrative duties involved with the preparation and processing of visa and green card petitions filed with various government agencies and other related duties.

KEY CONTRIBUTIONS

• Prepare petitions for filing, update filings and various records in document management system
• Scan and create merged pdf's of all petitions and documents sent to USCIS
• Scan and save mail into Document Management System
• Prepare correspondence, I-797 approval letters, client engagement letters, e-mails, and other materials
• Enter and edit Attorney's billable time
• Other responsibilities as needed
  
  

The Essentials

• A high school diploma or equivalent and relevant work experience required; a college degree is preferred.
• Professional appearance and demeanor with commitment to providing exceptional client-service.
• Highly organized, detail-orientated, proactive with a desire to take ownership.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Balance competing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment, exercising patience and professionalism during stressful situations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to lift and/or transport materials weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Some overtime may be required
  
  

Additional Information

Burr & Forman LLP provides a wide range of benefits designed to support our employees and families including comprehensive health insurance, dental and vision insurance, group term life and disability insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan and retirement planning services, paid time off, and free wellness and mental health services among other benefits.

The salary range for this position reflects a reasonable estimate of the range of compensation. Actual compensation is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to, education, work experience, geographic location, skills and competencies, industry knowledge, job responsibilities, market considerations and other business considerations.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Burr & Forman is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to recruiting, hiring, developing, and promoting lawyers and staff without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, military and protected veteran status, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sex stereotyping, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

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