What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Clerk position at Lisinski Law Firm?
About The Lisinski Law Firm
Since 2020, Lisinski Law Firm has served as a dedicated humanitarian immigration practice committed to providing meaningful support to individuals and families seeking safety, stability, and a path forward. We frequently stand with clients who have been turned away elsewhere, offering both advocacy and care. Joining our Firm means becoming part of a team devoted to keeping families together and “Changing as Many Lives as Possible.”
Position Purpose
The Legal Clerk will perform administrative tasks to support the Legal and Operations teams with aspects of case flows for all phases in the case handling process. Responsible for updating and organizing case files in the case management system, drafting documents, completing case submissions within deadlines, and performing clerical tasks related to our client’s case.
Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities
20 - 20 USD per hour (Dublin)
Since 2020, Lisinski Law Firm has served as a dedicated humanitarian immigration practice committed to providing meaningful support to individuals and families seeking safety, stability, and a path forward. We frequently stand with clients who have been turned away elsewhere, offering both advocacy and care. Joining our Firm means becoming part of a team devoted to keeping families together and “Changing as Many Lives as Possible.”
Position Purpose
The Legal Clerk will perform administrative tasks to support the Legal and Operations teams with aspects of case flows for all phases in the case handling process. Responsible for updating and organizing case files in the case management system, drafting documents, completing case submissions within deadlines, and performing clerical tasks related to our client’s case.
Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities
- Maintain and organize all client-related documents in the case management system and on-site storage locations to ensure smooth processing and retrieval.
- Review and manage USCIS and/or immigration court documents including RFEs, NOIDs, Interview Notices, Denials, judges’ orders and receipts, and DHS notices.
- Receive high-capacity incoming mail sent via scanned document from in-person Legal Clerk team and support required tasks including uploading into case file in case management system, updating notes, or launching task set. Ensure deadlines are met for responding are adhered to, in order to meet USCIS deadlines.
- Notify internal departments of case submission, case receipts, and other documents received from the government in order to ensure no missed appointments or deadlines are missed during the immigration process.
- Provide clerical work including updating cover letters, preparing shipping labels, and sending requests to local and federal government agencies.
- Utilize software to merge, create, and upload documents to shared drives or case management system.
- Responsible for creating accurate labels to support various steps in the process including case submissions, signature packets, biometric notices, and FBI requests. Ensure that labels are in compliance, free of errors, and avoid any delays in the legal process.
- Receive USCIS application forms from clients, review for completeness and accuracy, and initiate further action as necessary.
- Prepare immigration applications including paying filing fees, submitting application, and uploading proof of receipt.
- Highschool diploma or equivalent experience
- Bilingual (Spanish English) C1 - Preferred
- Prior experience in an immigration legal environment, law office, or administrative setting preferred
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
- Meticulous focus on accuracy and outstanding organizational skills.
- Proven ability to work independently and proactively
- Ability to solve problems independently or with the support of leadership
- Ability to work as part of a team in a collaborative manner
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
20 - 20 USD per hour (Dublin)