We are a small, friendly Immigration law firm looking for a self motivated Legal assistant to ensure smooth running of the office and effective case management. You will provide a broad spectrum of legal services under the supervision of an attorney.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to lawyer and enhance office effectiveness
• Handle communication with clients, witnesses etc.
• Conduct investigations and statistical/documentary research
• Locate and develop case relevant information
• Type up and file basic legal documents and correspondence
• Answer and direct phone calls
• Maintain contact lists
• Monitor deadlines and juggle calendars

Skills

• Proven working experience as legal assistant or legal secretary is a plus but not necessary
• Familiarity with law, legal procedures and protocols, and court system is a plus but not necessary
• Satisfactory knowledge of day-to-day operations of a legal office
• Computer literacy
• Proficiency in English and Spanish
• Excellent secretarial and organizational skills
• Ability to juggle multiple activities and work under pressure

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location: In person