Job DescriptionJob DescriptionBilingual Legal AssistantCompensation: Hourly
Employment type: Contract to hireWe are a fast-growing, boutique law firm focused on immigration, criminal and personal injury. We are hiring a Bilingual Paralegal/Legal Assistant in Atlanta, Georgia to handle a variety of immigration cases to include: family based, humanitarian, and consular processing.When our clients call us for help, they’re often going through an emotionally difficult period. We are looking for a rock star to handle a high case volume with experience in all facets of immigration law. If you have never handled immigration cases no need to apply. If you have not completed at minimum 50 immigration applications no need to apply. If you have never gone to USCIS website no need to apply. If you are not familiar with EOIR no need to apply.Our Bilingual Paralegal/Legal Assistant will be able to hit the ground running with tailored training with the position and produce high volume of quality work for multiple immigration clients. We provide our clients the ultimate customer service experience and will require attention to detail, responsiveness with client’s and understanding of all immigration forms. We are looking for someone that is very knowledgeable about the many facets of immigration law.Previous work experience as a paralegal/legal assistant is highly recommended but not mandatory. If you are looking for a short term job this is not the position for you. We are looking for someone that is dedicated to helping people and passionate about their career in the legal field that is looking for stability, if this is you then the position is perfect for you. You must be an optimistic, positive person. Our office does not do well with toxic people or negative attitudes or whiners, complainers, gossipers, martyrs, or victims. You will not fit in here if you even think that you may fit into one of those categories of negative people.We prefer people who are not afraid of computers or learning new things that will make their jobs easier. You must be able to handle working with several different databases of information. You must work with urgency and treat each new case with care. If you aren’t 100% confident managing data and people, you are not the right person for this job. You must be competent and proficient in the use of Google Docs, Gmail and Adobe, at a minimum. If you are familiar with legal case management software and Slack that is a plus.We are fully invested in policies and procedures and systems. We believe in a team approach, where you can ask for help when you need it without fear of being judged. But, at times, you will also need to know how to figure things out on your own and be able to creatively solve problems and come up with solutions. You must be able to think on your feet and make smart decisions. If you can’t think on your feet, please do not apply.Other requirements include the following:Knowledge on preparing a variety of immigration applications to include but not limited to: I-130, I-485, I-765, I-821D, I-821, I-864, DS-260, I-601, I-601A, I-918, I-192, I-90, G-639 and other applications as necessaryKnowledge of responding to request for evidence from USCISKnowledge of office practices, procedures, machines and equipment;Knowledge of correct English and Spanish language usage, spelling, punctuation and legal terminology;Knowledge of the organization and composition of business letters, minutes, reports and numerical and tabular materials.Ability to determine work priorities.Ability to multitask independently and demonstrate sound judgment Ability to multitask independently and demonstrate sound judgmentAbility to execute work assignmentsAbility to pay strong attention to detail and timingKnowledge of the techniques of receiving call, making appointments, giving information and explaining instructions, directions and guidelines.Knowledge of case management software and google calendar;Skilled typing ability and knowledge of personal computers, hardware, software and related applications and systems.Ability to follow instructionsAbility to apply instructions and/or guidelines as appropriate in the performance of management support activities.Ability to pay strong attention to detail and timing as well as excellence that reflects and demonstrate integrity, customer-centered, accountability, respect and excellenceAbility to maintain composure during stressful situations occurring as a result of workloads and/or deadlines.Ability to communicate effectively.Ability to select and apply references such as dictionaries, English usage manuals,Spanish usage manuals, legal references, procedures manuals and computer guides.Ability to use diplomacy and discretion in giving out information and in referring and directing callers and visitors.Ability to skillfully operate word processing equipment and/or personal computers.Ability to transcribe documents from written oral or computer generated formats.Ability to necessary interpret instructions and guidelines in order to make decisions and take actions.Ability to determine work priorities.Ability to multitask independently and demonstrate sound judgmentAbility to execute work assignmentsMost importantly, you need to have compassion when dealing with our clients. You will be the primary contact upon the hiring of the firm in regards to an individuals case. You will need to remain responsive at all times to client’s questions and concerns and provide updates as needed. Weekly status reports on cases will be provided to office management and ability to keep track of work and time will be essential to be successful in position. Your ability to listen to what you are being told and ask follow-up questions is very important. If you cannot listen, understand, evaluate, and work with a high volume of cases, this is not the job for you.To put it simply, we want you to do good work and provide our clients top-notch service to help solve their legal problems. We want people who want to make a positive difference in our little piece of the world.Think you have what it takes to be our next bilingual legal assistant? We provide training, and for the right person, this will be a highly rewarding position. We offer health insurance, performance bonuses, and even 401k with an employer match. If this sounds like a good fit for you, you will need to complete a two-step process in order to be considered. If both steps are not completed, you will not get a response from our hiring team.HOW TO APPLY:To apply for the position at our Firm:Apply on Zip Recruiter and send a message with the followingSubject Line: Type your last name in all caps followed by one adjective that describes you. If this is not done correctly, you will not get a response.In the body of the e-mail, answer the following questions:Why do you want to work as a legal assistant and what is your knowledge in immigration law? You should be detailed in your response, but don’t go over two paragraphs. You should also tell us in another paragraph what you are looking for in a job and why you think you would be a good fit for this firm. In the last paragraph of your cover letter or email, tell us what you liked about our ad and what you did not like about our ad. You can be honest, we will not hold it against you.Thank you for taking the time to read this entire ad, if you decide to apply and follow instructions, we look forward to meeting you.Company DescriptionBoutique law firm focused on immigration, criminal defense and car accident cases. We have a high volume of Spanish speaking client's we cater to and provide superb service to every client we have.Company DescriptionBoutique law firm focused on immigration, criminal defense and car accident cases. We have a high volume of Spanish speaking client's we cater to and provide superb service to every client we have.
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionHere we Grow Again! We are looking for a bilingual legal receptionist to coordinate office activities such as scheduling new client appointments, preparing legal correspondence, docketing cases and maintaining court dockets and diaries and providing information to potential and existing clients. The work requires knowledge of secretarial and office organization. In addition Bilingual Legal Receptionist will do the following duties:Receives and screens visitors and telephone calls in both Spanish and English; responds to inquires on a variety of matters such as scheduling for appointments, the status of pending cases and upcoming court dates.Schedule and arrange client meetings and other meetings as needed;Operates keyboard equipment such as personal computer to docket cases, process information, records notices of hearings and upcoming court dates, correspondence, reports and other data;Operates keyboard equipment to produce general letters to the court and client's regarding case updates as needed;Proofreads and corrects prepared materials for correct grammar, spelling, punctuation, format, syntax and content;Inputs, retrieves, updates and deletes information using computerized databases.Operates standard office equipment such as calculators, copy machines and mailing machine;Ability to work with others and be a team playerMust have "can-do" attitude and a self-starter who knows how to work in a busy environmentAbility to use multiple computer interfaces at the same time to include: Slack, Google Office Suites (Google Docs, Gmail etc.), Lawmatics, Case Management SoftwareQualifications: Minimum of High School graduate or equivalent;Prior office work experience required;Fluent in English and SpanishCompany DescriptionBoutique law firm focused on immigration, criminal defense and car accident cases. We have a high volume of Spanish speaking client's we cater to and provide superb service to every client we have.Company DescriptionBoutique law firm focused on immigration, criminal defense and car accident cases. We have a high volume of Spanish speaking client's we cater to and provide superb service to every client we have.
