What are the responsibilities and job description for the Immigration Legal Assistant position at Ashurova Law P.C.?
Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support our legal team in various practice areas, including Family Law, Environmental Law, and Estate Planning. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills and a passion for the legal field. This role requires proficiency in document management systems and the ability to conduct thorough document reviews.
Duties
- Provide executive administrative support to attorneys, including scheduling appointments, managing calendars, and preparing correspondence.
- Assist in the preparation and filing of legal documents with courts and other relevant entities, including filing the forms for various immigration visas/petitions
- Conduct research using legal databases to gather relevant information for cases.
- Review and organize case files, ensuring all documents are accurately filed within document management systems.
- Draft legal documents, correspondence, and reports as needed.
- Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information while adhering to ethical standards within the legal profession.
- Collaborate with clients to gather necessary information and provide updates on case progress.
Qualifications
- Proven experience as a Legal Assistant or in a similar role within a law firm or legal department is preferred.
- Familiarity with Family Law, Environmental Law, and Estate Planning is highly desirable.
- Proficient in using document management systems such as iManage; experience with Lexis-Nexis is a plus.
- Strong writing skills with the ability to draft clear and concise legal documents.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail are essential for managing multiple cases simultaneously.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- A commitment to maintaining confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
If you are passionate about the law and eager to contribute your skills in a supportive role, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity as a Legal Assistant.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $22.99 per hour
Expected hours: 8 per week
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $23
