What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Receptionist/Administrative Assistant position at The Law Offices of Guillermo D. Uriarte?
About Us:
The Law Offices of Guillermo D. Uriarte is a fast-paced, high-volume immigration law firm dedicated to providing exceptional legal services to our diverse client base. We are seeking a bilingual (English/Spanish) receptionist to be the welcoming face of our firm. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow within the legal field, with potential training to advance into a paralegal role.
Responsibilities:
- Answer and manage high-volume phone calls with professionalism and efficiency.
- Greet clients and visitors, ensuring a professional first impression.
- Schedule appointments, maintain calendars, and coordinate meetings.
- Handle client inquiries, providing basic information and directing them appropriately.
- Assist with intake forms and gather necessary documents from clients.
- Maintain office organization and assist attorneys and paralegals with administrative tasks.
- Perform data entry, file management, and other clerical duties as needed.
Requirements:
- Fluent in both English and Spanish (spoken and written).
- Excellent communication and people skills; must be professional, patient, and empathetic.
- Ability to handle high call volumes and multitask efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and experience with office phone systems.
- Prior experience in a law firm, customer service, or administrative role is preferred.
- Interest in immigration law and willingness to receive training for potential career growth into a paralegal role.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $21.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Ability to Commute:
- Falls Church, VA 22041 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Falls Church, VA 22041: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $21