Remote Spanish and English Speaking Legal Assistant/ParalegalWe are an immigration law firm looking for a self motivated Immigration 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- Prepare forms/packets to be filed with USCIS and Immigration Court- Administratively support trials- Locate and develop case relevant information- Type up and file basic legal documents and correspondence- Answer and direct phone calls- Collect and process payment from clients- Maintain contact lists- Monitor deadlines and juggle calendars**Skills**- Must be fluent in Spanish and English- Portuguese fluency is a major plus- Working experience as legal assistant or paralegal required- Familiarity with immigration law, legal procedures and protocols, and court system not required, but prefered- Computer literacy- Excellent secretarial and organizational skills- Ability to juggle multiple activities and work under pressureSchedule:- Monday to FridayWork Location: HomePay: $120.00 - $149.00 per hourApplication Question(s):- What is your expected salary?**Education**:- High school or equivalent (preferred)**Experience**:- Microsoft Office: 1 year (preferred)- Immigration law: 1 year (required)- Paralegal: 1 year (required)**Language**:- English (required)- Spanish (required)
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Remote Spanish and English Speaking Immigration