P/Tto F/T Legal Assistant for immigration firm - San Francisco

A small boutique Immigration law firm seeks a part-time to full-time Legal Assistant that has experience in removal cases. We are seeking a person fluent in Spanish and/or Cantonese/Mandarin Office hours are 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 pm (Monday through Friday). The schedule may be flexible. This position will be primarily responsible for providing support to the attorneys and Senior Paralegal through a variety of tasks related to the case work. This role is fully onsite in the office to support attorneys’ ability to file cases. The candidate will have a professional image of representing the firm through in‐person, phone and video interaction. The candidate will be able to multi-task as our firm works various internal and external deadlines. **PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:** Work with the attorney or lead paralegal to: * Obtain documents and information necessary to prepare applications for multiple cases at a time * Perform accurate data entry * Draft support statements and organize documentation for filling * Facilitate work to help attorneys and paralegals in accomplishing the project goals * Perform some legal and internet research * Coordinate with clients to gather required information * Prepare letters and other documents * Update database(s) and utilize case preparation/management tools effectively and efficiently * Run reports to assist in managing own caseload * Ensure all deadlines are met * Provide excellent customer service * Track deadlines **SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES:** General office and support duties including, but not limited to: * Office Manager/Receptionist relief * Photocopies, faxes and document scanning * Retrieve and/or return files * Arranging for pickup and/or physically dropping off mail or overnight packages to USPS, Federal Express, etc. **Qualifications, Skills and Abilities:** * **Attention to detail mandatory.** * Able to learn and effectively implement new processes quickly * Superb organizational skills * Ability to follow instructions and act independently * Ability to manage heavy case‐load and work within strict timelines * Excellent English language skills, both spoken and written and fluent (spoken and written) in the other language (Spanish or Cantonese) * Good writing and editing skills * Strong attention to detail and accuracy * Strong computer skills * Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills * Good case management aptitude and analytical skills * Good independent judgment * Ability to function as part of a team * Works well under pressure and prioritize and balance competing demands **Experience:** * Prior immigration legal experience preferred * Experience working in an office setting preferred * Fluent in another language (reading, writing, spoken) preferred **Minimum Education Level:** * Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university Email resume and cover letter with salary requirements. Please place “Removal Legal Assistant” in the Subject Line. Applications without a cover letter and proper title in Subject Line will not be accepted. Hourly wage depends on experience. Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour Benefits: * Paid sick time Education: * Bachelor's (Required) Experience: * Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred) Work Location: In person