Legal Assistant

Hispanic American Legal Services, Ltd is an Immigration and nationality firm in Illinois, specialized in providing a full range of immigration law services to individual clients, seeks a legal assistant.

It is important to note that this Legal Assistant position is a full-time job that requires a strong commitment from the candidate. If you are considering continuing your studies or pursuing other opportunities in the near future, we kindly ask that you do not apply for this position.

We are looking for someone who is dedicated and committed to growing with our firm and contributing to our success over the long term. Our clients depend on our team to provide consistent and reliable legal services, and we need a Legal Assistant who can fulfill this responsibility with professionalism and enthusiasm.

If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career in immigration law and are willing to make a long-term commitment to our firm, we encourage you to apply for this position. Spanish language is required.

The duties include

Administrative Duties:

• Answer and return the law firm’s phone calls, while maintaining a positive relationship
• Qualify and screen consultation callers
• Timely reply to e-mails
• Confer with attorney & follow up with assigned tasks
• Digitally scan mail, file into client e-files
• Maintain a daily call log, if necessary
• Digitally scan application filing packets, prepare mailing labels, package for mailing, and deliver to USPS/FedEx
• Issue document lists and question lists to newly retained clients
• Collect, organize, and e-file client documents
• Monitor outstanding documents
• physically assemble application/petition filing packets, including supporting evidence and letters, for attorney review
• Draft cover letters for U visas, Vawa, waivers
• Work with moderate supervision and guidance and be accountable for your individual results
• monitor deadlines and priority dates.
• Follow up with clients regarding documentation or pending information.
• Follo up with clients about the status of their cases

Qualified candidates must have a commitment to hard work, attention to detail, excellent writing, excellent communication, and organization. We offer competitive salaries plus a pleasant working environment.

Spanish language is a requirement and one year of experience in immigration

The salary range for this Legal Assistant position is between $40,000 to $50,000 per year, depending on the candidate's level of experience and qualifications.

We recognize the value of our employees and are committed to providing fair and equitable compensation based on their skills and experience. We also offer opportunities for professional development and growth within the firm.

If you have the necessary skills and experience to succeed in this role, we encourage you to apply for this position.

Benefits include (but not limited to):

Health, paid time off, and birthday off after orientation period
Additional future benefits will accrue (401K, dental, vision)
All interviews and inquiries will be kept FULLY CONFIDENTIAL
Submit your resume in PDF format, which must list 2-3 references
Specific Requirements:
10:00 to 6:0pm, M-F, 9:00-2:00 every other Saturday
Ability to focus on efficiency to prioritize and meet competing deadlines/demands in a fast-paced work environment
Self-motivated, able to work independently in an office setting
Honest person with integrity and professionalism during pressure
Loves helping people, devoted to going above and beyond for clients
Excellent writing and grammar skills
Well versed in technology and can grasp emerging innovations, specifically able to use Windows OS (we do not use Mac), Microsoft Office, scanning documents & PDF organizing
Detail oriented & highly organized
Open minded and willing to adapt or be versatile as the law firm expands

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Weekends as needed
• Weekends only

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Language:

• Spanish (Required)

Work Location: In person