Legal Secretary jobs in Hattiesburg, MS

Mecham Law Firm, a full-service boutique immigration law firm, is seeking an experienced Immigration Paralegal or secretary in Gulfport, MS.

Position Summary: The Paralegal will prepare immigration paperwork for timely filing with various agencies and courts. Work in a fast-based, collaborative team-oriented environment with extensive phone and email client contact. Utilize firm resources and other available case management tools to prioritize, monitor, and successfully manage a caseload. This is a customer-service focused role providing a high level of service to our clients.

Requirements or Qualifications:

• Bilingual Candidates preferred (English/Spanish).
• Experience with Immigration Court, Family Petitions, Waivers, Consular Process and/or Asylum preferred.
• Proven ability to handle confidential information, personal integrity, excellent judgement and high ethical standards.
• Demonstrated strong communication, organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Ability to dive into complex, ambiguous situations and bring them to an effective resolution.
• Proven ability to multitask in a fast-paced, high-volume office environment with competing demands.
• Must be passionate and positive about immigration.
• Annual performance bonuses and salary increases (start pay is flexible based upon experience)

Mecham Law Firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy); sexual orientation; gender identity and/or expression; age; disability; genetic information, citizenship status; military service obligations or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person