Legal Assistant (DOJ Accredited Representative)

Job Description

Job Description

The Immigration Legal Services Legal Assistant (current DOJ Accredited Representative preferred, or will be required to train with the Immigration Legal Services team to become a DOJ Accredited Representative). This position will assist with affirmative applications including, but not limited to, family-based applications, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), naturalization, citizenship, and E-visa applications.

The Legal Assistant must possess a strong desire to serve the low-income immigrant population and be dedicated to assisting clients toward self-sufficiency and financial independence by providing trustworthy and high-quality immigration services.

Responsibilities

Attending trainings, keeping accurate records of training history, and staying up to date on USCIS and EOIR filing requirements

Maintaining well-documented and organized files

Providing general administrative support, including copying, scanning, mailing, data entry, and translating documents

Other duties as assigned

Skills Required

Current or prior DOJ Accreditation (strongly preferred)

Bachelor’s degree or paralegal certificate

One or more years of experience working for an immigration law firm or equivalent law firm experience

Fluent in English and Spanish (written and oral)

Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects to meet deadlines