Remote Deferred Action Legal Assistant

The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC, is looking for a Remote Deferred Action Legal Assistant to join our growing Immigration department. You will report directly to the Immigration Supervisors. The ideal candidate will possess excellent customer service and case management skills. We\'re looking for someone with knowledge of Deferred Action. This paralegal will participate in all aspects of our cases, including assisting in the management of client relationships, case review, analysis, preparation, and filing of applications and petitions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare forms, letters, documents, and correspondence for attorney review.
• Deferred Action
• Maintain extensive communication with clients to provide case status and outstanding customer service.
• Oversee the status of cases through the utilization of case management systems, including CLIO and Airtable.
• Make regular updates to our case management systems, including client information, case tracking information, and client communications.
• Complete assignments and communicate case status to the Legal Supervisor.
• Demonstrate strategic thinking and initiative concerning case assignments.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of Immigration Law experience.
• Knowledge of Deferred Action.
• Experience with Case Management Software

Come be a part of our growing firm and its opportunities for your career development. You will learn and develop alongside a team of professionals who aim to excel in the legal industry.

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