Legal Assistant - Immigration Paralegal at Jobisite / America Jobs

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Legal Assistant - Immigration Paralegal

at Jobisite in Utah

Job Summary:

The Immigration Paralegal will assist Immigration attorney by providing clerical and research support services including document preparation and review; interviewing clients and witnesses; research, investigations, fact checking; and case preparation.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
--- None.

Duties/Responsibilities:
--- Meets with immigration attorney, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects.
--- Drafts legal documents including routine pleadings and motions, affidavits, and interrogatories; files motions and pleadings according to judicial procedures.
--- Researches and analyzes statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions, and other legal sources; provides written analysis to attorneys.
--- Interviews clients and witnesses and prepares summaries of their statements.
Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files, which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, exhibits, and other items.
--- Assists attorneys with trial preparation, which may include attending trials and hearings.
--- Develops and maintains records regarding billable hours spent on specific cases.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:
--- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
--- Bilingual English and Spanish is A MUST
--- Understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters.
--- High case volume experience in employment or family-based immigration is a MUST
--- Ability to work a 12 pm to 8 pm MST schedule at least 3 days a week and 1 weekend day.
--- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
--- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
--- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
--- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
--- Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
--- Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment.
--- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:
--- Associate degree in Paralegal Studies or related field required,
--- Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies or related field preferred.
--- Paralegal certificate accepted but not required.
--- Immigration paralegal experience PREFERRED.

Physical Requirements:
--- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
--- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
--- Ability to work a 12 pm to 8 pm MST schedule at least 3 days a week and 1 weekend day
--- MUST BE PHYSICALLY IN THE UNITED STATES
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