Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Immigration Caseworker to join our legal team. The ideal candidate will play a vital role in managing immigration cases, providing administrative support, and ensuring accurate documentation. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where organizational skills, research abilities, and legal drafting expertise are essential. The Immigration Caseworker will be responsible for assisting clients through various immigration processes, preparing legal documents, and maintaining case files with precision and professionalism.
Responsibilities
- Manage and track multiple immigration cases using case management software such as iManage and LexisNexis.
- Conduct thorough research on immigration laws, policies, and case precedents to support case development.
- Draft legal documents, affidavits, and correspondence with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Assist clients by conducting interviews to gather necessary information for case preparation.
- Perform data entry tasks ensuring all case information is correctly recorded and updated.
- Proofread all documents for grammatical accuracy, consistency, and compliance with legal standards.
- Organize and file case documents systematically, maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Communicate effectively with clients via phone or written correspondence, demonstrating excellent phone etiquette.
- Support project management efforts by coordinating deadlines, preparing reports, and tracking progress of cases.
- Collaborate with attorneys and other team members to ensure timely completion of case-related tasks.
Requirements
- Proven experience in administrative roles within a legal or immigration setting is preferred.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously.
- Excellent proofreading, writing skills, and attention to detail.
- Familiarity with legal research or case management.
- Experience in interviewing clients and gathering relevant information efficiently.
- Knowledge of legal drafting standards related to immigration law.
- Proficiency in data entry, filing systems, and clerical tasks with high accuracy.
- Good research skills to stay updated on current immigration policies and procedures.
- Strong communication skills with professional phone etiquette.
- Ability to handle sensitive information discreetly while maintaining confidentiality. This role provides an engaging opportunity for individuals passionate about immigration law to contribute meaningfully while developing their legal and administrative expertise in a supportive environment.
Pay: $17.60-$18.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
