Tbwa Chiat/Day Inc
Affirmative Asylum Legal Assistant Los Angeles, CA
Tbwa Chiat/Day Inc, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
The Matian Firm is looking for an Immigration Legal Assistant to join our growing Affirmative Asylum team. You will report directly to the Affirmative Asylum Attorney. The ideal candidate will possess excellent customer service and case management skills. We're looking for someone with knowledge of the immigration court procedures, affirmative asylum, and bond proceedings. This Legal Assistant will participate in all aspects of our court cases, including assisting in the management of client relationships, case review, analysis, preparation and filing of I-589 applications.
Responsibilities
Analyze case documents and prepare affirmative asylum applications for filing with the Asylum Office.Prepare clients for their asylum interview.Oversee cases through utilization of case management and billing systems to meet both internal and external deadlines.Follow internal office procedures.Make regular updates to our case management system including client information, case tracking information, and client communications.Maintain electronic files and documents to document all activity on behalf of clients.Ensure that clients are kept informed on the progress of their cases.Assist attorneys and other team members to manage caseload.Complete daily assignments and communicate case progress on a weekly basis.Qualifications
At least 1 year of affirmative asylum experience.Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred, but not required.Knowledge of Family-Based Petitions, Humanitarian, Citizenship, and other USCIS applications is preferred, but not required.Experience with Case Management Softwares, such as Clio and Airtable, preferred.Pay - $20.00-$30.00, depending on experience.The Matian Firm, APC is an equal employment opportunity employer, and we welcome everyone regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or genetics. We're dedicated to providing an inclusive, open, and diverse work environment.
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Responsibilities
Analyze case documents and prepare affirmative asylum applications for filing with the Asylum Office.Prepare clients for their asylum interview.Oversee cases through utilization of case management and billing systems to meet both internal and external deadlines.Follow internal office procedures.Make regular updates to our case management system including client information, case tracking information, and client communications.Maintain electronic files and documents to document all activity on behalf of clients.Ensure that clients are kept informed on the progress of their cases.Assist attorneys and other team members to manage caseload.Complete daily assignments and communicate case progress on a weekly basis.Qualifications
At least 1 year of affirmative asylum experience.Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred, but not required.Knowledge of Family-Based Petitions, Humanitarian, Citizenship, and other USCIS applications is preferred, but not required.Experience with Case Management Softwares, such as Clio and Airtable, preferred.Pay - $20.00-$30.00, depending on experience.The Matian Firm, APC is an equal employment opportunity employer, and we welcome everyone regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or genetics. We're dedicated to providing an inclusive, open, and diverse work environment.
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