Legal Staff Paralegal in Arlington, VA

Law Firm

Arlington, VA

Legal Staff Paralegal in Arlington, VA

Legal Staff

No

Legal Assistant

Job Title:
Legal Assistant

Job Responsibilities:
- Assure all mailings are accounted for and accurately updated in the case management system and databases.
- Utilize web-based immigration case management system and database continuously and accurately.
- Scan, file, mail, and maintain physical files and supporting documentation.
- Open or close records/cases in the case management system; maintain all records as requested by the supervisor.
- Create PAFs and withdrawals in addition to scanning and filing petitions.
- Meet assigned deadlines and communicate case progress/status/issues to supervisor.
- Follow up with clients for outstanding documentation.
- Maintain client contact information.
- Update and manage status reports.
- Build knowledge of the law firm and client processes.
- Learn procedural and processing requirements for various types of non-immigrant and immigrant visa petitions and applications (such as drafting and assembling non-immigrant and immigrant petitions and applications).
- Work closely with other Coordinators and Attorneys across multiple departments within the law firm and your own team.
- Monitor internal systems to ensure immediate processing and high-level customer service standards.
- Assist attorneys in preparing visa package documentation for employees to attend visa stamping appointments abroad.
- Contribute to the development of the law firm’s processes to simplify work, standardize procedures, and help the team operate more efficiently and effectively.

Education and Experience Information:
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize and balance competing demands and meet deadlines in a fast-paced high volume professional services environment.
- Experience with document scanning and data entry.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, and Google Docs.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to communicate effectively at all levels in person, by phone, and by email.
- Proven experience in handling multiple deliverables efficiently, with strong time management and prioritization skills while supporting various tasks simultaneously.
- Very strong organizational skills and excellent attention to detail.
- Extensive file and document management experience.
- Show interest in expanding knowledge and responsibilities in casework preparation.
- Demonstrate flexibility and initiative regarding assignments for self and team.
- Must be a team player as well as self-motivated and committed to excellence in the workplace.

Salary Information:
Salary Range: $40, - $45, per year

Benefits:
- Casual work attire
- Paid time off, mental health days, parental leave, holidays, bereavement leave, and jury duty leave
- Affordable medical/Rx, dental, and vision plans
- Monthly parking and commuting subsidy
- Firm-provided short-term and long-term disability and group life/AD&D insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Employee referral program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)