Description National immigration law firm has an immediate opening for an entry level Legal Assistant! This Legal Assistant will perform challenging, substantive legal work with a focus on preparing immigration applications. The firm provides comprehensive training and support to ensure your success, including ongoing workshops, legal practice meetings, and a client service team structure that facilitates mentoring from senior professionals. This is a great opportunity for individuals looking to build a rewarding career in immigration law and the legal field. This Legal Assistant must be able to work on-site full-time in San Jose, CA. The ideal candidate will be a recent college graduate or have 1-2+ years of experience working in the legal field.Responsibilities:
Perform high volume data entry accurately and efficiently.
Organize and maintain legal documents detailing eligibility for visa classification.
Handle clerical tasks such as copying, printing, and scanning documents.
Create electronic and physical client files for efficient case management.
Track and monitor the status of immigration cases, ensuring timely updates.
Circulate incoming mail according to specified procedures.
Learn to analyze case documents and prepare immigration applications for filing.
Draft specialized support letters detailing eligibility for visa classification and other immigration benefits.
Interface with corporate representatives and foreign nationals.
Participate in legal practice meetings and alerts for updates on current events, advanced topics, and client relationship building skills.
Projects as assigned.
Requirements
Qualifications:
Bachelors degree OR 1-2+ years of legal experience is required.
Must be willing to work on-site; remote work is not optional for this opportunity.
Ability to start working immediately.
Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.© 2024 Robert Half. Robert Half is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. Robert Half project lawyers do not constitute a law firm among themselves. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https:///www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .
