Legal Assistant

ERICKSON IMMIGRATION GROUP•Arlington, VA

25d•$45,000 - $50,000•Onsite

About The Position

Erickson Immigration Group (EIG) is a full-service, premium business immigration law firm. We pride ourselves on a "Perfect Plus" customer experience through trust, honesty, transparency, and availability to our clients. We currently have a career opportunity for a business immigration Legal Assistant to join our team in our headquarters office located in Arlington, VA. This is a fully onsite position.

Requirements

Experience with document scanning and data entry
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, and Google Docs
Demonstrated ability to prioritize and balance competing demands and meet deadlines in a fast-paced high volume professional services environment.
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.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience

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 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 Paralegals and Attorneys across multiple departments within the firm and your own team.
Monitor internal systems to ensure immediate processing and high-level customer service standards.
Contribute to the development of the firm’s processes to simplify work, standardize procedures, and help the team operate more efficiently and effectively.