Legal Assistant

The Nemecek Firm, Ltd.•Columbus, OH

5d•$20 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The Nemecek Firm is seeking an organized and compassionate Immigration Legal Assistant to support attorneys and manage immigration matters from intake through filing and follow-up. The position is client-facing and involves gathering and organizing information, preparing legal documents, tracking deadlines, and helping cases progress efficiently. The Firm handles removal defense, asylum, family immigration, employment immigration, naturalization, and corporate immigration compliance for individuals, families, and businesses throughout the United States and abroad. This is a full-time, in-person position based in downtown Columbus, Ohio. The regular schedule is 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. The anticipated hourly pay range is $22.00 to $24.00; starting pay depends on relevant experience, education, training, language proficiency, technical knowledge, and other job-related qualifications.

Requirements

Be organized, accurate, and attentive to detail.
Communicate clearly and professionally by phone and in writing.
Work compassionately and respectfully with clients from different backgrounds.
Manage multiple cases, deadlines, client communications, and competing priorities.
Exercise good judgment, document work, and recognize when a question or concern should be escalated.
Work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and other Firm associates.
Be proficient with Microsoft Office and comfortable learning new applications or systems.
Use technology responsibly while protecting confidential information.

Nice To Haves

Experience in immigration law, a law firm, or another legal support position.
Experience preparing immigration forms, working with government agencies, or using legal case management systems.
Bilingual ability in English and another language; bilingual candidates receive priority consideration.

Responsibilities

Prepare engagement letters and coordinate their completion with clients.
Prepare initial motions, forms, correspondence, and supporting documentation under attorney supervision.
Communicate with clients to collect information, explain next steps, and follow up on outstanding items.
Review client information and documents for completeness, consistency, and accuracy.
Create and maintain organized client files and enter accurate information into the Firm’s case management system.
Track outstanding engagement letters, required documents, and initial filing deadlines to keep the retention process moving.
Coordinate with attorneys and other Firm associates to ensure a smooth transition from retaining the Firm to ongoing case work.
Support scheduling, correspondence, data entry, and other administrative responsibilities.
Translate documents or assist with client communications when qualified and needed.