Legal Clerk- Contract (3 Months)

The Lisinski Law Firm•Dublin, OH

3d•$20

About The Position

Your Key Contributions: Print case document packets to be sent to the USCIS for review. Prepare Passport pictures to accompany all case packets. Organize and utilize tabs for required areas of packet that need to be signed by client. Manage and sort a high volume of incoming mail, ensuring appropriate action is taken based on type, priority and client, in order to meet USCIS deadlines. Send out a high volume of client communications in a timely manner. Prepare shipping labels using third-party software. Maintain accurate records within the case management system as well as physical filing system. For virtual clients, manage the client fingerprint retrieval process. Submit outgoing records requests (FOIA and FBI) with local and federal law enforcement agencies. Additional administrative duties including filing, scanning, and copying. What Makes You a Great Fit: Education and Experience: Highschool diploma or equivalent experience Expertise: Previous customer service or office experience required Immigration Law: Previous legal assistance or immigration law experience preferred Technical Skills: Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software including Dropbox, Sharepoint, or CRM Communication Skills: Possesses excellent English interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal; prefer bilingual in Spanish Organizational skills: Ruthless attention to detail and excellent organizational skills Multitasking: Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment Adaptability: Proven ability to work independently and proactively Compliance: Ability to solve problem independently or with the support of leadership Collaboration: Ability to work as part of a team in a collaborative manner How You'll Benefit : Compensation: $20/hour Our Firm At Lisinski Law Firm , the same dedication we show our clients is reflected in how we support and empower our team. LLF is a workplace where employees are supported by peers, heard by leadership, and uplifted by a collaborative team environment. Whether you’re joining our Marketing, Information Technology, Accounting, or Legal teams, your contributions are essential. Every role at LLF plays a vital part in creating meaningful, lasting impact in the lives of those we serve. Our Values At Lisinski Law Firm, our values drive us with passion for the families we support as a client-centered firm, united by our mission with impact to keep families together through dedicated representation. Guided by unity and teamwork , we provide clear and consistent communication, so every person feels informed and supported. We are recognized for our excellence in difficult cases , where unconventional thinking and creative solutions allow us to deliver high quality service and achieve meaningful results for the families we serve.

Requirements

Highschool diploma or equivalent experience
Previous customer service or office experience required
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software including Dropbox, Sharepoint, or CRM
Possesses excellent English interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
Ruthless attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Proven ability to work independently and proactively
Ability to solve problem independently or with the support of leadership
Ability to work as part of a team in a collaborative manner

Nice To Haves

Previous legal assistance or immigration law experience preferred
prefer bilingual in Spanish

Responsibilities

Print case document packets to be sent to the USCIS for review.
Prepare Passport pictures to accompany all case packets.
Organize and utilize tabs for required areas of packet that need to be signed by client.
Manage and sort a high volume of incoming mail, ensuring appropriate action is taken based on type, priority and client, in order to meet USCIS deadlines.
Send out a high volume of client communications in a timely manner.
Prepare shipping labels using third-party software.
Maintain accurate records within the case management system as well as physical filing system.
For virtual clients, manage the client fingerprint retrieval process.
Submit outgoing records requests (FOIA and FBI) with local and federal law enforcement agencies.
Additional administrative duties including filing, scanning, and copying.