Experience
1 yrs required
Location
Atlanta, GA, United States
Posted on
Sep 18, 2020
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Immigration Paralegal Assistant
The candidate will provides assistance to attorneys by performing complex and clerical tasks, and working collaboratively and cooperatively with others in a team-oriented environment. This position supports a set of attorneys as a primary assignment and supports the paralegals as assigned. Assist attorneys and paralegals with research projects, responses to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (“USCIS”) Requests for Evidence, FOIA requests, and reports. Assists attorneys and paralegals with submitting Service Requests to USCIS for petitions that are outside normal processing times. Assists in I-9 audits by printing I-9s, supporting documents, and maintaining spreadsheets. Assists in USDOJ audits by printing and organizing documents. Sends questionnaires, and receipt, biometric, interview and approval notices to clients through INSZoom immigration portal. Prints completed questionnaires and documents from INSZoom immigration portal. Organizes files for paralegals. Prints, compiles, proof reads work visa and permanent residence petitions completed by paralegals for attorney review. Prepares Congressional inquiries. Prepares and prints filing fee checks. Displays good judgment in handling confidential information. Organized, detail-oriented and able to prioritize work appropriately. Maintains an exceptional customer service attitude and demeanor at all times. Flexible and willing to pitch in wherever needed; always reflects a “can do” attitude. Takes ownership; gets the job done without the need for prodding or supervision. Adapts well to fluctuations in workload and changes in responsibilities. Able to juggle multiple assignments and/or deadlines while maintaining a professional demeanor and timely seeks assistance when needed. Maintains a professional demeanor in high-stress situations. Effectively and professionally communicates with clients, opposing counsel, vendors, and firm personnel through concise and accurate written communications. Answers questions clearly and thoroughly. Attendance & Punctuality: Be consistently at work and on time; arrive at meetings and appointments on time; ensure work responsibilities are covered when absent are required. Communication: Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills are required. Customer Service: Respond promptly to attorney and client requests for service and assistance; meet commitments are required. Follow instructions; complete tasks on time; commit to the hours necessary to complete assignments; work independently. Approach others in a tactful manner; treat others with respect; react well under pressure are required. Possess basic PC skills; ability to use: phone system including voicemail and conference calling; copier; scanner; fax; and printer; and a working knowledge of time entry systems. Possesses good clerical skills including typing, word processing, mail and contact management, spreadsheets, and presentations. Must be proficient in Outlook, Excel and Adobe Acrobat are required.
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