Legal Assistant

The Law Offices of Sunita Kapoor, PC is currently looking to hire a motivated and well-organized Legal Assistant to our team. We are searching for a driven individual with strong interpersonal abilities who can work independently. Hindi proficiency is preferred. The ideal applicant will be 1-2 years experienced in immigration law and will provide our committed team with invaluable support and insights. We encourage you to apply if you have a strong interest in immigration law and work well in a team.

Position Overview: Legal Assistant

Work hours: Mon – Fri from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.

As a Legal Assistant, you will play a pivotal role, collaborating directly with attorneys and clients. Your responsibilities extend beyond traditional secretarial duties to encompass various aspects of case preparation. The ideal candidate should have 1-2 years of immigration experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and file diverse petitions, covering immigrant and non-immigrant visa petitions, adjustment of status applications, consular processing, waivers, asylum, employment-based, investment-based cases, and naturalization.
• Collect facts and documentation in support of petitions.
• Draft correspondence on procedural matters, status updates, and supportive letters for petitions.
• Conduct legal research.
• Provide exceptional customer service to clients and potential clients.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Familiarity with immigration procedures and processes.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, staying focused on deadlines.
• Capability to work independently on multiple projects.
• Exceptional organizational and proofreading skills.
• Detail-oriented with a professional demeanor.
• Trustworthy, with excellent references.
• Team player with strong computer and internet research skills.
• Proficiency in office software such as MS Office, Adobe Reader, Skype, etc.
• Willingness to learn and use immigration case management software and advanced office equipment.
• In-depth knowledge of legal terminology and principles (preferred).
• Passion for assisting people.

Salary: To be discussed as per the candidate’s experience.

To be considered for this opportunity, please email your cover letter, resume, and salary history/requirement with the title ‘Legal Assistant’ in the subject to Law@sunitakapoor.com. Join us on our journey of making a positive impact in immigration law!