DM Legal · 2 months ago
In- Office Legal Assistant
Iselin, US
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$40K/yr - $50K/yrDalal & Mehta LLC is a New Jersey-based immigration law firm providing compassionate legal services. They are seeking a dedicated in-office Legal Assistant to manage administrative operations, support attorneys, and ensure smooth client experiences.
Law Practice
Responsibilities
Greet and assist clients visiting the office with professionalism and empathy
Manage walk-ins for payments: issue receipts, collect signatures for retainers, and inform the virtual team
Take photocopies of documents during consultations and maintain organized copies in client files
Personally drive to Walgreens (approximately 15 minutes from the office) to obtain client passport photos when needed
Maintain a welcoming and organized reception area at all times
Handle incoming calls, emails, and visitor inquiries promptly and courteously
Create, label, and organize physical client files and case folders
Assemble prepared application packets for USCIS, NVC, EOIR, and other immigration agencies. Production team will send them to you electronically to be readied and mailed out
Mail out application packages, retainers, and correspondence via USPS, FedEx, or courier service
Process daily mail — open, date-stamp, scan and upload to virtual team database, and file correspondence into the appropriate case folders
Review incoming mail and communicate case updates to clients as directed by attorneys or paralegals
In emergencies, drive to local courier offices (within 15 minutes) to ensure same-day or time-sensitive deliveries
Coordinate with the remote legal team when walk-in clients arrive or urgent matters arise
Maintain the office calendar with the team — track attorney appointments, filing deadlines, and client meetings
Log and monitor all physical and electronic submissions
Manage office supplies and maintain inventory of mailing and filing materials
Support attorneys with scheduling, data entry, and administrative requests
Uphold confidentiality and professionalism in handling all client information
Qualification
Required
Fluency in Hindi and/or Gujarati is required
Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook); ability to learn legal CRMs (Lawmatics, Docketwise)
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required
Professional, positive, and client-oriented demeanor
Preferred
Prior experience in a law firm or professional administrative environment preferred
Company
DM Legal
Our law office offers 43 years of combined immigration and family law experience.
Founded in 2002
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Pooja Mehta, Esq.
CEO & Owner
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