Lincoln-Goldfinch Law - Abogados de Inmigración · 4 weeks ago
Bilingual Legal Assistant (Removal Defense)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expLincoln-Goldfinch Law is an award-winning immigration and bankruptcy law firm based out of Austin, Texas. The Legal Assistant is responsible for providing comprehensive administrative and clerical support to attorneys and clients, focusing on Removal Defense cases within US Immigration, while ensuring effective communication and organization throughout the legal process.
Law Practice
Responsibilities
Maintain accurate, up-to-date records in the firm’s Case Management Software and/or spreadsheets on a daily basis to ensure effective communication across departments
Communicate with courts, USCIS, EOIR, and other government or law enforcement agencies regarding case status updates, records requests, filings, and applicable payments
Draft and prepare legal documents including cover letters, affidavits, declarations, questionnaires, motions, pleadings, and applications in accordance with immigration court and USCIS procedures, with an emphasis on Removal Defense matters
Assist in the preparation and filing of Removal Defense cases, including asylum, cancellation of removal, motions to reopen, motions to terminate, and other court filings, under attorney supervision
Collaborate with attorneys and legal team members to discuss assigned cases, identify next steps, and create action plans to support successful case outcomes
Manage workload efficiently to meet internal service standards and deadlines; escalate issues or blockers as needed
Research and gather country conditions, legal articles, and other relevant sources; organize findings and provide annotated summaries for attorney review
Respond appropriately to unexpected situations such as changes in government policy, court procedures, agency requirements, or case developments
Review, organize, and finalize case files for attorney review, ensuring materials are properly prepared for submission to courts, clients, co-counsel, or opposing counsel
Coordinate with the Office Team to ensure all packets are finalized, filed, and sent in a timely manner
Collaborate with the legal team to respond to complex client inquiries throughout the entire lifecycle of the case
This list is not inclusive of all job duties. Responsibilities may be added, modified, or removed as business needs evolve
Qualification
Required
Associate's Degree in Paralegal Studies or a related field (or equivalent work experience, see below)
Minimum of 2–3 years of experience in a similar legal support or immigration legal assistant role
Demonstrated experience in the legal services industry, with a strong preference for US Immigration Law
Hands-on experience with Removal Defense cases is required
Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is required (written and verbal)
Strong proficiency in learning, adapting to, and troubleshooting new technologies
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills and high attention to detail
Excellent time management skills with the ability to meet strict deadlines
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Ability to prioritize tasks effectively and delegate when appropriate
Ability to perform well in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, and occasionally high-stress environment
Proficiency with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive) or similar software
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree in Legal Studies or a related field
Company
Lincoln-Goldfinch Law - Abogados de Inmigración
Lincoln-Goldfinch Law is an award-winning immigration and bankruptcy law firm based out of Austin, Texas that serves people from all 50 states and from across the globe in both English and Spanish.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Cassandra Pillonel
COO
Cori Hash
Partner
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