Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New Orleans · 2 months ago
Legal Assistant
Metairie, LA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelCatholic Charities Archdiocese of New Orleans is seeking a Legal Assistant to support Immigration Attorneys in preparing various aspects of clients' immigration cases. The role involves preparing legal applications, conducting intakes, and providing translation and interpretation services, as well as assisting in case preparation and client communication.
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Responsibilities
Provide direct assistance and support to up to 4 immigration attorneys and/or DOJ Representatives
Facilitate communication between the client and the legal provider, which includes: the delivery of interpretation and translation services as needed
Manage client communication from the point of intake throughout the case preparation process, which includes working with clients to gather and prepare case documentation and evidence
Maintain and organize current physical and electronic client files
Document and maintain records of client interactions, ensuring the consistent upkeep of accurate and comprehensive logs
Coordinate client referral to Social Services within our program or to other services provided by the organization
Assist and participate in special projects, immigration legal workshops, and relevant training. Legal Assistants are expected to provide specialized training to staff and external parties, including attorneys
Ensure compliance with program-related grant requirements
Ensure compliance with organization policies and procedures
Additional Administrative tasks to manage: payment collection/invoicing (for Low Bono cases); mailing; calendar and scheduling; office supplies; and a limited amount of phone calls
Qualification
Required
Completely fluent in Spanish and English (written and oral) required
Strong interpersonal and culturally competent communication skills
Respect and sensitivity to people's needs, and a good understanding of immigrant issues
Ability to work independently and to self-manage a substantial workload with deadline pressures
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and multitasking
Must be able to effectively manage a large caseload in a fast-paced environment
Team player, must be able to function as part of a large team
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding all cases and client information
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, and ability to learn immigration database/software
Candidates must complete required background checks and clearances
Preferred
Bachelor's degree strongly preferred
Previous Administrative or office experience preferred
Company
Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New Orleans
Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New Orleans offers English as a Second Language (ESL) and Citizenship classes.
Founded in 1717
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$5MKey Investors
Day One Fund
2018-11-20Grant· $5M
Leadership Team
Gordon Wadge
President & CEO
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