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Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP · 2 days ago

Legal Assistant – Pro Bono Humanitarian Immigration

New York, United States

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$65K/yr - $75K/yr

Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP is an elite global law firm known for its exceptional legal services. The Legal Assistant – Pro Bono Humanitarian Immigration will support the firm's pro bono humanitarian immigration matters, working closely with the Pro Bono Counsel and other team members to provide administrative support and assist with client interactions.

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Comp. & Benefits

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Works directly with Pro Bono Counsel for Humanitarian Immigration to support all phases of Pro Bono humanitarian immigration matters from commencement through conclusion

Supports the administrative needs of the Pro Bono Humanitarian Immigration docket. Representative tasks include:

Monitoring and updating case calendars and case management systems

Assisting with client meetings, interviews, or hearings

Serving as the point of contact for pro bono clients

Managing case correspondence

Drafting and coordinating case-related administrative documents and correspondence

Drafting and coordinating firm presentations, or reports

Managing online resource library

Assisting with coordination and logistics of immigration clinics

Coordinating internal support services including Word Processing, Copy Center, IT, Facilities, and Mailroom support

Coordinating external support services including vendor requirements, interpreters/translators, client needs and logistics

Providing other support to the administrative and organizational needs of the program

Under the supervision of Pro Bono Counsel for Humanitarian Immigration, provides support to case teams. Representative tasks may include:

Providing team administrative support -- Coordinating meetings, communicating with pro bono clients, updating case tracker, coordinating vendors, formatting documents, preparing documents/forms, managing file database

Providing filing support – Filing preparation, final production, online or in-person submission and logistics

Qualification

Immigration law knowledgeCase managementResearch skillsMS Word proficiencyMS Excel proficiencyMS PowerPoint proficiencyForeign language fluencyCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skillsProblem-solving skillsAttention to detailFlexibilityTeam collaboration

Required

Highly motivated and conscientious with a sharp eye for detail

Exceptional organization, time management, and communication skills (both oral and written)

Ability to maintain flexibility on constantly evolving procedures and issues

Careful proofreader

Experience with research, ideally experience researching country conditions to support immigration matters

Ability to think creatively or problem solve on logistical or technical issues

Strong interpersonal skills with attorneys and pro bono clients

Ability to thrive in a collegial and collaborative work environment

Strong tech skills: proficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint (complex editing and formatting); comfortable with mobile apps (WhatsApp and other messaging apps; translation apps, social media apps); ability to quickly learn new tech and new systems

Interest in immigration issues and a wide range of pro bono matters

Four-year college degree

Preferred

Experience in a legal assistant or paralegal role preferred

Community based volunteer work and/or demonstrated commitment to public service

Demonstrated commitment to immigration issues preferred

Experience and familiarity with immigration forms and procedures preferred

Foreign-language fluency preferred, Spanish speaking preferred

Benefits

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

Company

Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP

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Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP (including its associated entities) is an elite global law firm with world-class practices across the board.

Founded in 1849

New York, New York, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.davispolk.com

H1B Sponsorship

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