Legal Assistant Fulani Speaking
The Nemecek Firm, Ltd. · Columbus, OH · 2 mo ago
On-siteLegalFull-time
About The Nemecek Firm
The Nemecek Firm, Ltd. provides immigration legal services to individuals and families throughout the United States and abroad. Our team is committed to providing high-quality legal representation while treating every client with care, respect, and attention to detail.
Responsibilities
- Assist attorneys with preparing immigration petitions, applications, forms, and supporting documentation.
- Organize and maintain accurate electronic and physical client files.
- Communicate with clients to collect information and documents needed for their cases.
- Provide clients with case updates and respond to questions as directed by the attorney.
- Track case deadlines, appointments, filings, and other important dates.
- Assist with communications and correspondence involving USCIS, EOIR, the Department of State, and other government agencies.
- Translate documents and interpret client communications when needed.
- Assist with legal research and gathering case-related information.
- Review documents for completeness and accuracy.
- Enter and maintain case information in the firm's case management system.
- Assist with scheduling, data entry, correspondence, and other administrative tasks.
- Work closely with attorneys and other team members to keep cases organized and moving forward.
Requirements
- Fluency in both Fulani and English.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and priorities.
- Professional and compassionate approach to working with clients.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Qualifications
- Prior experience in immigration law, a law firm, or another legal support role (preferred).
- Experience preparing immigration forms or filing documents with USCIS (preferred).
- Familiarity with USCIS, EOIR, or Department of State processes (preferred).
- Experience with legal case management software (preferred).
- Bachelor's degree, paralegal certificate, or comparable education and experience (preferred).
- Proficiency in additional languages (preferred).
Benefits
- Paid time off
- 9 company holidays
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Retirement savings plan with a 3% company match
- Company-subsidized parking
- Onsite gym
- Onsite cafeteria
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Company events and activities