Immigration Legal Assistant Job at McBean Law, PLLC (Immigration Lawyers), White Plains, NY

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  • McBean Law, PLLC (Immigration Lawyers)
  • White Plains, NY

Job Description

Job description

McBean Law, PLLC is an immigration law firm in White Plains, New York that represents families and businesses nationwide and across the globe. Award-winning immigration lawyers at McBean Law are known for our client-focused and strategic approach to solving tough immigration problems. Driven by results and helping our clients achieve freedom to be their best in the United States, our firm is committed to recruiting top talent who are passionate about changing lives, empathetic and demonstrate strong leadership abilities. We have been featured in Best Lawyers in America: Ones to Watch in 2024 and 2025 for our work in Immigration Law.

Summary/Objective

We are seeking a Legal Assistant to provide administrative support to our attorneys, paralegals, and clients. The general duties include organizing client files, collecting documents, preparing applications for filing, requesting FOIAs, coordinating with paralegals and attorneys, and ensuring stellar customer service.

The ideal candidate must be detail oriented, dependable, friendly, and have strong communications skills (both written and verbal).

Essential Functions:

  • Prepare immigration petitions and applications for filing with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) and National Visa Center (NVC)
  • Prepare Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests
  • Utilize USCIS website to research on most up to date filing requirements– accurate filing fees, filing address, supporting documents and forms needed, etc.
  • Collect documents from clients
  • Meet with clients and prepare cases under the supervision of an attorney
  • Perform other related administrative functions as assigned

Competencies:

  • Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment.
  • Positive, can-do attitude
  • Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Comprehensive knowledge and experience with the following software programs preferred: Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint) and Adobe DC.

Requirements:

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Required Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree (any related field)
  • 1+ years of experience as an immigration legal assistant
  • Proficiency in requesting Freedom of Information Act records from multiple government agencies
  • Experience drafting USCIS applications, petitions and visa applications with CEAC
  • Excellent use of software applications such as Clio, Docketwise, and Adobe
  • Fluency in Spanish and/or French (preferred)

Salary: $45,000 - $55,000

Job Location: White Plains, NY

Work Location: In person

McBean Law PLLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Job Tags

Full time, Local area, Monday to Friday,

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