T visa legal assistant for an immigration law firm - medellin

Descripción del cargo

General Description

Seeking a highly motivated bilingual (English/Spanish) individual to join our team as a T Visa Legal Assistant. This role is essential in supporting the T Visa team by ensuring the timely and accurate preparation of T visa cases, while maintaining a client-centered approach aligned with the firm’s objectives and goals.

Responsibilities:

• Case Management: Serve as the initial point of contact for clients after signing a legal services contract. Review intake screenings and documents to help clarify case strategy.
• Research & Records Requests: Conduct research and gather civil and criminal records relevant to clients’ cases.
• Document Management & Preparation: Collect and organize client biographical and supporting documents. Maintain well-structured case files for easy access. Draft immigration forms, case portfolios, cover letters, and other necessary documentation. Provide certified translations as needed.
• Communication: Maintain clear and accurate communication with the case manager, attorneys, and other firm staff to ensure effective case processing.

Requirements
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• In-person position at our Medellín office.
• Bilingual (English and Spanish), spoken and written, required. Additional languages are a plus.
• Professionalism and strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat.

Preferred Qualifications
• Background and/or experience in immigration law is a plus.
• C1-level proficiency in English and Spanish.

Work Environment
• This is an in-person position at our Medellín, Colombia office.
• Training is provided, but you must be adaptable to new and evolving technologies.

Pay & Benefits
• Base salary: $5,280,000 COP per month.
• The position offers direct employment with the firm under an indefinite-term contract, including all legally mandated social benefits in accordance with Colombian law.
• Flexible working hours within a 42-hour workweek, five days a week.
• We provide comprehensive training and professional development opportunities to support your growth within the firm.