Job Description

Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Immigration Legal Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will have comprehensive knowledge of immigration procedures and prior experience of having worked in an immigration law firm or consultancy. The candidate will filing play a crucial role in supporting the lawyers by managing various administrative tasks, ensuring the smooth operation of the office, and contributing to the overall efficiency of legal processes. This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Assist immigration lawyers with legal drafting and preparation of documents, including pleadings, motions, and correspondence. Prepared IRCC applications from beginning to completion. Collect information from clients and save information in designated folders. Maintain organized filing systems for case files and legal documents, ensuring easy access and retrieval. Conduct research using CanLII annd other legal databases to gather relevant information for cases. Manage phone communications with clients, witnesses, and other parties while demonstrating excellent phone etiquette. Schedule appointments, meetings, and court dates while coordinating calendars for attorneys. Prepare for client interviews by organizing necessary documentation and materials. Perform general clerical duties such as data entry, copying, scanning, and mailing documents as needed.

Skills

Prior and comprehensive knowledge of immigration procedures and regulations. Strong clerical skills with proficiency in administrative tasks. Excellent written communication skills for drafting legal documents and correspondence. Effective phone etiquette for professional interactions with clients and colleagues. High level of organizational skills to manage multiple cases simultaneously. Familiarity with interviewing techniques to assist in gathering information from clients or witnesses. Proficiency in using legal databases for legal research purposes. Ability to manage projects efficiently while adhering to deadlines.
If you are passionate about immigration law and possess the necessary skills to thrive as an Immigration Legal Assistant, we encourage you to apply and become an integral part of our team!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00-$26.00 per hour

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Experience:

Immigration case work or Immigration Legal Assistant: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-02-24