Legal Assistant/Paralegal

About us

The Law Office of David M. Sperling, founded in 1++5, is the largest and most reputable provider of legal services to immigrants on Long Island, New York. We take pride in our zealous representation never resting or giving up — even in the most difficult cases.

Job Description

Top Long Island immigration law firm is seeking SPANISH SPEAKING LEGAL ASSISTANT OR PARALEGAL for our HEMPSTEAD office. The ideal candidate will be responsible for:
• Be knowledgeable about case law as it pertains to the type of law that is practiced by this firm
• Prepare cases for USCIS and EOIR
• Prepare cases for consulate processing
• Meet with Clients and Write Notes for Asylum statements, Extreme Hardship statements, Witness statements, Family Court statements,
• Write Simple Motions such as Adjourn, Re-Calendar, Web-Ex, PD (terminate/dismiss or admin close)
• Prepare evidence Packets for USCIS Cases and EOIR Cases – This includes: Readying materials for any proceedings including documents, evidence and verifying factual information
• Responding to RFEs, NOIDS
• E-file to DHS, filings to EOIR, filings to USCIS
• Researching and compiling information that helps strengthen a case
• Communicating with Lawyers and clients to keep everyone up to date
• Prepare Case Brief/Summary for EOIR/Family Court Dates
• Enter/Scan information and documents into Electronic Case Management system (Cerenade)

This is a full-time position with a Monday-Friday or every other Saturday schedule.

Salary based on experience.

COVID Vaccine is required.

Please provide resume with cover letter.
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Work Location:
• One location

Work Remotely
• No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):
• Do you have your own transportation?

Education:
• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:
• Immigration law: 2 years (Preferred)

Language:
• Spanish (Required)

Work Location: In person