Immigration Legal Assistant - Client-Focused & Detail-Oriented

The Nemecek Firm, Ltd.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

11 company holidays

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan with 3% company match

Free parking

Onsite gym and cafeteria

Professional development and training

Job summary

The Nemecek Firm, Ltd. is seeking an Immigration Legal Assistant to support attorneys from intake through filing and follow-up. This client-facing role focuses on gathering information, preparing legal documents, tracking deadlines, and ensuring cases move forward efficiently.

You will coordinate with clients, maintain organized files, and help with scheduling and administrative tasks while handling confidential information with care. Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience in an legal support role is helpful but not required.
• Experience preparing immigration forms or working with government agencies is a plus.
• Bilingual in English and another language is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare engagement letters and coordinate completion with clients.
• Prepare initial motions, forms, correspondence, and supporting documentation under attorney supervision.
• Communicate with clients to collect information, explain next steps, and follow up on outstanding items.
• Review client information and documents for completeness, consistency, and accuracy.
• Create and maintain organized client files and enter accurate information into the Firm’s case management system.
• Track outstanding engagement letters, required documents, and initial filing deadlines to keep the retention process moving.
• Coordinate with attorneys and other Firm associates to ensure a smooth transition from retaining the Firm to ongoing case work.
• Support scheduling, correspondence, data entry, and other administrative responsibilities.
• Translate documents or assist with client communications when qualified and needed.

Skills

Organized

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Client relations

Multitasking

Confidential information handling

Tools

Microsoft Office

Case management system

Job description

The Nemecek Firm, Ltd. is seeking an Immigration Legal Assistant to support attorneys from intake through filing and follow-up. This client-facing role focuses on gathering information, preparing legal documents, tracking deadlines, and ensuring cases move forward efficiently.

You will coordinate with clients, maintain organized files, and help with scheduling and administrative tasks while handling confidential information with care. Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.