Immigration Legal Assistant - Precise, Client-Focused

Erickson Immigration Group; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual work attire

Paid time off

Mental health days

Parental leave

Holidays

Bereavement leave

Jury duty leave

Affordable medical/Rx

Dental and vision plans

Monthly parking subsidy

Commuting subsidy

Disability and life insurance

HSA and FSA options

401(k) with employer match

Employee referral program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Erickson Immigration Group in Arlington, VA seeks a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support our business immigration team. This fully onsite role provides exposure to non-immigrant and immigrant petitions, case management, and collaboration with paralegals and attorneys.

You will manage mailings, scans, filings, deadlines, and client communication while maintaining accurate records and contributing to process improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• Experience with document scanning and data entry.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, and Google Docs.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and balance competing demands and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong time management and prioritization skills while supporting multiple tasks.
• Very strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Extensive file and document management experience.
• Interest in expanding knowledge in casework preparation.
• Demonstrate flexibility and initiative; be a team player and self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Assure all mailings are accounted for and updated in the case management system.
• Utilize web-based case management system and database.
• Scan, file, mail, and maintain physical files and supporting documents.
• Open or close records/cases and maintain records as requested.
• Create PAFs and withdrawals and scan/file petitions.
• Meet deadlines and communicate case progress to supervisor.
• Follow up with clients for outstanding documentation.
• Maintain client contact information and status reports.
• Learn procedural requirements for non-immigrant and immigrant petitions.
• Work with Paralegals and Attorneys across departments; monitor internal systems.

Skills

MS Office

Excel

Google Docs

Data entry

Document management

Time management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Case management software

Job description

Erickson Immigration Group in Arlington, VA seeks a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support our business immigration team. This fully onsite role provides exposure to non-immigrant and immigrant petitions, case management, and collaboration with paralegals and attorneys.

You will manage mailings, scans, filings, deadlines, and client communication while maintaining accurate records and contributing to process improvement.