Legal Assistant - SS

Grossman Law, LLC; Silver Spring, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Grossman Young & Hammond LLC in Silver Spring, Maryland, is seeking a detail‑oriented Legal Assistant for its Business Immigration practice. You will support lawyers and paralegals, prepare USCIS petitions, manage case files, and help coordinate client communications in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate excels in organization, writes clearly, embraces AI tools to improve processes, and proactively solves problems while maintaining professional client service.

Qualifications

• Excellent organizational, writing and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
• Flexibility with changing priorities.
• Willingness to learn how AI and automation can assist legal work.

Responsibilities

• Print, assemble and prepare petitions for USCIS filings.
• Update Case Manager and case status in the management system.
• Support attorneys and paralegals to prepare and file immigration filings.
• Draft and edit correspondence as requested.
• Coordinate representations and client invoices; schedule calls and reminders.
• Handle all immigration correspondence and distribute USCIS documents.
• Perform office admin tasks and assist with calendar deadlines.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Client coordination

Adaptability to AI tools

Job description

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Silver Spring, MD, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1073

Salary Range: $23.00 To $25.00 Hourly

Seeking Legal Assistant for Business Immigration Law Practice

Location: Silver Spring, Maryland

Schedule: Full-time, Non-exempt

About Us

Grossman Young & Hammond, LLC (GYH) is a globally recognized immigration and international human rights law firm in the greater DC area. Known for tenacious advocacy, GYH is setting a new standard for excellence in the practice of immigration and human rights law. Our lawyers are nationally recognized for their expertise in immigration law and have received top rankings from the Washington Post, Washingtonian, The Legal Times, Best Lawyers, and Chambers. Our firm represents clients in a broad range of immigration and international law matters.

The ideal candidate is creative, works collaboratively with others and thrives working in a fast-paced, progressive and collegial environment. Excellent organizational skills and precise attention to detail are required.

Responsibilities include

• Government Petitions
  • Print, assemble and prepare all petitions to be filed with USCIS.
• Database Management & Reporting
  • Update Case Manager and case status as appropriate in case management database.
• Enhance client service, efficiency and productivity providing support to attorneys and paralegals in the preparation and administration of immigration filings.
• Draft/edit correspondence as requested by attorneys and paralegals.
• Client Coordination and Training
  • Generate and track Representation Agreements and retainer invoices.
  • Coordinate of legal team training and webinars.
  • Responsible for answer phones, directing to the appropriate team member and taking accurate messages.
  • Schedule client conference calls and send reminders for legal team members.
  • Back-up Client Intake Coordinator to complete potential client intakes, schedule consultations and send new client questionnaires.
• Handle all incoming and outgoing immigration correspondence.
• Distribute USCIS correspondence to the legal team and mail appropriate documents to clients.
• Scan, organize, label and file all electronic documents.
• Process all government correspondence.
• Office Administration
  • Coordinate monthly firm lunch.
  • Order and manage office supplies.
  • Coordinate firm events (retreats, meetings).
  • Assist attorneys with expense reimbursement.
  • Assist in all matters as needed (e.g. calendaring deadlines, faxing, maintaining reception area, watering plants, running dishwasher etc.)

What we're looking for

• Someone who doesn't just follow processes, but improves them
• Strong attention to detail and committed to getting it right
• A tech-savvy professional who understand (or is eager to learn) how lawyers can leverage AI and automation
• A proactive thinker who anticipates needs and identifies solutions before problems arise
• A collaborative team player who thrives in a mission-driven environment

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Excellent organizational, writing and other communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multi-task and meet deadlines
• Ability to work well with clients and other
• Flexibility with changing priorities

Required Education/Experience

Expected Hours/Work location

• 40 hours per week plus overtime as needed
• Work is completed in the Silver Spring, Maryland office

Grossman Young & Hammond LLC (GYH) is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regards to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or District of Columbia law.

GYH is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and welcomes qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds.

GYH offers competitive compensation, excellent benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

For more information on our firm, please visit our website at www.grossmanyoung.com