Legal Assistant

Sivaraman Immigration Law, a NC-based boutique immigration firm, has an in-person opening for a full-time *Legal Assistant*.
We focus on employment-based immigration in select business sectors, in addition to some family-based immigration processes.
We are dedicated to providing high-quality legal services to individuals, families, and businesses navigating the complexities of immigrating to the United States, and offer a more specialized and personalized experience than most larger firms.
Our team is small and quirky, with an emphasis on cultural fit, a love for dogs, and a good sense of humor.
The work environment can vary from quiet to deadline-driven, but we rely on our team’s adaptability and high skill level to make the most out of all challenges and to have a good time doing so.
We are seeking an organized and upbeat Legal Assistant to join our team.
The ideal candidate will have a passion for immigration law, a commitment to providing excellent customer service to our diverse clientele, and a low-ego approach to life and work.
Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree preferred but not required.
* Exceptional customer service skills and professional demeanor when dealing with clients, co-workers, and attorneys in a deadline-driven environment.
* Strong and consistent attention to detail is a must for this environment, particularly in review and editing of documents and data.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
* Proficiency in Microsoft based platforms and software, and the ability to easily adapt to new software programs as needed.
* Phone skills, including the ability to be comfortable speaking with people from various backgrounds and countries.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
* The ability to follow direction, stay organized, and retain information * A history of maintaining confidentiality.
Job Duties * Respond to phones.
Daily mail pick up, routing, and drop off.
* Client intake and document review.
Draft legal documents and correspondence as needed.
* Database/chart/spreadsheet maintenance.
Take and document notes in staff meetings and consultations with clients.
* General office organization and administration.
Organize and participate in events for team members.
* Draft and upload blog and social media posts, including staying updated on policy and reading news sources to identify relevant content.
* Paralegal case management support including review, document organizing, and issue spotting.
We offer our employees a great place to work, including: * Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
* Health insurance.
* Retirement savings plan with employer matching.
* Paid vacation and holidays.
* Professional development opportunities.
* Year-end bonus potential.
* A dedication to work-life balance.
Job Type: Full-time Pay: $33,592.
00 per year Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Health insurance * Paid time off * Professional development assistance Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Day shift * Monday to Friday Ability to Commute: * Carrboro, NC 27510 (Required) Ability to Relocate: * Carrboro, NC 27510: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person