Legal Assistant
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0 San Juan, TX San Juan, TX Full-time Full-time $15 an hour $15 an hour 13 hours ago 13 hours ago 13 hours ago LEGAL ASSISTANT JOB DESCRIPTION Title:
Legal Assistant Current as of:
January 2024 FLSA Status:
Nonexempt Entity:
LUPE Department:
Social Services Reports to:
Attorney SUMMARY A Legal Assistant provides legal support to our attorney by researching case law, developing case information, gathering evidence, and researching various options for the client; tracking cases internally and in the court; and supporting the attorney's immigration proceedings.
LUPE has a sister organization, LUPE Votes, a separate but related, nonprofit organization exempting federal income tax under section 501(c)(4) of the Internal Revenue Code.
Although LUPE and LUPE Votes share a common goal of supporting immigrants and low-income people in Rio Grande Valley and nationally, they are separate organizations with their own boards of directors and a set of employees at the two organizations, including the person filling this position, shares their time between the two organizations.
This does not affect salary or benefits.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.
Other duties may be assigned.
Keeps cases organized by establishing and organizing files; monitoring calendars; meeting deadlines; documenting actions; inputting information into file database and case management software (INS Zoom); confirming case status with an attorney.
Helps develop cases by maintaining contact with people involved in the case; scheduling meetings; preparing and sorting evidence submitted by client; preparing and filing requests to the government; assisting in preparing responses to government counsel.
Keeps clients informed by maintaining contact; communicating case progress.
Supports case preparation by preparing case summaries and materials for upcoming hearings; assisting in preparing pleadings; monitoring and obtaining government requests; organizing materials for case review.
Enhances immigration proceedings by organizing evidence; preparing exhibits; scheduling witnesses; ensuring that witnesses are ready when needed; taking courtroom notes.
Complete administrative duties such as making copies, answering and directing phone calls and greeting clients.
Maintain client contact list SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES This position does not supervise employees.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Nothing in the Job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job description at any time, for any reason.
QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Familiarity with law, legal procedures and protocols, and immigration court system.
Bi-lingual (English, Spanish) Strong verbal skills and good people skills Willingness to work long and irregular hours Indigenous to the community/region Must be proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook / Outlook Express, Internet Explorer); familiarity with INSZoom a plus Highly organized and detailed oriented Handle pressure well and understand the importance of deadlines.
Know how to relate to people in a variety of situations, be highly trustworthy, discreet, and use good judgment.
Able to take direction and work independently with little or no supervision Reliable vehicle EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Requires at least two years of college or equivalent certification, in addition to (2) years experience working as a legal assistant or legal secretary, and (2) years experience working with low income community members.
Commitment to the mission and ideals of the Farm Workers Movement are essential.
LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general periodicals and governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports and general correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of members and residents.
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills in Spanish and English.
REASONING ABILITY Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Must possess a valid driver's license.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is typically moderate, though may be loud at rallies and similar events.
BENEFITS $9,000
per year in 100% employer-sponsor healthcare insurance (medical & dental) for the employee, spouse, and children under 26 years old (eligible after 3 months of employment) $8,000.
00 death insurance 401K Plan Mileage reimbursement 40 hours accrued paid vacation year one; 80 hours accrued paid vacation years 2-8; 120 accrued hours paid after year 8 8 hours Personal Time Off a year 12 Paid Holidays a year 5 Paid Sick Leave days Lifemart In-Service Day once per year, organized by LUPE to observe Cesar Chavez Day or self-organized alternative option Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$15.
00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Vision insurance Schedule:
8 hour shift Monday to Friday Ability to Relocate:
San Juan, TX 78589:
Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location:
In person Keeps cases organized by establishing and organizing files; monitoring calendars; meeting deadlines; documenting actions; inputting information into file database and case management software (INS Zoom); confirming case status with an attorney.
Helps develop cases by maintaining contact with people involved in the case; scheduling meetings; preparing and sorting evidence submitted by client; preparing and filing requests to the government; assisting in preparing responses to government counsel.
Keeps clients informed by maintaining contact; communicating case progress.
Supports case preparation by preparing case summaries and materials for upcoming hearings; assisting in preparing pleadings; monitoring and obtaining government requests; organizing materials for case review.
Enhances immigration proceedings by organizing evidence; preparing exhibits; scheduling witnesses; ensuring that witnesses are ready when needed; taking courtroom notes.
Complete administrative duties such as making copies, answering and directing phone calls and greeting clients.
Maintain client contact list Familiarity with law, legal procedures and protocols, and immigration court system.
Bi-lingual (English, Spanish) Strong verbal skills and good people skills Willingness to work long and irregular hours Indigenous to the community/region Must be proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook / Outlook Express, Internet Explorer); familiarity with INSZoom a plus Highly organized and detailed oriented Handle pressure well and understand the importance of deadlines.
Know how to relate to people in a variety of situations, be highly trustworthy, discreet, and use good judgment.
Able to take direction and work independently with little or no supervision Reliable vehicle $9,000
per year in 100% employer-sponsor healthcare insurance (medical & dental) for the employee, spouse, and children under 26 years old (eligible after 3 months of employment) $8,000.
00 death insurance 401K Plan Mileage reimbursement 40 hours accrued paid vacation year one; 80 hours accrued paid vacation years 2-8; 120 accrued hours paid after year 8 8 hours Personal Time Off a year 12 Paid Holidays a year 5 Paid Sick Leave days Lifemart In-Service Day once per year, organized by LUPE to observe Cesar Chavez Day or self-organized alternative option 401(k) Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Vision insurance 8 hour shift Monday to Friday San Juan, TX 78589:
Relocate before starting work (Required).
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
0 San Juan, TX San Juan, TX Full-time Full-time $15 an hour $15 an hour 13 hours ago 13 hours ago 13 hours ago LEGAL ASSISTANT JOB DESCRIPTION Title:
Legal Assistant Current as of:
January 2024 FLSA Status:
Nonexempt Entity:
LUPE Department:
Social Services Reports to:
Attorney SUMMARY A Legal Assistant provides legal support to our attorney by researching case law, developing case information, gathering evidence, and researching various options for the client; tracking cases internally and in the court; and supporting the attorney's immigration proceedings.
LUPE has a sister organization, LUPE Votes, a separate but related, nonprofit organization exempting federal income tax under section 501(c)(4) of the Internal Revenue Code.
Although LUPE and LUPE Votes share a common goal of supporting immigrants and low-income people in Rio Grande Valley and nationally, they are separate organizations with their own boards of directors and a set of employees at the two organizations, including the person filling this position, shares their time between the two organizations.
This does not affect salary or benefits.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.
Other duties may be assigned.
Keeps cases organized by establishing and organizing files; monitoring calendars; meeting deadlines; documenting actions; inputting information into file database and case management software (INS Zoom); confirming case status with an attorney.
Helps develop cases by maintaining contact with people involved in the case; scheduling meetings; preparing and sorting evidence submitted by client; preparing and filing requests to the government; assisting in preparing responses to government counsel.
Keeps clients informed by maintaining contact; communicating case progress.
Supports case preparation by preparing case summaries and materials for upcoming hearings; assisting in preparing pleadings; monitoring and obtaining government requests; organizing materials for case review.
Enhances immigration proceedings by organizing evidence; preparing exhibits; scheduling witnesses; ensuring that witnesses are ready when needed; taking courtroom notes.
Complete administrative duties such as making copies, answering and directing phone calls and greeting clients.
Maintain client contact list SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES This position does not supervise employees.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Nothing in the Job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job description at any time, for any reason.
QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Familiarity with law, legal procedures and protocols, and immigration court system.
Bi-lingual (English, Spanish) Strong verbal skills and good people skills Willingness to work long and irregular hours Indigenous to the community/region Must be proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook / Outlook Express, Internet Explorer); familiarity with INSZoom a plus Highly organized and detailed oriented Handle pressure well and understand the importance of deadlines.
Know how to relate to people in a variety of situations, be highly trustworthy, discreet, and use good judgment.
Able to take direction and work independently with little or no supervision Reliable vehicle EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Requires at least two years of college or equivalent certification, in addition to (2) years experience working as a legal assistant or legal secretary, and (2) years experience working with low income community members.
Commitment to the mission and ideals of the Farm Workers Movement are essential.
LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general periodicals and governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports and general correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of members and residents.
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills in Spanish and English.
REASONING ABILITY Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Must possess a valid driver's license.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is typically moderate, though may be loud at rallies and similar events.
BENEFITS $9,000
per year in 100% employer-sponsor healthcare insurance (medical & dental) for the employee, spouse, and children under 26 years old (eligible after 3 months of employment) $8,000.
00 death insurance 401K Plan Mileage reimbursement 40 hours accrued paid vacation year one; 80 hours accrued paid vacation years 2-8; 120 accrued hours paid after year 8 8 hours Personal Time Off a year 12 Paid Holidays a year 5 Paid Sick Leave days Lifemart In-Service Day once per year, organized by LUPE to observe Cesar Chavez Day or self-organized alternative option Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$15.
00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Vision insurance Schedule:
8 hour shift Monday to Friday Ability to Relocate:
San Juan, TX 78589:
Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location:
In person Keeps cases organized by establishing and organizing files; monitoring calendars; meeting deadlines; documenting actions; inputting information into file database and case management software (INS Zoom); confirming case status with an attorney.
Helps develop cases by maintaining contact with people involved in the case; scheduling meetings; preparing and sorting evidence submitted by client; preparing and filing requests to the government; assisting in preparing responses to government counsel.
Keeps clients informed by maintaining contact; communicating case progress.
Supports case preparation by preparing case summaries and materials for upcoming hearings; assisting in preparing pleadings; monitoring and obtaining government requests; organizing materials for case review.
Enhances immigration proceedings by organizing evidence; preparing exhibits; scheduling witnesses; ensuring that witnesses are ready when needed; taking courtroom notes.
Complete administrative duties such as making copies, answering and directing phone calls and greeting clients.
Maintain client contact list Familiarity with law, legal procedures and protocols, and immigration court system.
Bi-lingual (English, Spanish) Strong verbal skills and good people skills Willingness to work long and irregular hours Indigenous to the community/region Must be proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook / Outlook Express, Internet Explorer); familiarity with INSZoom a plus Highly organized and detailed oriented Handle pressure well and understand the importance of deadlines.
Know how to relate to people in a variety of situations, be highly trustworthy, discreet, and use good judgment.
Able to take direction and work independently with little or no supervision Reliable vehicle $9,000
per year in 100% employer-sponsor healthcare insurance (medical & dental) for the employee, spouse, and children under 26 years old (eligible after 3 months of employment) $8,000.
00 death insurance 401K Plan Mileage reimbursement 40 hours accrued paid vacation year one; 80 hours accrued paid vacation years 2-8; 120 accrued hours paid after year 8 8 hours Personal Time Off a year 12 Paid Holidays a year 5 Paid Sick Leave days Lifemart In-Service Day once per year, organized by LUPE to observe Cesar Chavez Day or self-organized alternative option 401(k) Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Vision insurance 8 hour shift Monday to Friday San Juan, TX 78589:
Relocate before starting work (Required).
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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