Legal Assistant

We are looking for a bilingual Legal Assistant to support a busy legal team serving clients in Los Angeles, California. This Contract position is ideal for someone who brings strong administrative skills, sound judgment, and a client-centered approach to sensitive immigration-related matters. The role requires professionalism, discretion, and the ability to create an organized and welcoming experience for individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities:
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients by answering phone inquiries, gathering needed information, and providing timely follow-up on open matters.
• Assist attorneys and legal staff with immigration-related case support while maintaining a respectful, empathetic approach in sensitive situations.
• Maintain accurate paper and digital records, ensuring client documents are properly filed, updated, and handled with strict confidentiality.
• Coordinate appointments, consultations, hearings, and internal meetings while tracking calendars and important deadlines.
• Arrange language support for clients, including interpretation services and translation of statements or supporting documentation as needed.
• Process incoming correspondence and mail, distributing materials promptly and organizing records for efficient case management.
• Support a diverse client population with inclusive, culturally aware service that promotes trust and clear communication.
• Help keep administrative workflows on schedule by monitoring outstanding items and following up on pending documentation.

Qualifications:

• Bilingual fluency in Spanish and English is required.
• Prior administrative experience in a legal, immigration, or similar office setting is preferred.
• Ability to communicate with empathy and professionalism when assisting clients facing complex or highly personal matters.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and calendars effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to protect confidential information and exercise discretion in client-facing work.
• Proficiency with standard office applications and electronic document management systems.
• Familiarity with immigration law support, civil litigation environments, or calendar management is an asset.

Compensation

$23.75-$27.50 Hourly

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