Legal Assistant (Immigration) Fluent in Fulani and English

The Nemecek Firm, Ltd.

  • Columbus, OH
  • 17 days ago
  • Full-time
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Skills

  • Administrative Skillsunmatched
  • Attorneyunmatched
  • Calendar Managementunmatched
  • Case Managementunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Customer/Client Researchunmatched
  • DOS Operating Systemunmatched
  • Data Entryunmatched
  • Dental Insuranceunmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • Develop and Maintain Customersunmatched
  • Documentationunmatched
  • English Languageunmatched
  • Governmentunmatched
  • Immigration Lawunmatched
  • Legalunmatched
  • Legal Documentsunmatched
  • Legal Researchunmatched
  • Legal Support Skillsunmatched
  • Microsoft Officeunmatched
  • Multilingualunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Political Scienceunmatched
  • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
  • Research Skillsunmatched
  • Sales Managementunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • Training/Teachingunmatched
  • United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)unmatched
  • Writing Skillsunmatched

Description

Benefits:
  • 401(k) matching
  • Bonus based on performance
  • Company parties
  • Dental insurance
  • Free food & snacks
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development

About Us


At The Nemecek Firm, we are committed to providing compassionate, high-quality legal representation in immigration law. Our team is dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate complex immigration processes with integrity, diligence, and care.


Position Overview


We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Legal Assistant to support our immigration practice. The ideal candidate will play a key role in managing client communications, preparing legal documents, and ensuring the smooth operation of case workflows. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about immigration law and eager to grow in a fast-paced legal environment.


Key Responsibilities


  • Assist attorneys in preparing and filing immigration petitions, applications, and supporting documentation
  • Maintain and organize client files, both physical and electronic, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality
  • Communicate with clients to gather necessary information and provide case updates
  • Monitor case deadlines and manage case calendars
  • May conduct basic legal research and compile case-related information
  • Coordinate with government agencies, including USCIS, EOIR, and DOS
  • Translate documents or interpret client communications 
  • Perform general administrative tasks such as scheduling, data entry, and correspondence
Qualifications


  • Fluent in English and Fulani (required)
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Political Science, English or related field
  • Prior experience in immigration law or legal support (preferred but not required)
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal case management software
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
  • Foreign language proficiency: Fulani (additional languages are a plus)
What we offer
  • Supportive and inclusive team culture
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth
  • Meaningful work that impacts lives and communities

Numbers & Facts

LocationColumbus, OH
Job TypeFull-time

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