Legal Assistant

11 hours ago


Colchester, Vermont, United States USCRI Full time
Job Title: Legal Assistant

USCRI is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support our Refugee and Immigrant Services program in Vermont. The successful candidate will provide technical assistance and support to our Staff Attorney, assisting with client communication, drafting applications for relief, and following up with USCIS regarding case status.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Monitor incoming communication and respond promptly to Afghan parolees and/or their sponsors seeking pro bono legal support;
  • Assist the Staff Attorney in client communication, drafting applications for relief, and following up with USCIS regarding case status;
  • Make appropriate referrals to other service providers and relevant community partners;
  • Support current collaborations with providers of services to immigrants and refugees;
  • Perform administrative, data-collection tasks, and reporting duties as assigned;
  • Maintain a basic knowledge of relevant laws, policies, and trends in law affecting the target population;
  • Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the Staff Attorney, Supervising Attorney, and Associate Director of Legal Services.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution or equivalent experience;
  • Two (2) years of experience working in a legal or similar setting preferred;
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills;
  • Commitment to working in a diverse and challenging working environment;
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently;
  • Proficiency in MS Word, MS Access, MS Excel, and database programs;
  • Must pass a criminal background and other screening requirements;
  • Candidate must have dedication to the human rights of refugees, immigrants, asylum seekers, and displaced people;
  • Demonstrated support of USCRI's values by exhibiting respect for others, maintenance of confidential information, and an appreciation of a multicultural workplace.

Training and Development:

  • Satisfactory completion of USCRI's Orientation and Training;
  • Complete additional training as identified by supervisor or Human Resources.

Physical Demands:

  • Use of manual dexterity, tactile, visual, and audio acuity;
  • Use of repetitive motion, prolonged periods of sitting and standing, and sustained visual and mental applications and demands;
  • Occasional lifting (up to 25 pounds), bending, pulling, and carrying;
  • Quantitative/mathematical ability (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, standard measurements).

USCRI is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.



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