Legal Assistant

Vaco by Highspring • Columbus, Ohio, United States • $70k - $80k / year • 1m ago

Well-established law firm is seeking a motivated Legal Assistant to support multiple attorneys within their growing immigration practice.

Responsibilities:
This role supports case preparation, communication, and administrative tasks including:

Drafting, formatting, and organizing a variety of immigration filings, including H-1B, TN, L-1, O-1, R-1, E-3, H-1B1, and I-140 petitions (both employer- and self-sponsored)
Coordinating directly with clients and government agencies to gather documentation and follow up on case progress
Managing attorneys’ calendars, scheduling appointments, and coordinating travel as needed
Preparing and finalizing correspondence, memos, forms, and other legal documentation
Processing and maintaining physical and electronic case files, including scanning, uploading, and database entry
Assisting with timekeeping and billing processes, including monthly edits and expense report preparation
Answering phone calls, routing inquiries appropriately, and responding to client questions with professionalism and discretion
Supporting internal record keeping systems and CRM tools
Organizing incoming/outgoing mail and ensuring timely delivery of filings and related materials
Contributing to file setup, document tracking, and file closure/storage procedures
Participating in firm events or client outreach efforts, including preparing mailing lists or seminar materials as needed
Providing back-up support to other administrative staff during busy periods or absences

Qualifications:

3+ years of legal administrative experience, ideally with exposure to immigration law
High school diploma required
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with immigration case management software (e.g., LawLogix) is a plus
Professional communication skills, both written and verbal
Team-oriented with a proactive, service-minded approach
Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy in work product
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing deadlines

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.

Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

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Pay Transparency Notice

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:

the individual’s skill sets, experience and training;
licensure and certification requirements;
office location and other geographic considerations;
other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.