Legal Assistant

Blessinger Legal PLLC, a bustling boutique immigration law firm in Falls Church, VA, is seeking a highly organized and bilingual Legal Assistant to support our immigration practice. While this position is currently remote, candidates must be willing and able to transition to an in-person role once our physical office location is established. This transition aligns with the firm’s strategic expansion goals, and applicants should plan accordingly.

About the Role:

The Legal Assistant will play an essential role in preparing immigration filings and supporting documentation. This position emphasizes accuracy, communication, and organization, with a focus on form preparation, document review, and compiling supplements for immigration applications. Candidates should be passionate about client care and delivering high-quality legal support.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Contact clients in Spanish and English via telephone, email, and text to request documentation, complete intakequestionnaires, fill out and review forms, keep clients appraised of the status of their cases, and other communications.

• Maintain ongoing follow-up with clients until a case is finalized.

• Ensure client contact information is accurate and up to date and that we have a back up contact person, in case of emergency.

• Cross-check imported data with client records to ensure completeness and accuracy.

•  Categorize and compile evidence received from clients andcountry conditions evidence for submission to US government agencies.

•  Other tasks as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

• Associate’s degree in paralegal studies, legal studies, or a related field or equivalent experience in a legal, administrative, or document-intensive support role.

• Fluency in  English is required.

• Comfortable using Microsoft 365, Microsoft Office, Google Docs, Adobe Acrobat, and basic document management tools.

• Highly detail-oriented, efficient, and capable of managing multiple tasks.

• Courteous, empathetic, and committed to providing excellent client service.

• Must have a reliable internet connection and be available during business hours (8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. EST).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a legal support, administrative, or case management role (immigration-specific experience is a plus but not required).

• Familiarity with legal software or case management systems (e.g., DocketWise, Clio, or similar).

• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality.

(In-Person Transition Required)

Full-Time Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. EST