Organization: Alonso & Alonso Attorneys at Law, PLLC
Reports to: Records Team Lead Family Based
Employment Type: Full-Time Contractor
Location: Remote
About Us
At Alonso & Alonso, we provide personalized attention and services that are tailored to meet the specific needs of each of our clients. We achieve this through client education, consistent updates, thorough assessment of each case, and customized legal strategies based on each client's circumstances.
Essential Responsibilities and Duties
Draft and submit FOIA (Freedom of Information Act) requests to various government agencies.
Review FOIA results and organize the information for attorney review.
Request criminal dispositions from courts or law enforcement agencies.
Review and track FBI background check results.
Monitor USCIS processing times and update the legal team as needed.
Request and obtain vital records such as birth certificates, marriage certificates, and divorce decrees.
Call USCIS to follow up on pending matters or to confirm receipt of documents.
Send written inquiries to USCIS and the National Visa Center (NVC).
Update client records in internal systems with new documentation or responses.
Collaborate with attorneys, legal assistants, and other departments to ensure timely document submission and case support.
Required Qualifications
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple record requests and deadlines simultaneously.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and document management systems.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience working in an immigration law firm or with immigration-related government agencies (e.g., USCIS, NVC, FBI, state departments).
Familiarity with FOIA procedures and common immigration case types Vawa and non Vawa.
Proficiency in editing legal documents is highly valued
Technical Requirements
Computer: Intel i5 (8th Gen+) or AMD Ryzen 5 (3000+), or Mac M1+. Min. 8 GB RAM, 256 GB SSD.
OS: Windows 11 or macOS.
Monitors: Two screens required.
Headset: USB wired or wireless.
Internet: Wired connection, at least 20 Mbps.
Key Performance Indicators
Average number of business days it takes to complete a request for vital records, FOIAs, or criminal dispositions from the date of assignment.
Percentage of assigned monthly tasks (requests, reviews, follow-ups) completed accurately and on time.
Percentage of submitted records or FOIAs that require no corrections or resubmissions.
Work Environment
Salary and Benefits
Paid Time Off
Mental Health Days
Growth opportunities
Remote work
Application Process
You may apply to our career page: https://alonsoandalonsolaw.wd503.myworkdayjobs.com/Alonso
Physical Demands
This position primarily involves sedentary work, requiring the ability to sit for extended periods while using a computer, phone, and other office equipment. Must handle typing and data entry tasks efficiently.
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement
Alonso & Alonso attorneys at law is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, age, or any other protected characteristic.
