Legal Assistant/Paralegal (Houston, TX | Hybrid)
Foster LLP seeks candidates for the position of Legal Assistant in our Houston, TX office with the option of working a hybrid schedule after completion of training and demonstration of proficiency.
Legal Assistants will work with attorneys and staff to initiate cases, prepare filings with supervision from attorneys while using case tracking software, and monitor cases. Legal Assistants will also communicate with clients around the world to obtain the necessary information and documentation for case filing.
Responsibilities
- Prepare forms, data, and documents for filing with the government understanding that the forms and documents are not just pieces of paper but someone’s livelihood.
- Analyze information and documents provided by client to determine next steps for case preparation
- Communicate with the Firm’s clients and global partners in order to move cases to a timely and successful conclusion
- Manage caseload
- Maintain case records and client data in an accurate and comprehensive manner
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or higher required
- Willingness to learn
- Solid writing and communication skills
- Ability to work in a team and multi-task
- Proficiency in Microsoft Software
- Previous business immigration experience is a plus
- Foreign language fluency is a plus
Training is provided. Compensation is commensurate with experience. Flex and hybrid work schedules; Paid Time Off, 401K program, Paid Holidays, Paid Health, Dental & Vision coverage and Life Insurance; Flexible Spending Accounts to offset the cost of dependent health care expenses; paid parking; backup coverage provided for vacations; and more.
