Position SummaryUnder direct supervision of the Staff Attorney, provide analytical and paralegal support for the delivery of legal services for the UCLA Undocumented Student Program in partnership with the UC Immigrant Legal Services Center. Serve as a knowledge manager for data, correspondence, subject matter files, reports, and other documentation associated with legal matters handled by the office. Work with attorneys in the preparation and filing of all immigration applications, FOIAs, state court filings, responding to correspondence with government agencies. Perform analytical research and gather information for the preparation of immigrations legal documents. Responsible for preparing DACA, Adjustment of Status, SIJS, Naturalization and other applications to USCIS, DHS, and EOIR. Under direct supervision, develop, analyze and assess processes for virtual handling of immigration applications, including motions before EOIR. Participate in developing goals and plans for resolution and implement actions for improved systems. Maintain database and records systems. Participate in any UC Immigrant Legal Services Center activities as needed.
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Qualifications Experience working with immigration and litigation firms. (Required)
Knowledge of legal immigration terminology, practices, forms and the immigration legal system and experience working independently on immigration applications. (Required)
Demonstrated interpersonal skills to serve clients and work with colleagues from a variety of cultures and backgrounds. (Required)
Analytical, research and problem-solving skills to extract, interpret and evaluate data from various sources, independently summarize information, and organize data and materials into a comprehensive package. (Required)
Organization and time management skills to prioritize a high-volume workload with competing deadlines, establish systems to track and meet a variety of deadlines, follow through to solutions, and give attention to detail. (Required)
Experience with accepted law office systems and procedures for calendaring, billing, bookkeeping, and time keeping. (Required)
Oral and written communication skills to independently formulate and express ideas and concepts; to respond to correspondence and requests; and to draft and edit correspondence, reports, presentations and other documentation. (Required)
Experience working with confidential information and sensitive data and exercising discretion in dealing with confidential or potentially sensitive topics. (Required)
Ability to work flexible schedule including some evenings and weekends. (Required)
Experience using the Internet, Lexis/Nexis, Westlaw or other online systems to research information, such as legal information and travel planning details. Familiarity with data management software. (Preferred)
Experience working with relational databases; manipulating and extracting data for spreadsheets and producing reports. (Preferred)
Experience supporting attorneys in a professional legal environment; skilled in legal terminology. (Preferred)
Spanish language proficiency. (Preferred)
Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal AffiliationsAssociate's Degree In related area and/or equivalent experience/training (Required)
Paralegal certification or equivalent. (Required)
Special Conditions for EmploymentBackground Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.
CANRA: The position is designated as a mandatory reporter under
CANRA. The employee must sign the "Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse".
Schedule8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Union/Policy Covered99-Policy Covered
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