Paralegal/Legal Assistant

Job Description

Paralegal/Legal Assistant | Law Office of Carmen Di Amore-Siah

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Law Office of Carmen Di Amore-Siah, located in Honolulu, HI. The firm provides legal services in immigration, family law, and estate planning, focusing on delivering compassionate, knowledgeable, and efficient support to the community. This role is crucial for supporting attorneys in daily operations and ensuring high-quality client service, contributing to a supportive environment for both clients and staff.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, Honolulu, HI
• Mission: This role ensures attorneys are effectively supported in preparing legal documents and managing cases across immigration, family law, and estate planning matters.
• Tech Stack: common office and case management software

What You’ll Actually Do
• Document Preparation: Prepare and organize legal documents, including forms, petitions, correspondence, and court filings, for immigration, family law, and estate planning cases.
• Case Management Logistics: Manage case files, maintain calendars and deadlines, and schedule appointments and hearings to ensure timely and organized case progression.
• Client and Agency Communication: Communicate with clients, government agencies, and courts, gathering necessary documentation and providing case status updates under attorney supervision.
• Office Administration: Perform general administrative duties such as answering phones, handling mail, and maintaining accurate office records to support smooth office operations.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Some college or relevant legal studies coursework; commitment to providing respectful, compassionate client service.
• Experience: Experience in administrative assistance, including calendar management, file organization, data entry, and general office support tasks.
• Skills: Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines, and proficiency with common office and case management software.
• Bonus: Paralegal certificate or relevant coursework in legal studies is preferred.