Legal Assistant/law Clerk - Newark, United States - Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark, Mount Carmel Guild Behavioral Health and Mount Carm

Description

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark is currently seeking a
Full Time Legal Assistant/Law Clerk for our
Immigration Assistance program located in
Newark, NJ. The Immigration Assistance program provides assistance to clients with immigration needs by providing low-cost, fee-for-service legal assistance in all phases of immigration and naturalization proceedings, representation in deportation or exclusion proceedings before the Immigration Court, and assistance in any matter involving immigration and citizenship.

The Legal Assist will assist attorneys with developing cases, reviewing and preparing agency and court correspondence, conducting research and drafting documents, and handling electronic and telephonic client communications.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree
• At least one year of experience as a legal assistant or related position in a legal setting

CURRENT EMPLOYEES:


MISSION:

- _In response to the Gospel of Jesus Christ, Catholic Charities, as a ministry of the Archdiocese of Newark, serves the poor and marginalized and advocates for their needs in order to promote the inherent dignity and worth of all people without regard to race, religion, or culture._


BENEFITS:

• CCAN offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package for employees, with an 80/20% cost split between employers (80) and employees (20). CCAN is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin/ancestry, citizenship status, disability, age, marital or family status, and military or veteran status.
• Potential eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.

Pay:
$39, $50,000.00 per year


Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k)

matching

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (required)

Experience:

- legal assistant or related position in a legal setting: 1 year (required)


Work Location:
In person