Docket Clerk

Location: Falls Church, Virginia

About Our Firm

Blessinger Legal PLLC is a boutique immigration law firm in the Washington, DC metro area dedicated to guiding individuals and families through the complex U.S. immigration system. Our team represents clients before a wide range of government bodies, including USCIS, Immigration Courts, and federal courts. We are a mission-driven firm that prides itself on a collaborative culture and a client-centered practice, ensuring every client is treated with respect and dedication.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a diligent, organized, and efficient Docket Clerk to become an essential part of our growing team. In this highly visible role, you will be the organizational backbone of our legal practice, responsible for file and document management that is critical to our clients’ success. You will interact directly with clients and support our attorneys, ensuring our cases move forward smoothly and efficiently. This is a challenging and rewarding position with the potential for upward mobility and professional growth within the firm.

What You’ll Do (Responsibilities)

File & Document Management:

• Receive and scan all incoming mail and court filings.
• Create, organize, and maintain physical and digital client files for new, open, and closed cases.
• File all correspondence and legal documents accurately in client folders.
• Update and maintain the firm's case management system with new information.

Case & Client Support:

• Prepare files for court hearings, ensuring all necessary documents are present and organized.
• Prepare filings for submission to various government entities.
• Draft form letters to clients regarding upcoming appointments, hearing dates, and case updates.
• Deliver documents to clients as needed.

Office Operations:

• Manage and organize all office supplies, maintaining a log of inventory.
• Handle daily mail runs to the Merrifield Post Office.
• Perform other administrative tasks as assigned by the legal team.

What You'll Bring (Qualifications)

Required:

• Minimum of a high school diploma.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.
• A valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Experience using Microsoft Outlook, Sharepoint, and Google Voice.

Who You Are:

• An exceptionally organized individual with a high level of attention to detail.
• A resourceful problem-solver who can successfully manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• A professional with a courteous demeanor, capable of interacting successfully with clients.
• Experience with a case management system is a plus.

Why You'll Love Working with Us (Compensation & Benefits)

• A competitive salary based on your experience.
• Health and dental insurance provided through Blue Cross Blue Shield. The Firm will fully pay for your personal HMO plan. If you opt for a different plan, you will be responsible to pay the difference.
• Access to a Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Two weeks of paid leave, in addition to most federal holidays.
• 401(k) with a 50% employer match on contributions up to 3% of your salary (available after one year of employment).
• Opportunities for professional development through our Tuition Reimbursement program.

How to Apply

To be considered, please submit your resume and a letter of interest. The subject of your message must include the words “Docket Clerk Superstar.”

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. The position is open until filled.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30,000.00 - $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Language:

• Spanish (Required)
• English (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Falls Church, VA 22042 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Falls Church, VA 22042: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person