Organization: Alonso & Alonso Attorneys at Law, PLLC

Reports to: Records Team Lead Family Based

Employment Type: Full-Time Contractor 

Location: Remote

About Us

At Alonso & Alonso, we provide personalized attention and services that are tailored to meet the specific needs of each of our clients. We achieve this through client education, consistent updates, thorough assessment of each case, and customized legal strategies based on each client's circumstances.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties

• Draft and submit FOIA (Freedom of Information Act) requests to various government agencies.

• Review FOIA results and organize the information for attorney review.

• Request criminal dispositions from courts or law enforcement agencies.

• Review and track FBI background check results.

• Monitor USCIS processing times and update the legal team as needed.

• Request and obtain vital records such as birth certificates, marriage certificates, and divorce decrees.

• Call USCIS to follow up on pending matters or to confirm receipt of documents.

• Send written inquiries to USCIS and the National Visa Center (NVC).

• Update client records in internal systems with new documentation or responses.

• Collaborate with attorneys, legal assistants, and other departments to ensure timely document submission and case support.

Required Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to manage multiple record requests and deadlines simultaneously.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and document management systems.
   

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working in an immigration law firm or with immigration-related government agencies (e.g., USCIS, NVC, FBI, state departments).

• Familiarity with FOIA procedures and common immigration case types Vawa and non Vawa.

• Proficiency in editing legal documents is highly valued

Technical Requirements

• Computer: Intel i5 (8th Gen+) or AMD Ryzen 5 (3000+), or Mac M1+. Min. 8 GB RAM, 256 GB SSD.

• OS: Windows 11 or macOS.

• Monitors: Two screens required.

• Headset: USB wired or wireless.

• Internet: Wired connection, at least 20 Mbps.

Key Performance Indicators

• Record Request Turnaround Time

Average number of business days it takes to complete a request for vital records, FOIAs, or criminal dispositions from the date of assignment.

• Monthly Task Completion Effectiveness

Percentage of assigned monthly tasks (requests, reviews, follow-ups) completed accurately and on time.

• Document Accuracy Rate

 Percentage of submitted records or FOIAs that require no corrections or resubmissions.

Work Environment

• Full-Time Contractor

• Remote work

• Collaborative, mission-driven culture with a fast-paced startup dynamic.

Salary and Benefits

• Salary Rate: $7

• Benefits: 

• Paid Time Off

• Mental Health Days

• Growth opportunities

• Remote work

Application Process

You may apply to our career page: https://alonsoandalonsolaw.wd503.myworkdayjobs.com/Alonso

Physical Demands

This position primarily involves sedentary work, requiring the ability to sit for extended periods while using a computer, phone, and other office equipment. Must handle typing and data entry tasks efficiently.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Alonso & Alonso attorneys at law is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, age, or any other protected characteristic.