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In an office, working as a team is very important. When people work together and join forces, they can do more in less time. In our office, the paralegal takes the role of the team leader. This person helps everyone to stay on track and keep on schedule, especially when deadlines are close. To keep to the deadline, it’s important to delegate tasks and allocate tasks clearly. This way, each person knows what to do, for example, one person can update the Excel sheet for the cases, another can do the intake, someone else can call the clients to give updates or ask for missing documents, and another team member can fill out the forms to send to immigration. When people share tasks, they feel more motivated and the pressure is not so heavy, it helps everyone work better and faster.

At Cabanillas & Associates, teamwork is very important because many people are working at the same time. We need to work together to avoid misunderstandings. As legal assistants, we often work on the same immigration processes across different teams. Sometimes, this can be confusing for clients, and they may feel frustrated. That’s why it is essential to get along with each other and communicate clearly. When everyone is on board, we can organize the work well and avoid problems.

In our role as legal assistants at Cabanillas, we work in a paperless office. It is not necessary to use any paper because everything is done online. We upload documents, fill out forms, and organize the information in digital folders. This is better for the environment and also helps with speed and organization. It’s easier to label files, share information, and monitor progress when everything is saved in the system. We don’t use hard copies, which makes the work more efficient.

The Medellín office has a very comfortable working space. We don’t work in a cramped space. Instead, we have large and bright cubicles that help us stay focused and connected. This type of space helps to create unity between workers and makes teamwork easier. It also allows us to communicate clearly and work with more energy during the day.

Sometimes, the company has a hard cap on time or budget, so we need to stay organized. If everyone communicates and respects their role, we can finish tasks and reach goals.

In conclusion, teamwork is important in any job. When people share tasks, communicate clearly, and stay on track, the work becomes easier and more efficient.

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Why I Consider Working in a Team is the Best Option

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Why I Consider Working in a Team is the Best Option

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I started working for Admin Ops in January and joined the New York SIJ team. From the beginning, I felt that I was part of a great team. Deisy, who was the person who training me, always got along well with me and made me feel supported. Later, I met Bessy, who is my paralegal. During the training, she shared tasks with me and clarified all the information that was unknown to me. To be able to complete my task I asked a lot and also try to do my best to learn and provide solutions and other choices to make the work easier and more comfortable for everyone. We also ran through different procedures several times to ensure I was confident and clear about each step. What I value most about working with my team is the ability to monitor progress together and keep everyone in the loop. Unfortunately, Deisy left the company due to personal reasons and since then, I have worked closely with Bessy, as I mentioned before from the beginning, we were both clear about what we expected from each other, which helped us establish a solid and respectful working relationship, we know have really connected as a team which another teams tell us that our collaboration is effective. Another reason why I believe working in a team is the best is because it allows for continuous learning. Every day, I learn something new from Bessy and other team members. We all have different experiences and perspectives, and that helps us see problems from various angles and come up with better solutions. Being part of a supportive team also gives me the confidence to grow professionally, speak up when I have ideas, and take initiative when necessary. When a team truly gels, there is trust, mutual respect, and clear communication. That is why I firmly believe that working in a team is not only the best way to achieve goals efficiently, but also the most rewarding path to personal and professional development.

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The importance of working on a team

Working on a team is incredibly important because it allows individuals to bring together their unique skills and perspectives to achieve common goals. When team members get along well, they can bounce ideas around freely, which often leads to more creative solutions. It’s essential to share responsibilities so no one is overwhelmed, and everyone can chip in to get the job done efficiently. Sometimes, team members need to work out differences or figure out how to best collaborate, which helps to strength their relationships and build an excellent work environment. By leaning on each other’s strengths, teams can pull together during challenging times and push forward to meet deadlines. Effective communication is key, when everyone speaks up and listens in, misunderstandings are minimized, and the team can move forward easily. Additionally, working on a team encourages individuals to step up and take on leadership roles, which can help them grow into more responsible and confident professionals. In general, being part of a team means learning how to work through obstacles collectively, support each other, and celebrate success together. It’s about creating an environment where everyone feels valued and motivated to keep up the force. Finally, the ability to work well with others not only boosts productivity but also amplify personal development, making teamwork an essential aspect of both personal and professional growth.

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Teamwork at Cabanillas & Associates plays a crucial role in ensuring our legal processes remain efficient and effective. I currently work as a legal assistant for Cabanillas & Associates; initially, I started working with the New York team. However, shortly after joining, there was a reorganization, and I was also assigned to the family law department in the state of Connecticut. At that time, the attorneys allocated me to handle client intake and complete court forms. Although we were a large team, the volume of work was staggering, especially considering the tight deadlines imposed by the courts. Therefore, in response to the increased workload and in order to stay on schedule, changes in team structure and task distribution were essential. As a result, we began to allocate tasks more strategically among team members. For instance, I was placed in charge of the initial stage of each case, which includes making first contact with the client, collecting essential information, and preparing court forms. Meanwhile, other team members focused on monitoring progress in court, submitting documents electronically, and keeping track of updates via the court’s website. This method allowed us to maintain regular updates on each case, stay in the loop, and create a paperless office environment that streamlined our workflow. In addition, by assigning responsibilities in this way, we were able to prioritize the most urgent cases while keeping the others steadily moving forward. This structure fosters synergy between teams, as I ensure that everything in the initial stages is completed correctly and on time, so the next team can process and prioritize cases effectively. At the same time, they inform us of any urgent court requests or developments that require immediate attention, which enables a rapid and organized response. In other words, the collaboration between teams allows everyone to have a shared understanding of the status and needs of each case without having to individually monitor every step. At the same time, this continuous communication ensures I have immediate access to all relevant information necessary to complete the final stage of my responsibilities preparing both clients and attorneys for their hearings. As mentioned earlier, I receive notices from the court as well as updates from team members regarding new documents or hearing dates. It is of vital importance that these notices are received promptly so the calendar team can assign attorneys without scheduling conflicts. Furthermore, I must begin preparing clients at least one week before the hearing. This includes notifying them of the hearing date and time, advising them on proper court behavior, and helping them understand the key points we need to address. I also brief them on the types of questions the judge might ask, ensuring they are confident and well-prepared. To summarize, our workflow operates in a circular and integrated manner each team’s output becomes the input for the next, reinforcing the importance of communication, task allocation, and prioritizing urgent matters. Ultimately, this structure allows us to remain efficient, responsive, and fully prepared at each stage of the legal process.

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Currently, I am working for an immigration team that works on Petitions and Adjusment of Status and other topics that legalize the status of ilegal immigrants in the United States. When I first started we only had two people on the team, Cielo my team leader and me, we used to share tasks because we had fewer cases, but now we have 4 members in our team, and Cielo delgates tasks to the other 3 members. My other two members, Alejandro and Geraldine helps us stay on track with all of the cases we get assigned and I help Cielo stick to the schedule of interview preparations and request for evidences. Even though we each have different cases to our names we keep in the loop every team member just in case someone is not available, we can take over the case. Furthermore, we have weekly meetings to run through our excel spreadsheet to know the status of the urgent cases. We usually monitor the progress of the cases that were submitted so we can give regular updates to our clients to avoid them feeling neglected. In addition, we have to prioritaze tasks when we get assigned a retainer marked as rush, when this happens and we have to stick to the deadline we have to clarify information with the liason via phonecall due to the unclear information they give. Also we join forces with the offices when a client is unhappy so they help us recolecting the documents and we draft the forms as fast was we can. While our job can be stressful I get along well with my team members and like to chat about our lifes out of the office, this makes our daily work less stressful and more possitive. Cielo's team gels and that is why we work so well and efficiently. Since we work so well together our rate of approval is high, it also contributes that our team leader Cielo likes to send packages as perfect as we can, we have to name documents perfectly on the Worldox application so she does not gets confused. Even though Admin ops is a paperless office, Cabanillas is not, we send packages via certified mail in paper and they usually have more than 200 pages so it is not really green for the environment. Finally, due to Admin Ops having a cramped space I was sent to work from home like my team member Alejandro. i really enjoy working from my house but I miss seeing my friends from work but we try to solve that making team meetings everyday while we work so that way if anyone has a question they can open their microphone and ask their questions and we can solve their doubts and see if evverybody is on board with the solution we find. This is the reason why I love my team and the members in it.

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Working as a team means trying to figure out problems together. It involves thinking about how we can improve things and allocate responsibilities in the most efficient way. Also, is to recognize how, as a team, we can collaborate and appreciate the value of each roles. on the other side, I work in Corona office. We all the time need to allocate functions and schedule meetings on Friday to organize what we are going to do for each case and look for alternatives to upgrade the customerservices. For example; we have a new member team called Erika.We onboard her into the team and share with her some tasks. Also, when we have difficult cases, we join forces as a team and try to figure out how we can manage the situations and how we prioritize the tasks in order to complete all the objective. However; in some cases, we have to talks with the leader (Rafael), who is the person in charge, and he helps us to determine other options for the client related to the payments or required documents.Despite we can join like a team, sometimes the communication is a little hard. We try to use some tools like calls or meetings to sortout the problems immediately.

Furthermore, we know who is in charge of each task, and this facilitates the work and helps us be more efficient. For example, we have a customer that is an unpolite person. With the collector, we started to make some strategies to collect from him like : before collecting, we always gave him the details of his case and try to be very friendly and polite, even if he is asking in a bad ways. We keep a good attitud.In addition ,I am an account manager, and my functions are to give the dettails to the clientts about the status of their cases. That is the reason we need to keep studying the cases, since each case has a different timeline and different stages. Therefore, we have training at least once every two weks with the leader of each team. Also, I should collect from the client and get to an agreementt. futhermore Geting along with the clients is a good strategy being polite and patient, trying to listen to their complaints and concerns, and seeing if there are soluttions for them.

By: Alejandra Arroyave

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Cabanillas created a team here in Medellín. This project, lead by Moisés and Isabel, has more than 90 people on board. We joined forces with the law firm in USA to Support the operation, even from the distance, our team gelled and supported each other. The team leaders delegate task and we complete them in order to prioritise the most important ones, they always clarify the information so we know what we need to do, even if they have to ran through the information again. Our task are labeled by the assignation team in the USA, we use tag Numbers for each case so we can find them easily, our team leaders ensure we stay on track regarding the cases and provide regular updates to the clients. Cabanillas and admin Ops ensure a good environment, where work as a team is the key to provide great customer service.

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When I started working on the SIJ Team for Connecticut cases, I felt welcomed because the team leader expressed positive thoughts regarding to having me on board due to the high amount of cases that my coworkers need to attend. This is an example about the importance of working in a team. Furthermore, if you join forces and gel with the team, then you will have a good performance and the main purposes can be reached. On the other hand, when you are not a good team player and you do your own things, you will not have a good result at the end of your tasks. At this point, your team leader will monitor your progress and ask you if you need additional information or preparation to improve productivity. Nevertheless, it is also important taking into account the amount of work that your team has and then allocate tasks to ensure keeping on schedule and being fair with each member of the team. In addition, communication is also important for a team therefore, the team leader will not be forced to run through a topic again. Sometimes it can be annoying and uncomfortable if you do not have a certain communication channel with the team. To conclude, working in a team is challenging as long as you do not get along well with each person that is part of the team. It also affects directly to productivity, which is an important item inside of a company.

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In my job everything is based on team work. We all are working in the same process but we have different roles for help solve the problems of the client. One person cannot do all, so we need different perspective and abilities. That is why communicating the project is very important. We also need clarify information all the time for not have confusion.

Firstly when we start a new project we do a meeting to plan what we will do. We decide how the process will run through and we share tasks between us. My teamleader has to make sure everything goes well. Also she delegates tasks and prioritizes tasks depending of the deadline. She always tries listen to the team and help when is needed.

Another important point is stick to the deadline. If one person is late, all the process get delayed. So we do small daily meetings for check if we stay on track and keep on schedule. I think time management is one of the most important in team work.

Since we are homeoffice we work in paperless way. We use digital documents for make things easier to organize. We always try label cases correctly so we don’t lose anything. It’s not nice when you are searching something and can’t find it.

I homeoffice so cramped space is not a problem for me. I know that can be stressfull so I am good with that. We also do daily meetings for keep in the loop and see how is going the project. That help us fix problems more fast.

To sum up working in team is not always easy, but is necessary. You learn work with other people, help and ask for help too. When we communicate the project and share tasks the result is more better. The most important is support the team and work together for reach the same goal.

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I am currently working in the Bronx office as the virtual account manager. My position is very important within the office since I can more easily connect the team I work with and the clients, with the rest of the teams working around me.

My specific role requires a variety of tasks. I must have sufficient knowledge of legal procedures to provide clients with case updates, bill them, schedule appointments, coordinate with various teams, follow up on difficult cases or clients with specific situations, draft letter, and support my team by delegating tasks and assisting with back-office work.

On my team, I am supposed to work closely with the other in-person account manager, but in reality, I am in constant communication with the rest of my team on a daily basis.

The admin helps me follow up with clients or schedule appointments. In addition, they have a very important role in managing client documentation, which is crucial for continuing the case. There is also the legal assistant helps clients with legal issues.

The collector on my team is the person I think I have gel with the most. We talk daily; together, we have been able to find a working rhythm that works for us and helps us both perform well. We also occasionally help each other with assigned tasks.

Lately, I have been focusing on inactive cases, which has required close collaboration with both my office and the rest of the teams. These are cases that, for some reason, have not been followed up on in a certain number of months, or that still require specific action to continue the process.

It has been difficult since these cases are occasionally delicate or difficult to deal with. Very few are in that state because they have been forgotten. But with the help of others, these are cases that can be overcome.

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I began working at Cabanillas as a legal immigration assistant, and during this initial stage, I was warmly welcomed on board by a team that played a key role in helping me settle into the position. Over the course of about six months, I gained valuable insight into how the firm operated; in particular, I was part of a team that introduced me to the importance of timelines, phases, and procedures. Moreover, we quickly began gelling as a team, which made it easier to collaborate and to effectively delegate tasks according to each member's strengths. Later on, I transitioned to the role of account manager for the Brooklyn office, where I have continued to grow professionally. In this role, I’ve developed strong experience in customer service, as well as in legal areas I hadn’t encountered before, such as bankruptcy, divorce, and criminal law. Furthermore, the gelling process with this new team was seamless, largely thanks to my manager’s leadership; she has not only been a great source of support but also welcomed me on board from day one and ensured that responsibilities were delegated clearly and fairly. I’ve also made it a priority to be a reliable team player in the Brooklyn office, contributing to a collaborative environment where tasks are shared efficiently and everyone's input is valued. Overall, both roles have allowed me to develop a broad and well-rounded understanding of legal operations and client management, while also strengthening my ability to integrate into diverse teams and contribute meaningfully from the start.

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I joined the team at New Jersey SIJ family department in November 2024, and from the beginning, I felt really good and welcomed. The first person I met was Michael, who took the time to teach me how to monitor the progress of our cases. Additionally, he explained how we use the spreadsheet to do cases review to stay on top of everything. I get along very well with Michael, right now, we share many tasks because we work at a similar pace and understand each other’s work style. Since then, I’ve grown into my role and I try to learn everyday something new to improve. However, our team is led by Jose, who knows how to lead a team effectively. He ensures that everyone is on board when new strategies or changes are introduced, and he delegates tasks clearly. Thanks to his leadership, we’re able to keep on schedule. Also, one of my responsibilities is to call the clients and do the intakes. Nevertheless, I work closely with my paralegal, Maynel, and we prioritize cases based on urgency. For example, we handle “age-out” cases; those involving clients who are about to turn 21, as quickly as possible. So, to stay organized, we label and save all documents clearly in WD. Each file is named in a way that anyone in the law firm can understand, making it easy to reference them later. In addition, monitoring progress is a critical part of what we do. We regularly update spreadsheets and review each case to make sure that everything is good to file the case. By the way, I also work with Giovanna and Lina. Together, we follow up on court matters and make sure that everything is handled properly. We’ve built a team. I also enjoy working with Emmily and Ivis, both of them are always on board when leadership introduces new workflows or procedures. Even though our office can feel like a cramped space during busy days, our ability to support each other helps us stay focused. Everyone plays their part, and we run a team that works efficiently. Finally, I’m happy to be part of a this team :)

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Working in a team is very important and useful nowadays. People often need to work together in school, at work, and in everyday situations. To begin with, teamwork allows people to use their different strengths and combine ideas to reach a shared goal. When people work together, they can achieve more than if they worked alone. As a result, the work becomes faster, more organized, and often better.

Moreover, teamwork helps people to improve communication skills. It teaches on how to speak clearly, listen to others, and share ideas in a respectful way. Not only that, but it also helps to become more patient and understanding. Therefore, team members learn to respect different opinions and see the value in other people’s ideas. Besides, when people with different ideas and experiences work together, they often find more creative and interesting solutions.

However, working in a team is not always easy. For instance, sometimes people disagree or one person may not do their part. This can make the work harder for everyone. Even so, these problems can usually be solved with respect and assertive communication. That said, it’s important to be open mind and willing to compromise when needed.

Compared to working alone, being part of a team means you have to share responsibility and sometimes change your way of thinking. Because of this, it is a good idea to set clear goals and divide task among the team according to each one skills and roles. In this way, the team can avoid confusion and stay focused on the task.

In addition, having regular meetings or check-ins helps the team stay organized and on track. In fact, good communication is one of the most important parts of teamwork. If not, people might misunderstand each other, and the work could suffer. Another important point is that teamwork builds trust. When people feel safe to share their ideas and give feedback, the team becomes stronger.

In conclusion, working in a team has many benefits. It helps people to become better at communicating, solving problems, and working with others. It also helps them grow as individuals. Although there can be some difficulties, the positive results are usually much greater. Generally speaking, teamwork is a valuable skill that helps people succeed in many areas of life.

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Working in a team is something I experience every single day in my role as team lead of the postpetition team in the SIJ NY department. Since we work with minors and family cases, our tasks are time-sensitive and require constant coordination. I lead the team responsible for preparing clients for their interviews and court appearances, which means I not only manage my own responsibilities, but also support my team in completing theirs. To begin with, one of my main duties is assigning tasks based on the complexity of each case and the strengths of my team members. Some clients need more support understanding the process, while others have urgent cases that require immediate court preparation. I make sure each team member knows exactly what they need to do and by when. Clear instructions and proper delegation help us work more efficiently and avoid unnecessary delays. Besides, normally we have a draft of a lot of complex documents and some requirements from the judge so we need to do it fast and without mistakes. Furthermore, we work with strict deadlines, especially when a client is approaching their 21st birthday or has an upcoming court hearing. That’s why staying on schedule is absolutely critical. We keep a special spreadsheet to track all key dates, and we also use shared calendars or even spreadsheets to follow up on progress. Every day, I check in with my team to see what’s pending, what’s been completed, and what might need extra attention. This helps me prevent issues before they become problems. Since our cases involve multiple steps and teams, it's important to keep everyone in the loop. I coordinate regularly with the calendar team, attorneys, office, and even external providers like per diems. I also make sure my team receives updates as soon as I do, whether through email, team chats, whatsapp. Good communication keeps everyone informed and reduces confusion, especially when dealing with urgent or complex cases. Finally, preparing clients for court is a team effort. While one person might be gathering documents, another might be reviewing the case with the client, and I often step in to handle last-minute questions or help the attorneys with the hearings. I also make sure the team follows a checklist so we don’t miss any important steps. I truly believe that collaborative projects work best when people understand their role and feel supported. To summarize, working in a team—especially as a team lead—requires balance, communication, and a clear plan. By assigning tasks fairly, staying on schedule, and keeping everyone connected, we are able to support our clients and each other. At the end of the day, success in our department is only possible because we work together.

Camilo Vallejo – remote team

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Working in a team that is divided into different departments requires efficient communication and collaboration to achieve the same goal; therefore, it is important to get everyone on board and be cooperative even if each person is focused on doing their own thing, because everyone has clear roles and mutual support to be more productive and organized with each case. Since we work across departments such as Family Law, Immigration, and others, we often need to join forces to handle cases for instance, when processing work permits, Social Security applications, or adjustment of status, multiple departments may be involved. To manage these cases effectively, we always share tasks and allocate tasks based on the State where the client resides or the office nearest to them. Once this is determined, the case is assigned to a paralegal and their support staff. The paralegal acts as the team leader and is responsible for delegating tasks within their group. While each team member does their own thing by focusing on their responsibilities, they also help prioritize tasks to ensure urgent matters, such as deadlines, are addressed as soon as possible. Everyone’s contribution is essential to advance each case. Attorneys in the Immigration department usually delegate tasks to paralegals because their time is primarily dedicated to court appearances and legal research. Although the attorney remains accountable for the case, the paralegal ensures that every document is prepared and submitted on time, with responsibilities clearly defined to avoid confusion and delays. We have found that successful teams gel over time, especially when communication is consistent and respectful; regular check-ins, shared calendars, and real-time updates help us stay aligned. Finally, about my experience, I work as an a virtual legal assistant and I work for Cecilia, she is a Immigration paralegal in New Jersey State only for SIJ cases, I do different tasks such as Intakes and schedule the clients to sign forms, and to sum up, Cecilia delegate to me all the tasks she needs me to do, we join forces to advance in each case and we are in touch everyday.

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I work in SIJ NY department, so teamwork is a really important for part of our job. We recently got on board a new colleague named Luna, she will help us to improve our workflow, as we have a heavy workload. Nevertheless, we are a team that gels well. We have a good work environment between us, so when someone needs help, we share tasks without any issue. To check we are doing well with the department numbers we have meetings regularly with the operations team, they monitor our progress and look for solutions when some problem presents. In my case i give regular updates to my paralegals and keep them posted about any upbringing that shows up with the cases i work. To be able to complete our tasks on time we keep on a schedule to prioritize tasks. First, we prioritize cases when the subject of the case (the minor) is close to his 21st birthday. That is because one of the requirements for SIJ NY is that the minor must be under 21 years old to be able to submit the case to the Court. Also, we prioritize tasks when the client has paid a lot of money for his case, so we tag them and mark them as rush cases. Additionally, we have to keep on track with clients cause some of them are difficult to deal with, that's why we have to be in constant contact with them as we need their cooperation to complete the case. To be able to keep track of all the clients we have them referenced with a PM number.

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Currently, I support the PA SIJ team as well as the NJ SIJ team. Although, both teams closely monitor the same prerequisite juveniles status program, there are some procedural distinctions between them, so to avoid misunderstandings and guarantee that we always stay on track and informed, these differences call for clear communication and comprehension.

When I first started working for Admin OPS, my only assignments were to keep monitoring cases in New Jersey. But, as time went on and I acquired more experience, consequently I became a part of the PA team. I now handle the cases I monitor in a much more leading and proactive manner, dealing directly with the complexities of each case in this role.

The New Jersey team is made up of several dedicated individuals who come who work together as an integrated unit: Our supervisor is Jose Perez. He skillfully manages our work, carefully delegated specific tasks to the legal assistant, and stayed on with all ongoing procedures in New Jersey. Under his direction, everything runs efficiently; Giovanna keeps us in the loop on any new information that comes up in court or in the form of deficiency letters; Ivis is meticulous in her work, keeping strict and staying on track of all deadlines. Her meticulous attention to these critical timelines is essential for preventing delays and ensuring compliance; Emmily is Malena's virtual assistant, offering committed remote support; Michael serves as Jason's assistant, offering invaluable assistance to guarantee tasks finish on schedule. Finally, Ana helps out with Maynel as well. The management of urgent cases is the primary responsibility of both. These are cases that need to be handled right away and must be submitted as soon as possible, in order to carefully meet all the strict specifications, set forth by the presiding judge. Their ability to deal with these urgent cases is priceless.

On the Pennsylvania side, my area leader is Moises. Therefore, I regularly engage in discussions with him regarding various aspects of our cases, that includes vital updates on case progress, scheduling and details of court appointments, and any unexpected situations that might emerge with clients. These discussions are crucial for addressing any issues that could potentially delay or adversely affect the cases, particularly concerning their presentation in court.

For these reasons, both the New Jersey team and the Pennsylvania team converge weekly with Moises and Oriana. Since, these regular meetings are fundamental for diligently tracking assigned tasks and staying completely informed of any relevant information. This level of communication has become even more critical given the recent significant changes to juveniles' status policies that were implemented by Trump’s administration. These policy shifts have directly resulted in a considerable increase in the team's overall workload, making it necessary to implement new strategies and measures to meet the revised and often more stringent delivery times.

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Working in a team is important in a company's environment considering we are all on board on the company's mission, and we have all specifics roles. We must gel and join forces with our coworkers to complete our job in the best way possible and make a good development of the company's purpose. We must learn to delegate tasks, to give instructions in a kind way, to clarify information when it's necessary, to avoid committing any mistakes. Also, it is good to ask whether you have a question or even if you want to confirm something, and that is when building a team becomes so important, because you can have someone supporting you, offering answers or even helping you with the things you may not know. Working in a team it's a great way to stay on track and keep an eye on everything, in my case we must stick to deadlines and have regular updates that it would be difficult to complete only for the paralegal, that's why he allocated tasks. Having someone else on board is kind of difficult sometimes, because you need to know a little bit the other person and it way to work because that person is probably not going to work or be the same way as you are, so you must get on well to make a great work environment and something simple like saying “it is great to have you on board” can make a significant difference in the way the other person perceive the team, it can make them feel even kind of cozy and you can be a really sensitive team leader in the way to complete your goals. Also, having tools can improve the development of tasks, for example, creating tags, using colors, having monitor progress, and something really important is prioritize task, because it’s not the same to have a case that you must complete for this week than something you have more time to look for, so it is great to label those urgent cases in order to make them first.  I work with Hamlet, for CT SIJ and petition, and we try to use some of the above tools to help us run through all the cases in the best way possible, also, my paralegal and I share tasks so in that way not only one person is going to do the tough job. Additionally, we are both constantly looking for improve in our jobs by making different files and having an update list of the cases, the status of them, the documents clients' need to give us, etc. That information is necessary to make a correct track of the cases, so we don't miss anything.