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Legal Staff Paralegal in San Francisco, CA

Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP. Mar 26,2018 Nov 27,2017 Location USA San Francisco CA
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Law Firm

Legal Staff

Corporate - General

Min 3 yrs required

Profile

Senior Paralegal I The candidate will assist the Attorneys with the management of corporate immigration cases and client interactions. Will handle variety of duties related to legal document preparation and management, research and case management which requires knowledge of the legal system, terminology and procedures in addition to clerical and administrative skills. Works with clients to obtain documents and information necessary to prepare applications. Drafts support statements and organizes documentations for filling. Files and monitors applications and petitions with appropriate government agencies. Performs research to obtain information such as background on a company or industry, current wages, processing procedures, stand processing times, etc. Initiates contact with government officials to obtain necessary information to alert supervising attorney of potential delays or possible problems in the processing of an application. Providing excellent client service and serving as clients’ main day to day contact point. Regularly engage in report generation for self and others. Regularly evaluate cases and provide case strategies and/or solutions to issues. May provide training and guidance for HR contacts regarding BAL systems and general immigration matters. May be responsible for managing various corporate clients; serve as a point of contact for the company contact and manager in area(s) of expertise. Serve as a resource and often provide training and guidance to Attorneys and legal staff in area(s) of expertise. Participate in projects and/or committees as related to the area of expertise and to the practice area. Assist with setting BAL policies/procedures/protocols in area(s) of expertise. May be asked to write and prepare materials to be used internally and possibly externally. Drafting applications and supporting documentation for filing with government agencies. Monitor the status of all filed applications and petitions. Coordinating the preparation of immigration packets (petitions).

Qualification and Experience

The candidate must have Bachelor’s degree or equivalent. Should have 3+ years of progressive experience as a Paralegal or demonstrated ability to perform the functions of the position. Must have demonstrated mastery of Paralegal skills. Should have proven ability to handle a high volume of cases. Must have proven ability to become thoroughly proficient in handling complex, challenging, and VIP cases.

Additional info

ID: 2017-1483

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