Legal Staff Paralegal in Reston, VA

Law Firm

Reston, VA

Legal Staff Paralegal in Reston, VA

Legal Staff

3-5 yrs required

No

Job Title: Immigration Paralegal

Job Responsibilities:
- Assist and support immigration attorneys in preparing and filing various immigration applications and petitions. This includes handling nonimmigrant visa petitions such as E-1/E-2/E-3, H-1B, O-1, R-1, TN, as well as I-140 immigrant visa petitions, naturalization applications, Adjustment of Status Applications, and PERM applications.
- Communicate with client HR and legal representatives regarding case preparation and status updates.
- Liaise with relevant government agencies, including USCIS, CBP, US Department of State, and US Department of Labor, to ensure compliance and proper processing of documents.
- Analyze, review, and organize documents and data from materials produced to support immigration cases.
- Prepare and coordinate document production and responses to requests for evidence.
- Assist attorneys in gathering evidence, preparing supporting documents, and ensuring compliance with procedural requirements and filing deadlines.
- Analyze and review case details to determine necessary future actions.
- Demonstrate strategic thinking and initiative in handling case assignments and resolving any delays in the process.
- Enter time records accurately.
- Create new files and update client matter reports to ensure accurate case tracking.
- Address client inquiries regarding case status, including processing steps, timelines, and consular appointment issues.
- Conduct ongoing and regular case tracking and management using the law firm's systems and procedures.

Education and Experience Information:
- Ability to manage client relationships for high-volume clients and complex projects under short deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail and proficiency with various technology platforms, including Microsoft Office and Immigration Case Management Software.
- Effective communication skills in oral and written English.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Must demonstrate initiative, team orientation, and professionalism.
- Ability to work independently, multitask, and prioritize assignments in a fast-paced environment.
- Exceptional writing skills are required.
- Flexibility to work overtime as necessary.
- Educational Requirements: An Associate’s Degree is required, while a Bachelor's Degree is considered a plus.
- Paralegal Certificate is considered a plus.
- 3-5 years of business immigration experience is required.

Salary Information:
- Not provided in the text.

Additional Information:
- This is not a remote position.
- The law firm is committed to equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristics protected by law.