Job Title
Paralegal
Job Responsibilities
The Paralegal will support the law firm’s immigration practice in a bustling downtown office. The core duties of the position include:
- Preparing and filing nonimmigrant visa petitions, including but not limited to H-1B, individual and L-1 Blanket L-1, TN, O-1, E-2, and E-3 visas.
- Preparing and filing immigrant visa petitions, such as EB-1 Extraordinary Ability, EB-1 Priority Worker petitions, EB-2 and EB-3 petitions, and EB-5 petitions.
- Preparing and filing Naturalization applications, re-entry permit applications, and abandonment applications.
- Preparing and filing Labor Certification Applications under the PERM program.
- Preparing and filing family-based petitions.
- Preparing and filing Immigrant Visa Petitions at . Consulate posts.
Education and Experience Information
Qualified candidates must have a minimum of 5 years of immigration paralegal experience. Additionally, candidates must be bilingual in English and Spanish, demonstrating professionalism, confidentiality, initiative, flexibility, and organizational and customer service skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, as well as knowledge and 2+ years of experience with electronic document management systems and immigration case management software, are required. Filesite experience is preferred.
Salary Information
Actual salaries will vary depending on various factors, including relevant experience and skillset. The salary range is one component of the law firm's total compensation package for employees. Other monetary rewards include annual discretionary bonuses based on performance and profit-sharing contributions based on eligibility and firm profitability.
Additional Benefits
The law firm provides a comprehensive suite of benefits to promote health and financial security, which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as life, accident, and disability insurance plans. Employees also have the opportunity to participate in 401(k) retirement benefits, commuter benefits, and well-being programs.
Equal Opportunity Employment
The law firm is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, or conditions of employment based on race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by applicable laws. The firm participates in the E-Verify program and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.
Job Details
Job Family
Paralegal
Pay Type
Salary
