Job Title: Immigration Paralegal
Job Responsibilities:
- Assist and support immigration attorneys in preparing and filing immigration applications and petitions. This includes nonimmigrant visa petitions (., E-1/E-2/E-3, H-1B, O-1, R-1, TN), I-140 immigrant visa petitions, naturalization applications, Adjustment of Status Applications, and/or PERM applications.
- Communicate with client HR and legal representatives regarding case preparation and status.
- Liaise with relevant government agencies such as USCIS, CBP, US Department of State, and US Department of Labor.
- Analyze, review, and organize documents and data from materials produced.
- Prepare and coordinate document production and responses to requests for evidence.
- Assist attorneys with gathering evidence, preparing supporting documents, preparing evidence and exhibits, and complying with procedural requirements and filing deadlines.
- Analyze and review case details to determine future actions.
- Demonstrate strategic thinking and initiative with regard to case assignments and identify and resolve delays in the process.
- Enter time records.
- Create new files and update client matter reports.
- Address client case status inquiries, including processing remaining steps in filing, processing times, and consular appointment issues.
- Conduct ongoing and regular case tracking and management using law firm systems and procedures.
Education and Experience Information:
- Educational Requirements: Associate’s Degree required, Bachelor's Degree a plus.
- Paralegal Certificate a plus.
- 3-5 years of business immigration experience required.
Salary Information:
- For New York, the expected salary range for this position is between and per hour. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.
The law firm is an equal employment opportunity employer. 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.
