Job Title: Immigration Paralegal
Job Responsibilities:
- Familiarity with a wide range of employment-based immigration practices is essential.
- Collaborating within a team environment to enhance knowledge of the law firm, client, and immigration processes.
- Taking the lead in client communications under the direction of an attorney, including case intake, document collection, and issue resolution.
- Providing guidance on software systems and case processing to clients and foreign nationals as directed by attorneys.
- Developing competent case handling skills while expanding knowledge and independence.
- Evaluating cases, communicating concerns, and escalating issues proactively and appropriately when necessary.
- Drafting petition forms and support letters, and assembling supporting documents for attorney review.
- Running weekly case reports for attorneys using INSZoom Reports and possibly generating client reports for attorney-client calls.
- Demonstrating competence with case management and other reporting tools and technologies for data and information management.
- Managing the status of all filed applications and petitions according to policy and utilizing the law firm's document, data management, and accounting/billing systems to prepare, monitor, and record all work aspects.
- Contacting government agencies as directed to obtain information regarding potential process delays or issues, and communicating the same to attorneys.
- Conducting pertinent research to gather necessary information, such as company or industry background, current wages, processing procedures, and standard processing times.
- Managing multiple assignments and/or deadlines while maintaining professionalism and seeking assistance when needed.
- Offering assistance to others when necessary.
- Maintaining an exceptional client service attitude and professional demeanor.
- Showing initiative, flexibility, resiliency, and a willingness to adapt to change.
- Taking ownership of tasks and completing them without the need for supervision.
- Maintaining a positive attitude when interacting with clients, co-workers, and attorneys.
- Contributing to an atmosphere of teamwork and congeniality.
Education and Experience Information:
- A minimum of 5-10 years of experience as an immigration paralegal or program manager is required.
- Experience preparing H-1B, L-1, TN, and PERM applications, preferably in a large law firm environment.
- Proficiency in Word, Outlook, LawLogix or INSZoom, and a document management system.
- Outstanding case management and organizational skills are necessary.
- Successful candidates will possess strong business writing skills and attention to detail.
Salary Information:
- The hourly rate range for this position is - . Actual base pay within this range will be determined by various factors, including but not limited to, location, relevant experience, internal equity, skills, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law.
Additional Information:
- Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with both the FCO and the California Fair Chance Act (FCA).
- The law firm offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with profit sharing, sick leave per Seattle law, and 15 days of paid time off and 10 paid holidays per benefit year.
- Additional benefits include 24/7 telehealth services, wellness programs, and optional benefits designed to support unique lifestyles.
- The law firm is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability, or any other protected status, in compliance with applicable laws.
- Relocation costs are not covered, and only direct applicants are being accepted; third-party recruiters or agencies will not be considered.
