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Immigration Paralegal

Immigration Paralegal

CompanyJackson Lewis
LocationWhite Plains, NY, USA
Salary$33 – $40
TypeFull-Time
DegreesAssociate’s
Experience LevelMid Level, Senior

Requirements

  • Ability to manage client relationships for high-volume clients and complex projects under short deadlines
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Proficiency with various technology platforms, including Microsoft Office and Immigration Case Management Software
  • Communicate effectively in oral and written English
  • Strong organizational and project management skills
  • Initiative, team orientation and professionalism
  • Ability to work independently, multi-task, and prioritize assignments in a fast-paced environment
  • Exceptional writing skills
  • Flexibility to work overtime as necessary
  • Educational Requirements: Associate’s Degree, Bachelor’s Degree a plus
  • Paralegal Certificate a plus
  • 3-5 years of business immigration experience required

Responsibilities

  • Assisting and support immigration attorneys in the preparation and filing of immigration applications and petitions
  • Communicating with client HR and legal representatives on case preparation and status
  • Liaising with relevant government agencies including USCIS, CBP, US Department of State, and US Department of Labor
  • Analyze, review and organize documents and data from materials produced
  • Prepare/coordinate document production and responses to requests for evidence
  • Assist attorney 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 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 Firm systems and procedures

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree a plus
  • Paralegal Certificate a plus