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Position Summary:

The Business Immigration Paralegal position will provide organizational and practice specific support to attorneys in our highly specialized Immigration Department. Will assist the team in a wide range of business immigration matters including preparing various immigration forms and applications. Candidate should also be flexible to work overtime as needed.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepares petitions/applications for various immigrant visas (PERM, I-140, CP, AOS, Naturalization, etc.) and non-immigrant visas (H-1B, L, E-1/2, TN, O-1, J)

• Processes I-485; submits applications for employment authorization document; travel document, replacement I-94 and I-90

• Changes and files extensions of statuses, including B2; processes fiancé/finance petitions

• Submits and files I-751 (Removal of Conditions)

• Maintains oversight of individual caseloads as well as that of paralegal caseloads to ensure timely completion of work

• Prepares responses to request for evidence

• Researches law, procedures and keeps track of immigration law updates

• Manages various administrative duties; maintains case management database, directs client contact-- phone calls, emails, and postal correspondence

• Creates and maintains reports as needed

• Contacts USCIS and U.S. consulate/embassies, schedules visa appointment interviews

• Assists in client intakes, prepares client mailings and submissions to various immigration offices

• Liaises with government agencies (DOL, USCIS, NVC) to troubleshoot issues as necessary

• Assists with other department activities as needed, and performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned

Skills & Competencies:

• Ability to communicate professionally and interact effectively with all levels of personnel, including management staff and support staff

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written), professional demeanor and presentation

• Ability to be a proactive self-starter who understands the details within a much larger context

• High attention to detail, outstanding organizational skills and the ability to manage time effectively

• Excellent customer service skills and ability to work on multiple matters simultaneously in an organized manner and under minimal supervision

• Flexibility and able to respond quickly and positively to shifting demands

• Position also requires the ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines

Qualifications & Prior Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree required, Certificate in Paralegal Studies from an accredited institution preferred; equivalent experience considered

• Certified Paralegal a plus

• Minimum of 3-5 years International Immigration experience within a law firm with demonstrated knowledge of complex issues within the Immigration practice area

• Experience in preparing immigrant and non-immigrant visas

• Computer proficiency in Windows-based software and Microsoft Office Suite applications including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook

• Familiar with immigration case management systems (Bluedot or INSZoom)

• Exceptional computer skills with the ability to learn new software applications quickly