Business Immigration Paralegal

Position Summary

The 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 petitions and applications. Candidate should also be flexible to work overtime as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepares petitions/applications for various immigration-related matters (PERM, I-140, CP, AOS, Naturalization, H-1B, L, E-1/2, TN, O-1, J, EB-5)

• Prepares responses to sometimes complex requests for evidence

• Maintains oversight of individual caseload to ensure timely completion of work

• 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

Qualifications
Skills & Competencies

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

• Excellent writing skills

• 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

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

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

 
Education & Prior Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree or Paralegal certification or equivalent experience required

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

• Experience in preparing immigrant and non-immigrant visa petitions

Technology

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

• Familiar with immigration case management systems (INSZoom)

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

GT is an EEO employer with an inclusive workplace committed to merit-based consideration and review without regard to an individual’s race, sex, or other protected characteristics and to the principles of non-discrimination on any protected basis.