Immigration Paralegal

Greenberg Traurig (GT), a global law firm with locations across the world in 15 countries, has an exciting employment opportunity for you. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package, along with the opportunity to work within an innovative and collaborative environment.

Join our Immigration Team as a Paralegal located in our Atlanta, Center for Excellence office.

We are seeking a highly skilled Business Immigration professional who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. The ideal candidate possesses strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, ensuring efficiency and accuracy in every task. With a dedicated work ethic and a can-do attitude, you will take initiative and approach challenges with confidence and resilience. Excellent communication skills are essential for collaborating effectively across teams and delivering exceptional client service. With a client-focused mindset and an initiative-taking approach, you will play a critical role in driving success, anticipating needs, and providing strategic solutions. If you are someone who demonstrate initiatives, adaptability, and innovation, we invite you to join our team.

This role will be based in our Atlanta office, on an in-office basis. Regular in-office presence is required for day-to-day operations, as well as for team meetings, training opportunities, and relationship building. This role reports to the Practice Group Manager.

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.

Key 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

Qualifications

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

Education & Prior Experience:

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

• Certified Paralegal a plus

• Minimum of 4 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

Technology:

• 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

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.