Immigration Paralegal

Immigration Paralegal

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, one of the world's leading global law firms, is seeking to hire an Immigration Paralegal that would report to the Senior Manager of Legal Practice Support. This position will provide legal support to the Immigration practice group in the preparation and filing of employment-based non-immigrant and immigrant petitions and applications. Our internationally-recognized immigration practice is dynamic and collegial, with excellent opportunities for professional growth, and the tools and support of one of the world's largest full-service law firms.

Based in either our Washington DC, Dallas, or Miami office, this position offers a flexible, hybrid in-office/remote working arrangement.

Primary Functions and Responsibilities

• Under close supervision and guidance of immigration legal staff and attorneys, prepare and file nonimmigrant and immigrant visa petitions and applications such as I-140 EB-1/2/3, AOS, H-1B, L-1, E-1/2/3, O-1, EAD, AP, J-1, PERM etc.
• Interface with clients to gather needed information and documents required for the preparation of petitions and applications
• Ensure that clients are kept apprised of the progress of their cases
• Respond to immigration inquiries in a timely manner
• Enter, update, and maintain data in immigration case management system
• Manage caseload and timely completion of work
• Track and manage critical deadlines
• Run active cases workload and client NIV expiration reports in immigration case management system
• Attend team meetings and continue educational programs/seminars
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university
• Two to four years of business immigration experience, preferably in a law firm setting

Other Qualifications and Requirements

To perform the job successfully, an individual must demonstrate the following knowledge skills and abilities:

• Experience with immigrant and non-immigrant petitions and applications
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to effectively interface with all levels of personnel within the organization and with external clients
• Excellent prioritization and time management skill
• Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced work environment
• Attention to details
• Strategic thinking
• Ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines and work overtime as needed

Benefits / Why Join Us

Morgan Lewis offers attractive benefits and competitive salaries. Our compensation structure rewards exceptional performance and recognizes the talent and experience that our people gain with each year of service. We are committed to offering the best and most comprehensive benefits including:

• Medical coverage, with a variety of plans
• Health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts
• Domestic partner coverage
• Parental leave
• Vacation and holiday leave
• Life and accident insurance
• Income protection, including sick leave, salary continuation, and long term disability.

Qualified candidates must apply online by visiting our website at and selecting "Careers."