Immigration Paralegal

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Immigration Paralegal to join our growing immigration team. The ideal candidate will have experience managing a variety of employment-based and family-based immigration matters and possess a thorough understanding of U.S. immigration processes and procedures. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with attorneys, clients, and government agencies while managing a diverse caseload in a fast-paced legal environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file employment-based nonimmigrant visa petitions, including:

  • H-1B
  • L-1
  • O-1
  • TN
  • E visas

• Prepare and coordinate consular applications, including:

  • E-2 Visa Applications
  • DS-160 Applications
  • Consular Processing Matters

• Manage all stages of employment-based immigrant cases, including:

  • PERM Labor Certifications
  • I-140 Immigrant Petitions
  • I-485 Adjustment of Status Applications

• Prepare and process family-based immigration petitions and applications.

• Monitor case deadlines and maintain accurate case records.

• Draft support letters, forms, and correspondence for attorney review.

• Communicate directly with clients regarding case status, required documentation, and filing requirements.

• Collect, review, and organize supporting documentation and evidence.

• Prepare responses to Requests for Evidence (RFEs) and government inquiries.

• Track priority dates, filing deadlines, visa expirations, and case milestones.

• Maintain case management databases and ensure data accuracy.

• Stay informed on changes in immigration laws, regulations, and filing procedures.

• Communicate professionally with government agencies, including USCIS, the Department of Labor, and U.S. Consulates.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of immigration paralegal experience in a law firm or corporate immigration environment.
• Strong experience handling employment-based immigration matters from initiation through filing.
• Hands-on experience with PERM Labor Certifications, H-1Bs, L-1s, O-1s, I-140s, I-485s, consular processing, and family-based immigration matters.
• Excellent organizational and case management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and immigration case management software.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and team members.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and/or Paralegal Certificate.
• Experience managing high-volume immigration caseloads.
• Familiarity with business immigration compliance matters.
• Experience preparing complex employment-based immigration filings.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Collaborative and supportive work environment

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.