Managing Immigration Paralegal

Focused on employment and labor law since 1958, Jackson Lewis P.s 1,000+ attorneys located in major cities nationwide consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects business. We help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged and stable, and share our clients’ goals to emphasize belonging and respect for the contributions of every employee.

The Firm is ranked in the First Tier nationally in the category of Labor and Employment Litigation, as well as in both Employment Law and Labor Law on behalf of Management, in the U.News - Best Lawyers Best Law Firms.

Jackson Lewis has an opening for an Immigration Paralegal. The Immigration Paralegal will prepare and file all USCIS forms and draft supporting legal letters for all types of visas/applications/petitions. The responsibilities of the Immigration Paralegal will include:

Assist and support attorney in the preparation and filing of various non-immigrant petitions such as H-1Bs, L-1A/Bs, E-3, E-2, TN, O-1 and P Visas.

Assist and support attorney in the preparation of various immigrant matters such as PERMs, EB 1-3 I-140s, I-485s and Naturalization.

Liaise with relevant government agencies including USCIS, ICE, CBP, US Department of State, and US Department of Labor.

Analyze, review and organize documents and data from materials produced; and prepare/coordinate document production and responses to requests for evidence.

Assist attorneys with gathering evidence, preparing declarations and supporting documents, preparing evidence and exhibits, and complying with procedural requirements and filing deadlines for cases in the Immigration Court when needed.

Assist and support attorney in obtaining civil and criminal court records for immigration matters.

Enter billable time into billing system on a timely basis.

Willingness to adhere to all office and firm protocols related to work hygiene including punctuality, time management, etc.

Ability to manage client relationships for high-volume clients and complex projects under short deadlines.

2+ years of business immigration law experience.

Ability to accurately and timely input billable and non-billable time into billing system (Intapp).

Proficiency with various technology platforms, such as Tracker.

Strong organizational and project management skills.

Exceptional communication and writing skills.

Flexibility to work overtime as necessary.

Bachelor's Degree a plus but other relevant work experience considered.

Paralegal Certificate a plus

This position is also eligible for annual bonuses.

Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account

Firm-paid holidays, vacation and sick time

Employee assistance program and other firm benefits

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law.

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