Immigration Paralegal
Beacon Hill · Chicago, IL · 3 days ago
Legal$80k–$100k/yrFull-time
Job Duties
- Prepare and file employment-based immigrant and nonimmigrant petitions, including H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, PERM, I-140, I-485, and related applications
- Manage full lifecycle PERM matters, including recruitment, documentation, and filing requirements
- Draft immigration forms, support letters, and petition packages in compliance with USCIS, DOL, and consular requirements
- Gather, organize, and review supporting documentation from employers and foreign national beneficiaries
- Serve as a primary point of contact for clients throughout the case lifecycle, providing updates and responding to inquiries
- Prepare and coordinate responses to RFEs, audits, and other government requests
- Maintain accurate case records and case activity within case management and CRM systems
- Record billable time and manage deadlines across a high-volume caseload
- Collaborate closely with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to ensure exceptional client service
Qualifications
- 5+ years of employment-based immigration experience in a law firm setting
- Strong experience handling PERM labor certifications from start to finish
- Experience preparing H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, I-140, and I-485 filings
- Prior experience using immigration case management or CRM systems
- Ability to independently manage a caseload and prioritize competing deadlines
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work with confidential information
- Bachelor's degree and/or Paralegal Certificate preferred
- Exposure to EB-5 matters is a plus but not required
- Spanish language skills are a plus but not required
Salary Range
$80K - $100K
Schedule
A hybrid schedule with 4 days in the office and 1 day remote, with additional in-office time as needed during busy periods.
Benefits
Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Details will be provided upon successful hiring.