Immigration Paralegal

About the role

Williams Mullen is seeking a paralegal to join a fast-paced corporate immigration practice. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in a team with multiple immigration attorneys and will proactively and professionally interact with clients on a regular basis. This position is 100% in office.

Responsibilities

• Assisting attorneys in the management of client relationships.
• Preparing immigration cases as assigned for submittal to the appropriate government agency and achieving a mastery of case types from simple to complex filings within particular practice area(s).
• Demonstrating independence in handling cases and achieving goals.
• Understanding the procedures and documentation required for cases to be filed successfully and following the company’s service standards.
• Working with clients to gather the necessary information and documentation in a timely manner.
• Conducting basic legal research to support the attorneys with respect to changing case requirements and legal developments.
• Preparing forms according to information received from clients.
• Preparing letters and other documents on behalf of the employer/client.
• Finalizing documents after review by the attorney.
• Demonstrating ability to manage a high caseload and work within strict timelines.
• Monitoring the status of all filed applications and petitions.
• Running reports to assist in managing one’s own caseload.
• Assisting with the review of billing protocols and ensuring that billing guidelines are met.
• Evaluating cases and assisting in providing case strategies and/or solutions to issues.
• Providing company contacts with training and guidance regarding the company’s systems and general immigration matters.
• Engaging in frequent contact with company client(s).
• Keeping abreast of current regulations and procedures relating to filing applications.

Requirements

• At least 5-7 years of business immigration experience with H-1Bs, E-2s, L-1s, PERMs, I-140 Immigrant Petitions, and I-485 Adjustment of Status Applications.
• Experience preparing responses to Requests for Evidence a plus.
• Bachelor’s Degree and/or related paralegal certificate preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in immigration law and working in a law firm environment preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient computer and word processing skills.
• Detail oriented, well-organized, and able to handle multiple priorities.
• Knowledge of immigration case management software preferred (e.g. LawLogix, INSZoom, Immigration Tracker, etc.).
• Highly organized.