Immigration Paralegal

About This Role

Supporting employment-based immigration matters for corporate clients within a collaborative law firm environment is the key focus of this role. It suits a candidate with strong employment-based immigration experience, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple matters efficiently while delivering high-quality support to attorneys and clients.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file employment-based immigration petitions and applications, including H-1B, L-1, TN, E-3, O-1, PERM, I-140, and Adjustment of Status (I-485) filings
• Draft and review immigration-related documentation, such as support letters, job descriptions, and audit files
• Manage case timelines and monitor status of filings with USCIS, DOL, and DOS
• Coordinate closely with attorneys, clients, and beneficiaries to collect necessary documentation and information
• Maintain case files and upload documentation to the firm’s case management system, ensuring accuracy and completeness
• Track and manage deadlines, including visa expirations, Requests for Evidence (RFE) response dates, priority dates, and PERM recruitment timelines
• Assist with preparing responses to Requests for Evidence, audit responses, and other government inquiries
• Communicate case status updates to clients and respond to client inquiries professionally and promptly
• Accurately record time worked and enter time and description into time and billing system

Requirements

• Associates degree or Bachelor’s degree with a major in paralegal studies, or:
  • A Bachelor’s degree with an unrelated major, and have:
    • A certificate from an ABA approved paralegal training program specializing in the area for which the candidate is being considered; or
    • Three years’ experience in the area of specialization for which the candidate is being considered or other comparable experience; or
    • Unique qualifications, experience, or training which fill a specific need within FBT Gibbons
• Minimum of three years of experience supporting employment-based immigration matters
• Strong research skills
• Extremely accurate and detailed in paperwork
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work with set goals and achieve them
• Capable of analyzing situations and solving problems effectively
• Ability to work under pressure and with time constraints
• Ability to work independently and as a team
• Strong organizational and attention to detail skills
• Proficient computer skills using MS Office applications
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed