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
- Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health care coverage (medical, dental, and vision), life insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, employee wellbeing and EAP programs, paid time off, and a 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching and profit-sharing
Important Details
- Locations: Cincinnati, OH; Columbus, OH; Dallas, TX; Houston, TX; or Louisville, KY
About the Company
FBT Gibbons LLP is a national law firm focused on serving companies operating and investing in the middle market. With nearly 1,500 employees across 26 offices, they support clients ranging from large multinationals to mid-sized businesses and growth-oriented startups across the United States. Their teams collaborate across departments and geographies to deliver excellent service to clients, colleagues, and the communities they serve.
