Immigration Paralegal

Fisher Phillips LLP; Canada; Remote; Full time

Job summary

Fisher Phillips LLP is seeking a skilled Immigration Paralegal to support attorneys in providing exceptional service to clients. This role involves handling all aspects of employment-based immigration cases, drafting documents, and ensuring operations run smoothly while maintaining a professional demeanor. The firm offers a dynamic work environment and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with profit sharing

15 days paid time off

10 paid holidays

24/7 telehealth services

Qualifications

• 5-10 years experience as immigration paralegal.
• Experience in preparing H-1B, L-1, TN, PERM applications.
• Strong business writing skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys in immigration case management.
• Draft petition forms and supporting documents.
• Communicate with clients regarding case intake and updates.

Skills

Organizational skills

Client service

Communication

Case management

Tools

LawLogix

INSZoom

Word

Outlook

Job description

(Any Fisher Phillips West Coast office, Full-time, Remote)

(Irvine, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Portland, Seattle, Sacramento, San Diego, San Francisco or Woodland Hills)

Fisher Phillips, a premier international labor and employment law firm, is seeking a skilled and experienced Immigration Paralegal to join our team. In this essential role, you will help ensure the smooth operation of our services, directly supporting our attorneys in delivering exceptional client service and upholding our commitment to excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Familiar with all types of employment-based immigration practices;
• Work in a team environment while building knowledge of Firm, client and Immigration processes.
• Under direction of Attorney, take lead with client communications for intake of cases, collection of documents and information, and troubleshooting issues.
• Provide guidance about software systems and case processing to clients and foreign nationals as directed.
• Competent case handling while developing wider knowledge base and increased level of independence.
• Evaluate cases, communicate concerns, and proactively and appropriately escalate if/as necessary.
• Draft petition forms, support letters and assemble supporting documents for attorney review.
• Run weekly case reports for attorney/s using INSZoom Reports and may be requested to run client reports for attorney calls with clients from INSZoom Reports.
• Competent with case management and other reporting tools and technologies used to manage data and information.
• Manage status of all filed applications and petitions per policy and utilize Firm document, data management, and accounting/billing systems to prepare, monitor, and record all aspects of work.
• As directed, make contact with government agencies to obtain information regarding any potential process delays or problems and communicates the same to attorney.
• Conduct pertinent research as necessary to gather information, e.g. background on a company or industry, current wages, processing procedures, standard processing times, etc.
• Able to juggle multiple assignments and/or deadlines while maintaining a professional demeanor and timely seeks assistance when needed.
• Willing and capable to offer assistance to others when needed.
• Maintains an exceptional client service attitude and professional demeanor at all times.
• Shows initiative, flexibility, resiliency and a willingness to adapt to change.
• Takes ownership and gets the job done without the need for prodding or supervision.
• Maintains a positive, “can do” attitude when dealing with clients, co-workers and attorneys.
• Contributes to an atmosphere of teamwork and congeniality.

Requirements

• Must have 5-10 years of experience as an immigration paralegal or program manager.
• Experience preparing H-1B, L-1, TN and PERM applications, preferably in a large law firm environment.
• Proficiency in Word, Outlook, LawLogix or INSZoom and a document management system.
• Outstanding case management and organizational skills are necessary
• Successful candidates will possess strong business writing skills and will value attention to detail.
• Maintains an exceptional client service attitude and professional demeanor at all times.
• Shows initiative, flexibility, resiliency and a willingness to adapt to change.
• Takes ownership and gets the job done without the need for prodding or supervision.
• Maintains a positive, “can do” attitude when dealing with clients, co-workers and attorneys.
• Contributes to an atmosphere of teamwork and congeniality.

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with both the FCO and the California Fair Chance Act (FCA).

The hourly rate range for this position is $41.82 - $50.00. Actual base pay within this range will be determined by several components, including but not limited to, location, relevant experience, internal equity, skills, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Why Join Us

At Fisher Phillips, we recognize that exceptional talent is the foundation of our success, enabling us to deliver outstanding service to both our internal and external clients. Joining our team means collaborating in a professional yet dynamic environment that leverages cutting-edge technology. Our leadership is committed to fostering your professional growth and providing opportunities to challenge yourself in meaningful ways.

We believe in rewarding talent with more than just a competitive salary. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with profit sharing, sick leave per Seattle law, and 15 days of paid time off and 10 paid holidays per benefit year.

Your well-being is our priority. We offer 24/7 telehealth services, a variety of wellness programs, and additional optional benefits designed to support your unique lifestyle. At Fisher Phillips, you’ll find a workplace that values your health, happiness, and continued professional development. To learn more about our firm, visit us at www.fisherphillips.com .

Equal Opportunity Employer

Fisher Phillips is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability, or any other protected status, in compliance with all applicable laws.

The statements in this position description are not necessarily all-inclusive. Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned, and requirements may vary from time to time.

Relocation costs are not covered. We are only accepting direct applicants; third-party recruiters or agencies will not be considered. No phone inquiries, please.