Immigration Virtual Assistant

VA Masters; Marikina; On-site; PHP 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

VA Masters in the Philippines is seeking an experienced Immigration Paralegal to support our business immigration practice. The role centers on preparing and compiling filing packets for USCIS, with a focus on employment-based visa categories, including H, L, and E petitions, and understanding AOS and CP pathways.

You will work closely with a US-licensed attorney, take ownership of your caseload, and have room to grow as the practice expands.

Qualifications

• Experience assembling USCIS filing packets for employment-based visas.
• Direct work with H, L, and E petitions.
• Familiar with AOS and CP processing steps.
• Strong English written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and compile USCIS filing packets for submission.
• Gather supporting docs for employment-based petitions.
• Organize evidence for AOS and CP cases.
• Draft letters and forms per USCIS standards.
• Track filing requirements and identify document gaps.
• Maintain organized digital case files.
• Request missing client documents proactively.
• Verify accuracy of forms and evidence prior to filing.
• Support attorney with case prep and admin tasks.

Skills

US filing packets

H L E petitions

AOS & CP procedures

USCIS forms knowledge

Document organization

Attention to detail

Independent worker

English communication

Education

Paralegal training

Legal studies background

Tools

Case management

Document management

Job description

Job Summary:
We're aiming to fill this role with an experienced Immigration Paralegal to support our business immigration practice. This role centers on preparing and compiling complete filing packets for submission to USCIS, with a focus on employment-based visa categories. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience assembling H, L, and E visa petitions and understands both Adjustment of Status and Consular Processing pathways.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and compile complete immigration filing packets for USCIS submission
• Assemble supporting documentation for employment-based visa petitions, including H, L, and E categories
• Organize and review evidence packages for both Adjustment of Status (AOS) and Consular Processing (CP) cases
• Draft and format supporting letters, forms, and exhibits in line with USCIS filing standards
• Track filing requirements, checklists, and documentation gaps across active matters
• Maintain organized digital case files and ensure all documents are complete before filing
• Follow up on outstanding client documents and flag missing items proactively
• Verify accuracy and consistency across all forms and supporting evidence prior to submission
• Support the attorney with case preparation tasks and administrative follow-through

Mandatory Skills:

• Proven experience preparing US immigration filing packets for USCIS
• Direct experience with employment-based petitions, specifically H, L, and E visa categories
• Working knowledge of both Adjustment of Status and Consular Processing procedures
• Strong understanding of USCIS forms, filing requirements, and supporting evidence standards
• Excellent document organization and file management skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy in reviewing legal documents
• Reliable, detail-oriented, and able to work independently
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills

Preferred Skills:

• Prior experience working with a US-based immigration law firm
• Familiarity with family-based immigration matters in addition to business immigration
• Experience with case management or legal document management software
• Ability to manage multiple active case files simultaneously
• Background in legal studies or paralegal training

Why Join Us:

This is an opportunity to join a focused immigration practice where your work directly impacts people's lives and business outcomes. You will work closely with an experienced US-licensed attorney, take real ownership of your caseload, and have room to grow as the role expands. If you take pride in precise, high-quality legal work, we would love to hear from you.