Business Immigration Paralegal

Leeds Professional Resources; Florham Park (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Leeds Professional Resources is seeking a detail-oriented Business Immigration Paralegal to support attorneys in preparing and filing immigration petitions and applications. The role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

You will conduct legal research using Lexis-Nexis, interview clients for case documentation, draft briefs and motions, and maintain organized case files with deadlines.

Qualifications

• Paralegal studies degree or related field preferred.
• Experience in immigration law is highly desirable.
• Proficiency with Lexis-Nexis for legal research.
• Strong writing and interviewing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in preparing and filing immigration petitions and applications.
• Conduct legal research using Lexis-Nexis to support case preparation.
• Interview clients to gather necessary information for case documentation.
• Draft legal documents, including briefs and motions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant laws.
• Maintain organized case files and manage deadlines for submissions.
• Communicate with clients regarding their cases, providing updates and answering questions.
• Collaborate with attorneys on litigation matters related to immigration law.
• Stay updated on changes in immigration laws and policies to provide informed support.

Skills

Lexis-Nexis

Legal research

Drafting

Client interviewing

Case management

Education

Paralegal studies degree

Tools

Lexis-Nexis

Job description

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Business Immigration Paralegal to join our legal team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for assisting attorneys in the preparation and filing of immigration-related documents, conducting legal research, and managing case files. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in preparing and filing immigration petitions and applications.
• Conduct thorough legal research using tools such as Lexis-Nexis to support case preparation.
• Interview clients to gather necessary information for case documentation.
• Draft legal documents, including briefs and motions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant laws.
• Maintain organized case files and manage deadlines for submissions.
• Communicate with clients regarding their cases, providing updates and answering questions.
• Collaborate with attorneys on litigation matters related to immigration law.
• Stay updated on changes in immigration laws and policies to provide informed support.

Experience

• A degree in paralegal studies or a related field is preferred.
• Previous experience as a paralegal, particularly in immigration law, is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in legal research techniques and tools such as Lexis-Nexis is essential.
• Strong writing skills with the ability to draft clear and concise legal documents.
• Excellent interviewing skills to effectively gather information from clients.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment while managing multiple tasks efficiently.