Business Immigration Paralegal

Chiesa Shahinian & Giantomasi PC; United States; Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Flexible spending accounts

Life and accident insurance

Job summary

A law firm in New York is hiring a Business Immigration Paralegal to manage EB-5 clients, prepare immigration forms, and draft correspondence. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, and at least three years in immigration law. This full-time position requires strong communication and organizational skills and offers a hybrid work model. The anticipated salary range is between $75,000 and $90,000 annually, along with a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• A minimum of three (3) years of business immigration experience in a law firm setting.
• Applicable work experience considered in lieu of a degree.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and draft immigration forms including I-485, I-131, I-765, I-526, I-526E and I-140.
• Manage EB-5 clients from engagement to receipt of green card.
• Organize and maintain case files.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite

Excellent organizational skills

Professional demeanor and high level of interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Business Immigration Paralegal

Join to apply for the Business Immigration Paralegal role at Chiesa Shahinian & Giantomasi PC

Location: New York, NY. This position is hybrid from firm’s New York office.

Candidate must be able to report on-site to the New York office a minimum of three days per week.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and draft immigration forms including I-485, I-131, I-765, I-526, I-526E and I-140
• Manage EB-5 clients from engagement to receipt of green card, including gathering documentation for eligibility, draft forms, file adjustment of status petitions and manage NVC and consular processing as necessary.
• Manage case deadlines, respond to requests for evidence.
• Draft correspondence to clients, USCIS, NVC and other agencies.
• Assist with intake process.
• Organize and maintain case files.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities, as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal certification; applicable work experience considered in lieu of a degree
• A minimum of three (3) years of business immigration experience in a law firm setting
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Outlook, and Excel) and Adobe Acrobat
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects and deadlines
• Professional demeanor and high level of interpersonal skills

The anticipated initial annual salary range for someone who is hired into this position is $75,000 - $90,000.

Depending on the role, the actual base salary offered may depend upon a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.

The anticipated salary range listed is just one component of CSG Law’s total compensation and benefits package which includes, but is not limited to, discretionary bonuses; life, health, accident and disability insurance; health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, and a 401(k) plan.

We invite you to learn about our Immigration Practice Group and the Firm at www.csglaw.com. Beyond competitive benefits and a collaborative environment, CSG Law is committed to providing an inclusive workplace with professional opportunities for staff at every level.

CSG Law is committed to a workplace free from harassment or discrimination and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, or based on sincerely held religious beliefs, in accordance with applicable laws. If you need to inquire about an accommodation or need assistance with completing the application process, please email the Firm’s Recruitment team at [e-mail].

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Legal

Industries

Law Practice