EB-5 Immigration Paralegal

Greenberg Traurig, LLP; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Greenberg Traurig, LLP in Florham Park, NJ, is seeking an Immigration Paralegal to support the Immigration Department in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. The role requires preparing petitions and responses, maintaining caseloads, and liaising with agencies to ensure timely, accurate filings.

Ideal candidates have a paralegal certification or degree, 3–5 years of business immigration experience, and strong writing and communication skills to service multi-level teams and clients with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or Paralegal certification or equivalent experience required.
• Minimum of 3–5 years business immigration experience within a law firm.
• Experience in preparing immigrant and non-immigrant visa petitions.

Responsibilities

• Prepares petitions/applications for various immigration-related matters (PERM, I-140, CP, AOS, Naturalization, H-1B, L, E-1/2, TN, O-1, J, EB-5)
• Prepares responses to sometimes complex requests for evidence
• Maintains oversight of individual caseload to ensure timely completion of work
• Researches law, procedures and keeps track of immigration law updates
• Manages various administrative duties; maintains case management database, directs client contact-- phone calls, emails, and postal correspondence
• Creates and maintains reports as needed
• Contacts USCIS and U.S. consulate/embassies, schedules visa appointment interviews
• Assists in client intakes, prepares client mailings and submissions to various immigration offices
• Liaises with government agencies (DOL, USCIS, NVC) to troubleshoot issues as necessary
• Assists with other department activities as needed, and performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned

Skills

Customer service

Written communication

Professional communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Adaptability

Deadline management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal certification or equivalent experience

Tools

INSZoom

MS Office

Windows OS

Job description

Greenberg Traurig (GT), a global law firm with locations across the world in 15 countries, has an exciting employment opportunity for you. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package, along with the opportunity to work within an innovative and collaborative environment.

Join our Immigration Team as an Immigration Paralegal located in our Florham Park, New Jersey office.

We are seeking a highly skilled professional who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. The ideal candidate possesses strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, ensuring efficiency and accuracy in every task. Excellent communication skills are essential for collaborating effectively across teams and delivering exceptional client service. If you are someone who demonstrate initiatives, adaptability, and collaboration, we invite you to join our team.

This role will be based in our Florham Park, New Jersey office, on a hybrid basis. Regular in-office presence is required for day-to-day operations, as well as for team meetings, training opportunities, and relationship building. This role reports to the Office Administrator.

Position Summary

The Immigration Paralegal position will provide organizational and practice specific support to attorneys in our highly specialized Immigration Department. Will assist the team in a wide range of business immigration matters including preparing various immigration petitions and applications. Candidate should also be flexible to work overtime as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepares petitions/applications for various immigration-related matters (PERM, I-140, CP, AOS, Naturalization, H-1B, L, E-1/2, TN, O-1, J, EB-5)
• Prepares responses to sometimes complex requests for evidence
• Maintains oversight of individual caseload to ensure timely completion of work
• Researches law, procedures and keeps track of immigration law updates
• Manages various administrative duties; maintains case management database, directs client contact-- phone calls, emails, and postal correspondence
• Creates and maintains reports as needed
• Contacts USCIS and U.S. consulate/embassies, schedules visa appointment interviews
• Assists in client intakes, prepares client mailings and submissions to various immigration offices
• Liaises with government agencies (DOL, USCIS, NVC) to troubleshoot issues as necessary
• Assists with other department activities as needed, and performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent customer service skills and ability to work on multiple matters simultaneously in an organized manner and under minimal supervision
• Excellent writing skills
• Ability to communicate professionally and interact effectively with all levels of personnel, including management staff and support staff
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written), professional demeanor and presentation
• Ability to be a proactive self-starter who understands the details within a much larger context
• High attention to detail, outstanding organizational skills and the ability to manage time effectively
• Flexible and able to respond quickly and positively to shifting demands
• Position also requires the ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines

Education & Prior Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree or Paralegal certification or equivalent experience required
• Minimum of 3-5 years business immigration experience within a law firm with demonstrated knowledge of complex issues within the Immigration practice area
• Experience in preparing immigrant and non-immigrant visa petitions

Technology

• Computer proficiency in Windows-based software and Microsoft Office Suite applications including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook
• Familiar with immigration case management systems (INSZoom)
• Exceptional computer skills with the ability to learn new software applications quickly

GT is an EEO employer with an inclusive workplace committed to merit-based consideration and review without regard to an individual’s race, sex, or other protected characteristics and to the principles of non-discrimination on any protected basis.