Employment Immigration Paralegal

Orrick; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Orrick seeks an Employment Immigration Paralegal to support the Global Employment & Equity Compensation group in employment immigration matters for technology sector clients, including startups and industry leaders. The role focuses on developing and maintaining internal processes, handling casework from intake to filing, and collaborating with attorneys.

The position offers exposure to nonimmigrant and immigrant petitions, PERM work, and client instruction on immigration practices, with

Qualifications

• 4+ years of employment immigration-related work experience.
• Ability to collaborate with attorneys and communicate with client contacts including HR and Legal departments and hiring managers.
• Extensive knowledge of employment-based immigration including nonimmigrant visas, permanent residency and secondary/derivative benefit applications.
• Experience preparing petition and application packages for review and filing with U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services and the Department of Labor.
• Ability to manage immigration inquiries, gather required information, and keep clients and attorneys informed of progress.
• Proficiency in immigration terminology and immigration tracking software.
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Global Employment & Equity Compensation group in employment immigration matters for clients including industry leaders and startups in the technology sector.
• Partner with attorneys to develop, implement and maintain efficient internal processes, procedures and best practices for employment immigration casework, tracking and recordkeeping.
• Work on the full case lifecycle of employment-based nonimmigration petitions (H-1B, TN, L-1, O-1, E-2, E-3) from intake to filing with USCIS.
• Work on the full case lifecycle of permanent residence applications including the PERM labor certification process, I-140 petitions and I-485 applications.
• Provide instruction to clients on immigration practices and procedures and assist with issues related to immigration status; collaborate with attorneys on options and directions.
• Monitor latest immigration trends related to USCIS adjudications, consular procedures, case processing times, and travel requirements.
• Coordinate with local counsel on ex-US global employment immigration matters.
• Opportunity to gain exposure to other areas of labor & employment law including global employment, equity compensation and U.S. employment.

Skills

Immigration knowledge

Case management

Client communication

Attention to deadlines

USCIS filings

Job description

Orrick currently has an excellent opportunity for an Employment Immigration Paralegal to join Orrick’s Global Employment & Equity practice group. This position could be based in either our New York or San Francisco office.

What will I do:

As an Immigration Paralegal, you will support Orrick’s Global Employment & Equity Compensation group in employment immigration-focused client matters. As part of a growing global immigration practice, you’ll lead the development, establishment and maintenance of internal processes, procedures and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Support Orrick’s Global Employment & Equity Compensation group in employment immigration matters for clients including industry leaders and startups in the technology sector.
• Partner with attorneys to develop, implement and maintain efficient internal processes, procedures and best practices for employment immigration casework, tracking and recordkeeping.
• Work on the full case lifecycle of employment-based nonimmigration petitions (such as: H-1B, TN, L-1, O-1, E-2 and E-3 petitions) from intake to filing with USCIS.
• Work on the full case lifecycle of permanent residence applications including the PERM labor certification process, I-140 petitions and I-485 applications.
• Provide instruction to clients on immigration practices and procedures and assist with issues that may arise relative to a foreign national's immigration status. Partner with attorneys to review appropriate options and determine the ultimate direction taken.
• Research, monitor and keep abreast of latest immigration trends related to USCIS adjudications, consular procedures, case processing times, and travel restrictions and requirements, among other subject matters.
• Monitor government deadlines and status expirations and identify issues for escalation as needed.
• Coordinate with local counsel on ex-US global employment immigration matters.
• Opportunity to gain exposure to other areas of labor & employment law on an as needed basis including global employment, equity compensation and U.S. employment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of employment immigration-related work experience.
• Ability to collaborate with attorneys and communicate with client contacts including HR and Legal departments and hiring managers.
• Extensive knowledge of employment-based immigration including nonimmigrant visas, permanent residency and secondary/derivative benefit applications.
• Experience preparing petition and application packages for review and filling with U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services and the Department of Labor.
• Ability to manage immigration inquiries, gather required information, and keep clients and attorneys informed of progress.
• Proficiency in immigration terminology and immigration tracking software.
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills.

Who is Orrick?

Orrick is a global law firm focused on delivering innovative solutions for four sectors: Technology & Innovation, Energy & Infrastructure, Finance and Life Sciences & HealthTech. Founded more than 150 years ago in San Francisco, Orrick today has offices in 25+ markets. We are recognized globally for delivering the highest-quality legal advice and for our culture of innovation and collaboration.

The expected salary range for this position is between:

• New York City and San Francisco $80,000 - $110,000

Orrick is committed to providing a comprehensive, competitive, and thoughtful total compensation package to our attorneys and staff, wherever they work. This compensation and benefits information is based on the Orrick’s estimate as of the date of publication and may be modified in the future. The level of pay within the range will depend on a variety of job-related factors that may include, but not limited to, qualifications, relevant experience or education, particular skills or expertise, geography. Other compensation may include an annual discretionary merit bonus, which would be determined by Firm and individual performance.

We offer a full range of elective health benefits including medical, dental, vision and life; robust mental well-being programs; child, family, elder, and pet care benefits; short- and long-term disability and industry leading parental leave benefits, health savings account contributions (w/applicable medical plan), flexible spending accounts, and a 401K program. This role will receive compensated time off through our Paid Time Off program and paid holidays.

Please visit www.orrick.com for more information about the firm.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Consistent with the SF Fair Chance Ordinance, an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration.