Hybrid EB-5 Immigration Paralegal — Global Firm

Greenberg Traurig, LLP; Florham Park (NJ); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Greenberg Traurig, LLP in Florham Park, New Jersey is seeking an Immigration Paralegal to support our Immigration Department. The role requires handling petitions and applications, coordinating with attorneys, and delivering accurate work under deadlines.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of business immigration experience, a Bachelor's degree or paralegal certification, and strong communication, writing, and organization skills.

Qualifications

• 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

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

Writing skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Adaptability

Deadline-driven

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Paralegal certification

Tools

INSZoom

MS Office

Job description

Greenberg Traurig, LLP in Florham Park, New Jersey is seeking an Immigration Paralegal to support our Immigration Department. The role requires handling petitions and applications, coordinating with attorneys, and delivering accurate work under deadlines.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of business immigration experience, a Bachelor's degree or paralegal certification, and strong communication, writing, and organization skills.