Immigration Paralegal

Adams-; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Immigration Paralegal position in Atlanta, GA seeks an experienced professional to support employment-based and family-based immigration matters in a fast-paced legal environment.

You will work closely with attorneys, clients, and government agencies, managing a diverse caseload and ensuring accurate documentation and timely filings.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of immigration paralegal experience in a law firm or corporate setting.
• Experience handling employment-based immigration matters from initiation through filing.
• Hands-on experience with PERM Labor Certifications, H-1B, L-1, O-1, I-140s, I-485s, consular processing, and family-based immigration matters.
• Excellent organizational and case management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and immigration case management software.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file employment-based nonimmigrant petitions (H-1B, O-1, TN).
• Coordinate consular applications (E-2, DS-160).
• Manage all stages of employment-based immigrant cases (PERM, I-485).
• Prepare and process family-based petitions.
• Monitor deadlines and maintain case records.
• Draft support letters and correspondence for attorney review.
• Communicate with clients on case status, required documentation, and filing requirements.
• Stay informed on changes in immigration laws, regulations, and filing procedures.

Skills

Case management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Paralegal Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Immigration case management software

Job description

Immigration Paralegal (JN -102026-432649) Atlanta, Georgia

Salary: USD65000 - USD78000 per hour

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Immigration Paralegal to join our growing immigration team. The ideal candidate will have experience managing a variety of employment-based and family-based immigration matters and possess a thorough understanding of U.S. immigration processes and procedures. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with attorneys, clients, and government agencies while managing a diverse caseload in a fast-paced legal environment.

Responsibilities

Prepare and file employment-based nonimmigrant visa petitions, including:

• H-1B
• O-1
• TN

Prepare and coordinate consular applications, including:

• E-2 Visa Applications
• DS-160 Applications
• Consular Processing Matters

Manage all stages of employment-based immigrant cases, including:

• PERM Labor Certifications
• I-485 Adjustment of Status Applications

Prepare and process family-based immigration petitions and applications.

Monitor case deadlines and maintain accurate case records.

Draft support letters, forms, and correspondence for attorney review.

Communicate directly with clients regarding case status, required documentation, and filing requirements.

Collect, review, and organize supporting documentation and evidence.

Prepare responses to Requests for Evidence (RFEs) and government inquiries.

Track priority dates, filing deadlines, visa expirations, and case milestones.

Maintain case management databases and ensure data accuracy.

Stay informed on changes in immigration laws, regulations, and filing procedures.

Communicate professionally with government agencies, including USCIS, the Department of Labor, and U.S. Consulates.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of immigration paralegal experience in a law firm or corporate immigration environment.
• Strong experience handling employment-based immigration matters from initiation through filing.
• Hands-on experience with PERM Labor Certifications, H-1Bs, L-1s, O-1s, I-140s, I-485s, consular processing, and family-based immigration matters.
• Excellent organizational and case management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and immigration case management software.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and team members.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and/or Paralegal Certificate.
• Experience managing high-volume immigration caseloads.
• Familiarity with business immigration compliance matters.
• Experience preparing complex employment-based immigration filings.
• Competitive compensation
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Collaborative and supportive work environment