Immigration Paralegal

Fox Rothschild; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Fox Rothschild LLP is seeking an Immigration Paralegal with three (3) years of experience in employment-based business immigration; experience in family immigration a plus.

Responsibilities include preparation and filing of H, L, E, O, P, TN, EB-1s, NIWs, PNIWs, and PERM filings under attorney supervision, plus case coordination, audits, and research.

Qualifications

• Three or more years of professional work experience in business immigration (law firm preferred).
• Associate's degree or paralegal certificate required.
• Ability to work independently and with clients.

Responsibilities

• Assist with, prepare and file employment-based applications under attorney supervision.
• Assist with coordination and preparation of complex cases such as O-1 and EB-1 petitions.
• Assist with audits of client documents including I-9, H-2B, LCA and PERM files.
• Research and assist with responses to RFEs and Notices.
• Support information for J-1 Physician waivers and client communications.
• Participate in case strategy meetings and client development activities.
• Data entry and deadline monitoring in case management system.
• Learn procedural requirements for non-immigrant and immigrant petitions.
• Experience with consular processing, Schedule A, student issues, and family immigration is a plus.

Skills

Communication skills

Research skills

Adaptability

Independent work

Confidentiality

Microsoft Office

Education

Paralegal certificate

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

INSZoom

Job description

Fox Rothschild LLP is seeking an Immigration Paralegal with three (3) years of experience employment-based business immigration; experience in family immigration a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with, prepare and file employment-based applications (H, L, E, O, P, TN, EB-1s, NIWs, PNIWs, and EB-2 + EB-3 PERM labor certifications, J-1 Physician Waivers, Waiver Reporting, etc.) under attorney supervision and sometimes working directly with the attorney;
• Assist with the coordination and preparation of complex cases such as O-1 and EB-1 petitions, motions to reconsider;
• Assist with Audits of client documents including I-9, H-2B, LCA and PERM files;
• Research and assist with the preparation of Responses to Requests for Evidence, Responses to Intent to Deny Notices, etc.;
• Research and assist with supporting information for J-1 Physician waivers;
• Participate in case strategy meetings, client development activities, town hall meetings and seminars provided to clients;
• Data Entry, including detailed tracking into case management system and deadline monitoring;
• Perform intake of cases once assigned;
• Learn procedural and processing requirements for various types of non-immigrant and immigrant visa petitions and applications and Develop knowledge of Firm and client processes;
• Experience with any of the following a plus: Consular Processing, Schedule A, student issues, visitor visa issues, naturalization, family immigration.

Skills And Abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong problem-solving skills.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Ability to adapt to change and balance competing demands.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Ability to maintain highest level of confidentiality and provide outstanding customer service to internal and external clients/contacts.
• Demonstrated excellent facility using Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), database and presentation software.
• Work with government agency portals to upload and file petitions and applications.

Requirements

• BA or BS degree preferred.
• Associate's degree or paralegal certificate required.
• Three (3) or more years of professional work experience in business immigration (law firm, preferred).
• Ability to work well with clients and experts required.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong organizational and written communication skills.
• Experience with INSZoom is strongly desired.
• Ability to multitask using analytical and problem-solving skills within a fast-paced environment with competing demands.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• This job operates in a clerical, office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
• Achieve high level of productivity.

Physical Requirements

Sedentary work: Exertion of physical strength to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects up to 10 pounds. Work involves sitting most of the time. Walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties.

DISCLAIMER

Fox Rothschild LLP is under no obligation to provide sponsorship for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis now and in the future.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not a contract or employment agreement and is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of all functions, responsibilities, or requirements the employee may be required to perform, and the employee may be required to perform additional duties. Additionally, management reserves the right to review and revise the job description at any time. Employment with the firm is at-will. Employees must be able to satisfactorily perform all the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. If an accommodation request would cause an undue hardship or a safety concern, the individual may not be eligible for the position.

Fox Rothschild LLP is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, breastfeeding, lactation, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local jurisdictions. Applicants who need any assistance applying for a position are encouraged to contact the Human Resources Department, [e-mail].