Immigration Paralegal Assistant

Perkins Coie LLP; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 50,850 - 72,370; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary bonus

401(k) plan

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Accrued paid time off starting at 20+1

Job summary

Perkins Coie LLP in Seattle, WA, seeks an entry-level Paralegal Assistant to support paralegals, lawyers, and clients with a range of duties while maintaining confidentiality. Responsibilities include assisting with filings to USCIS, CBP, DOL, DOS; assembling petitions; preparing correspondence; maintaining records; and tracking notices in the case management system.

A high school diploma and at least one year of related experience are required; associate/bachelor’s degree preferred; familiarity

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma and at least one year of related experience.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred; Paralegal certificate a plus.
• Familiarity with Outlook, Excel, and OneNote is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with filings to USCIS, CBP, DOL, and DOS.
• Assemble complex immigration petitions and ready them for submission.
• Assemble Public Access Files.
• Conduct factual research and analysis.
• Create and maintain up-to-date electronic and hard copy records.
• Prepare initial draft correspondence to clients and agencies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking under pressure

Education

High school diploma

Associate or bachelor's degree preferred

Paralegal Certificate a plus

Tools

Outlook

Excel

OneNote

Job description

Job Description

Under supervision, assist paralegals, lawyers, and clients with a variety of entry-level paralegal duties. Maintain positive contact with clients and observe confidentiality.

Essential Functions

These essential functions are primary job duties that incumbents must be able to perform unassisted or with some reasonable accommodation.

• Assist with filings with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), and U.S. Department of State (DOS).
• Assemble complex immigration petitions and ready them for submission (will require learning many varieties of petitions).
• Assemble Public Access Files.
• Conduct factual research and analysis.
• Create and maintain up-to-date electronic and hard copy records.
• Prepare initial draft correspondence to clients and agencies.
• Prepare letters transmitting USCIS and DOL notices.
• Take ownership of USCIS and DOL notices, and track and log case information into the appropriate docket, WIP log, and/or case management software. Update and distribute notices to the team.
• Run reports using case management software for team tracking case expiration deadlines, need for extensions, and/or other filings.
• Maintain positive contact with attorneys and paralegals and observe confidentiality of client matters.
• Provide excellent client service.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Be present at work during regularly scheduled working hours and as needed in the position, consistent with the firm’s attendance expectations.

Specific Skills Required

• Attention to detail a must.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with firm lawyers and staff, client personnel, and other professionals.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments, work well under pressure, and have flexibility to assist team in meeting client demands on accelerated schedules.

Education and Experience

• Requires a high school diploma and a minimum of one year of related experience as a paralegal assistant or in a legal administrative support role in a relevant field.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Paralegal Certificate a plus.
• Familiarity with commonly used programs such as Outlook, Excel, and OneNote a plus.

Benefits

This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, 401(k) plan, medical, dental, and vision insurance, accrued paid time off plan starting at 20 days annually, personal medical and parental leave, up to ten paid holidays, and family care benefits. More information regarding benefits and programs may be found here.

Location and Compensation

Washington State compensation range: $50,850.00 to $72,370.00 annually.