Immigration Paralegal - Atlanta

Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Employer paid life insurance

401(k) plan match

Paid vacation

Paid vacation

Job summary

A national law firm in Atlanta is seeking a Business Immigration Paralegal to assist attorneys and provide client service. The ideal candidate should have 2-5 years of experience in a business immigration law firm and must be proficient with MS Office tools. Responsibilities include preparing legal documents, managing case files, and updating clients. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and a generous 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in a business immigration law firm.
• Experience with preparing and filing USCIS packets.
• Ability to handle confidential information.
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity and high ethical standards.
• Strong communication, organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent spelling and grammar.
• Proficiency with MS Word, MS Excel and MS Outlook.
• Excellent time management and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare legal forms and assist clients with filling out forms.
• Draft letters and documents for attorney review.
• Update the case management system.
• Prepare packets for USCIS filing.
• Draft letters, invoices, documents, reports, etc. for attorney review.
• Compile filings and packages for attorney/paralegal review.
• Communicate with clients regarding updates and information/document gathering, intake and scheduling.
• Update the case management system and other case tracking methodologies to keep files current.
• Manage incoming/outgoing mail and ensure files are updated.
• Manage and update attorney calendar.
• Prepare and send correspondence as directed.
• Ensure case files are created, updated, organized, and that physical and electronic files include all relevant materials.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Job description

Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A., a multi‑office national firm has an immediate opening for a Business Immigration Paralegal in our Atlanta, GA office. The ideal candidate will have 2‑5 years experience. This is a full‑time, in‑office position with a competitive salary and benefits package offered.

QPWB is the largest woman and minority‑owned law firm in the nation. Our culture supports creative entrepreneurs and we are dedicated to providing growth and career development opportunities.

JOB SUMMARY

Provide client service through phone calls, emails, letters, and other communication. Assist attorneys to complete tasks and manage cases.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare legal forms and assist clients with filling out forms related to immigrant and non‑immigrant filings.
• Prepare packets for USCIS filing
• Draft letters, invoices, documents, reports, etc. for attorney review
• Compile filings and packages for attorney/paralegal review
• Communicate with clients in regard to updates and information/document gathering, initial intake and scheduling
• Update the case management system and other case tracking methodologies to keep files current
• Manage the oversight of incoming and outgoing mail, and ensure files are updated
• Manage and update attorney calendar
• Prepare and send correspondence as directed
• Ensure case files are created, updated, organized, and that physical and electronic files include all relevant materials and information

REQUIREMENTS OR QUALIFICATIONS

• Candidates must be able to work in our Atlanta office
• Preferred candidates will have 2‑5 years of experience in an business immigration law firm
• Experience with preparing and filing USCIS packets
• Proven ability to handle confidential information and to demonstrate personal integrity, excellent judgment and high ethical standards
• Demonstrated strong communication, organizational, analytical and problem‑solving skills with a strong attention to detail
• Excellent spelling and grammar
• Comfort and proficiency with using a computer
• Experience with MS Word, MS Excel and MS Outlook
• Excellent time management skills and demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and navigate competing deadlines and priorities to meet strict deadlines

Our firm offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package for full‑time hourly employees including medical, dental & vision insurance, employer paid life insurance, employer paid short‑term disability insurance, generous 401(k) plan match, paid vacation, and more. Benefit offerings for positions other than full‑time may vary.