Immigration Paralegal - U.S. Business Immigration

Jackson Walker, LLP; Houston (TX); Sur place; USD 48 000 - 64 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Jackson Walker, LLP in Houston seeks an Immigration Paralegal to support attorneys in preparing, filing, and managing U.S. business and individual immigration matters. You will handle case preparation, document review, and client communications in a fast-paced law firm environment.

The role requires knowledge of immigration processes, ability to manage multiple matters, and interaction with clients, attorneys, and government agencies to ensure accuracy and timely execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Paralegal certification required; substantial equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of certification.
• Minimum of three (3) years of U.S. business immigration experience, preferably in a law firm setting.
• Investor visa experience preferred, but not required.
• Demonstrated experience preparing nonimmigrant and immigrant petitions and applications.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
• Ability to manage deadlines and prioritize competing demands.
• Innovative, independent thinker with strong problem-solving skills.

Responsabilités

• Prepares nonimmigrant and immigrant petitions, applications, and supporting documentation for attorney review in a timely manner.
• Drafts support letters and assembles filing packages in accordance with regulations and firm standards.
• Manages multiple immigration matters concurrently at various stages of preparation and adjudication.
• Reviews documents and information to assist attorneys with issue-spotting and case strategy development.
• Monitors filed and pending matters, escalating irregularities, delays, or risks as appropriate.
• Communicates clearly and professionally with clients, attorneys, internal staff, and government agencies.
• Requests, organizes, and tracks client documentation to ensure completeness and compliance.
• Provides status updates and responds to routine inquiries regarding immigration matters.
• Utilizes internal data management systems to maintain accurate, current case records.
• Generates reports for internal and client use as required.
• Ensures adherence to firm policies, immigration regulations, and confidentiality requirements.
• Assists with continuous process improvement related to case tracking and workflow efficiency.

Connaissances

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication

Problem solving

Fast-paced environment

Formation

Bachelor's degree

High school diploma

Paralegal certification

Description du poste

Jackson Walker, LLP in Houston seeks an Immigration Paralegal to support attorneys in preparing, filing, and managing U.S. business and individual immigration matters. You will handle case preparation, document review, and client communications in a fast-paced law firm environment.

The role requires knowledge of immigration processes, ability to manage multiple matters, and interaction with clients, attorneys, and government agencies to ensure accuracy and timely execution.