Paralegal

Partners Legal Search; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 81,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two remote days per week

Medical insurance

HSA/FSA options

Dental and vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Job summary

Partners Legal Search client, a nationally recognized law firm in Washington, D.C., seeks a Business Immigration Paralegal to support employment-based immigration matters.

The ideal candidate will assist with PERM labor certifications, H-1B petitions, and consular processing, coordinating with attorneys and corporate clients. This hybrid role offers professional growth and competitive compensation.

Two remote workdays per week are available and benefits are included.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of business immigration paralegal experience.
• Hands-on experience with PERM, H-1B, and consular processing is required.
• Familiarity with USCIS procedures and employment-based immigration filings.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with INSZoom preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively with attorneys, clients, and support staff.
• Paralegal certification or bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and organize immigration petitions, applications, and supporting documentation.
• Assist with PERM labor certification applications and related documentation.
• Prepare H-1B petitions and supporting materials.
• Coordinate consular processing applications and documentation.
• Support filings with USCIS and other government agencies.
• Review immigration forms and supporting evidence for accuracy and completeness.
• Communicate with attorneys, corporate clients, and foreign national employees.
• Gather necessary information and supporting documentation for immigration applications.
• Track immigration deadlines, filing requirements, and case progress.
• Maintain accurate and organized client records.
• Assist attorneys with case preparation and government correspondence.
• Maintain immigration case files and electronic records.
• Monitor filing deadlines and government processing updates.
• Prepare correspondence and organize supporting documentation.
• Utilize Microsoft Office applications and immigration case management systems.
• Manage multiple immigration matters while maintaining accuracy and efficiency.

Skills

PERM experience

H-1B

Consular processing

USCIS filings

Organizational skills

Communication skills

MS Office

INSZoom

Paralegal certification

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Education

Paralegal certification

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

INSZoom

Job description

Our client, a nationally recognized law firm with an international presence, is seeking a talented Business Immigration Paralegal to join its Washington, D.C. office.

This is an excellent opportunity for a paralegal with experience in PERM labor certifications, H-1B petitions, and consular processing who is looking to advance their career within a sophisticated business immigration practice.

The successful candidate will support attorneys handling employment-based immigration matters for corporate clients, assisting with the preparation of government filings, immigration documentation, and case management.

The position offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced immigration attorneys, gain exposure to complex business immigration matters, and develop professionally within a collaborative national law firm.

With a hybrid work arrangement, competitive compensation, and comprehensive benefits, this opportunity offers an attractive combination of career development and workplace flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

Employment-Based Immigration Support

• Prepare and organize immigration petitions, applications, and supporting documentation.
• Assist with PERM labor certification applications and related documentation.
• Prepare H-1B petitions and supporting materials.
• Coordinate consular processing applications and documentation.
• Support filings with USCIS and other government agencies.
• Review immigration forms and supporting evidence for accuracy and completeness.

Client Communication & Case Coordination

• Communicate with attorneys, corporate clients, and foreign national employees.
• Gather necessary information and supporting documentation for immigration applications.
• Track immigration deadlines, filing requirements, and case progress.
• Maintain accurate and organized client records.
• Assist attorneys with case preparation and government correspondence.

Case Management & Administrative Support

• Maintain immigration case files and electronic records.
• Monitor filing deadlines and government processing updates.
• Prepare correspondence and organize supporting documentation.
• Utilize Microsoft Office applications and immigration case management systems.
• Manage multiple immigration matters while maintaining accuracy and efficiency.

Candidate Qualifications

• 1+ years of business immigration paralegal experience.
• Hands-on experience with PERM, H-1B, and consular processing is required.
• Familiarity with USCIS procedures and employment-based immigration filings.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with INSZoom preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively with attorneys, clients, and support staff.
• Paralegal certification or bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

Sophisticated Business Immigration Practice

Gain exposure to employment-based immigration matters involving corporate clients, including PERM, H-1B, and consular processing.

Enjoy two remote workdays per week, providing flexibility while remaining connected to your team.

Professional Growth & Development

Strengthen your business immigration expertise while working alongside experienced attorneys in a collaborative legal environment.

Become part of a team that values professional development, communication, and high-quality client service.

Hourly Rate: Up to $43.00

Estimated Annual Base Compensation: Up to $90,500

Annual estimates are based on 40 hours per week and 52 paid weeks. Actual compensation depends on qualifications, experience, and applicable employment terms.

Additional benefits include:

• Annual discretionary bonus eligibility
• Medical insurance
• Optional Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Dental and vision insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Life insurance
• Vacation and sick leave
• Parking or public transportation allowance
• Employee assistance program