Business Immigration Paralegal
Hudson Manpower•New York, NY
About The Position
This role involves managing nonimmigrant and immigrant visa matters from start to finish. The paralegal will be responsible for drafting and assembling various petitions, including O-1A/O-1B, I-140, EB-1A/EB-2 NIW, L-1A/L-1B, and E-1/E-2 filings. Additionally, the position requires managing PERM labor certification cases, coordinating consular processing, and serving as the primary client contact. Key tasks include monitoring case status, responding to RFEs and NOIDs, and maintaining accurate case files.
Requirements
- Minimum 2–4 years of hands-on immigration paralegal experience in a law firm or corporate legal department
- Demonstrated end-to-end experience with H-1B, O-1, L-1, and at least one immigrant visa pathway (PERM, EB-1, EB-2, or EB-2 NIW)
- Proficiency in drafting petition support letters, cover memoranda, and RFE responses independently
- Strong working knowledge of the INA, 8 C.F.R., 20 C.F.R. Part 656 (PERM), USCIS Policy Manual, and relevant AAO/BIA precedent decisions
- Familiarity with DOL FLAG System, USCIS ELIS, and myUSCIS case tracking
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; ability to explain complex immigration concepts to non-attorney clients
- Highly organized with the ability to manage 80+ active files simultaneously without sacrificing quality
- Bachelor’s degree required
Nice To Haves
- Paralegal certificate or J.D. (non-licensed) strongly preferred
Responsibilities
- Handle Nonimmigrant Visa Matters from End-to-End
- Draft and assemble O-1A/O-1B petitions with comprehensive evidentiary packages
- Prepare I-140 immigrant petitions under various classifications
- Draft EB-1A/EB-2 NIW petitions with arguments
- Manage L-1A/L-1B intracompany transferee petitions
- Prepare E-1, E-2 treaty-based nonimmigrant filings
- Draft support letters, legal briefs, and cover memoranda
- Manage PERM labor certification cases from recruitment to filing
- Coordinate consular processing matters and immigrant visa packages
- Serve as primary point of contact for assigned clients
- Monitor USCIS/DOL processing times and case status
- Draft and respond to Requests for Evidence (RFEs) and Notices of Intent to Deny (NOIDs)
- Maintain accurate case files and track important dates
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
