Immigration Paralegal

Burr & Forman • Greenville, SC

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About The Position

Burr & Forman LLP seeks a full-time, experienced immigration paralegal . This role will provide critical support to the firm’s immigration practice through the preparation, filing, and tracking of various immigration applications and petitions. The position will preferably be resident in our Columbia, SC, Charleston, SC, or Greenville SC office.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree, paralegal certification or degree, and/or appropriate combination of education/experience.
• Two+ years of immigration experience.
• Highly organized, detail-orientated, proactive, and desire to take ownership.
• Balance competing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment, exercising patience and professionalism during stressful situations.
• Work collaboratively as a member of the team and a variety of audiences.
• Excellent writing, proofreading, and research skills.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel and PowerPoint with knowledge of LawLogix or other immigration software a plus.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of LawLogix or other immigration software a plus

Responsibilities

• Prepare visa applications and petitions for business and employment-based immigration cases.
• Compile and analyze complex case facts and documents, prepare reports and other relevant immigration documents.
• Maintain and manage case files including tracking of cases, determining related deadlines, and responding to status inquiries.
• Extensive communication with clients, beneficiaries, attorneys, and government agencies.
• Draft immigration correspondence including support letters and other key documents for attorney review.
• Other responsibilities as necessary to deliver bottom-line results and exceptional client service.

Benefits

• Burr & Forman LLP provides a wide range of benefits designed to support our employees and families including comprehensive health insurance, dental and vision insurance, group term life and disability insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan and retirement planning services, paid time off, and free wellness and mental health services among other benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees