Immigration Paralegal

Jackson Lewis P.C. • Boston, MA

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About The Position

Focused on employment and labor law since 1958, Jackson Lewis P.C.’s 1,000+ attorneys located in major cities nationwide consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects business. We help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged and stable, and share our clients’ goals to emphasize belonging and respect for the contributions of every employee. The Firm is ranked in the First Tier nationally in the category of Labor and Employment Litigation, as well as in both Employment Law and Labor Law on behalf of Management, in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms”. Focused on labor and employment law since 1958, with a strong national immigration practice group, Jackson Lewis P.C.’s 950+ attorneys located in major cities nationwide consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects business. We help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged, stable and diverse, and share our clients' goals to emphasize inclusivity and respect for the contribution of every employee. The Firm is ranked in the First Tier nationally in the category of Labor and Employment Litigation, as well as in both Employment Law and Labor Law on behalf of Management, in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms”. The Firm has an opening in its Boston office for an Immigration Paralegal.

Requirements

• At least two years of previous business immigration work experience preferred
• Excellent writing, computer, interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills due to the time-sensitive nature of many of our firm’s filings.
• Communicate effectively in oral and written English
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Initiative, team orientation and professionalism
• Ability to work independently, multi-task, and prioritize assignments in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail
• Bachelor’s Degree required, any field but Social Sciences preferred

Nice To Haves

• Paralegal Certificate a plus

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in the preparation and filing of employment-based immigrant (EB-1, EB-2, and EB-3) and nonimmigrant (H-1B, E-3, TN, L-1A, L-1B, O-1, E-1/E-2) petitions and supporting documentation
• Assemble petitions and application packages for attorney review
• Communicate with individual clients, HR representatives and government agencies
• Help our firm’s clients gather necessary information/documents for filings
• Use specialized Case Management software to monitor deadlines and expirations and draft petitions and applications
• Draft support letters and other documents
• Track client communications and government correspondence
• Additional administrative duties may include: answering phones, scheduling appointments, generating invoices, filing, and other ad hoc tasks

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees