Immigration Paralegal

Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC•Pittsburgh, DC

3d•$75,000 - $100,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney is a national law firm with a proven reputation for providing progressive, industry-leading legal, business, regulatory and government relations advice to our regional, national and international clients. We are searching for an Immigration Paralegal in our New York City, Washington, DC, Philadelphia or Pittsburgh, PA. office. This position offers hybrid schedule flexibility and a chance for significant client interaction with companies ranging from start-ups to Fortune 100 global organizations in all types of industries. You will be a valuable member of a friendly, collaborative team working directly with the Chair of the Immigration Practice.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree, required.
3-5+ years’ experience preparing a full range of business immigration petitions and applications for corporate clients, including H, L, TN, O, J, E, PERM, AOS, National Interest Waiver, EB-1, etc.
Experience working with immigration case management systems (INSZoom preferred)
Proficient in Microsoft applications with advanced level in Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and case tracking databases.
Team player with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Highly motivated with superior analytical and organizational ability.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills with a friendly personality.
Proven writing ability with strong attention to detail.
Takes initiative and works with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

Manage immigration and visa-related data and assist immigration attorneys with document review and all aspects of case preparation.
Draft forms and petition support letters.
Correspond with clients and government officials.
Manage PERM timelines and document collection.
Perform special projects and other assignments as requested by attorneys or others by establishing priorities and proactively anticipating attorney and client needs.