Immigration Paralegal

Fox Rothschild • Philadelphia, PA

8d • $80,000 - $125,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Fox Rothschild LLP is seeking an Immigration Paralegal with five (5) years of
experience employment based business immigration.

Requirements

• BA or BS degree preferred.
• Associate's degree or paralegal certificate required.
• Five or more years of professional work experience in business immigration (law firm, preferred).
• Ability to work well with clients and experts required.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong organizational and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask using analytical and problem-solving skills within a fast-paced environment with competing demands.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong problem-solving skills.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Ability to adapt to change and balance competing demands.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Ability to maintain highest level of confidentiality and provide outstanding customer service to internal and external clients/contacts.
• Demonstrated excellent facility using Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), database and presentation software.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with any of the following a plus: Js and J-1 waivers, Schedule A, student issues, visitor visa issues, naturalization, family immigration.
• Experience with LawLogix and/or INSZoom a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with, prepare and file employment-based applications (H, L, E, O, P, TN, EB-1s, NIWs, and EB-2 + EB-3 PERM labor certifications, etc.) under attorney supervision;
• Assist with the coordination and preparation of complex cases such as O-1 and EB-1 petitions, motions to reconsider;
• Assist with Audits of client documents including I-9, H-2B, LCA and PERM files;
• Research and assist with the preparation of Responses to Requests for Evidence, Responses to Intent to Deny Notices, etc.;
• Participate in case strategy meetings, client development activities, town hall meetings and seminars provided to clients;
• Data Entry, including detailed tracking into case management system and deadline monitoring;
• Perform intake of cases once assigned;
• Learn procedural and processing requirements for various types of non-immigrant and immigrant visa petitions and applications and Develop knowledge of Firm and client processes;

Benefits

• For information on Fox Rothschild's compensation and benefits visit: Compensation & Benefits (foxrothschild.com) [https://www.foxrothschild.com/careers-for-staff/compensation-benefits]

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree