Immigration Paralegal - Boston
The Immigration Paralegal will be responsible for providing support to the Immigration attorneys. This person functions as the team resource for clients.
Responsibilities:Preparation of H-1B, L-1, O-1, TN, E-1/E-2, and all other types of visa petitions.Preparation of PERM Labor Certification cases and all types of permanent residence applications (I-130, I-140, I-485, Immigrant Visa).Extensive communication with government agencies and clients.Own the client relationship and provide a high level of client service, ensuring customer satisfaction at all times.Troubleshoot and have direct contact with clients on processes and procedures.Effectively manage client team, including workload, productivity, onboarding, training, development, etc.Regularly review client-facing and internal reports to monitor case activity and new case initiations.Assign cases to junior paralegals.Assist on special projects as assigned.Assume additional responsibilities as requested.This role requires 60% in office presence; remote work is permissible 40% of the time.
Qualifications:Bachelor’s Degree required.6+ years of business immigration experience in a law firm setting.Must have outstanding case management skills.Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate, train, and develop staff.Experience using immigration-focused database, including reviewing various reports for accuracy, performing reporting as needed, and monitoring data compliance.Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.Strong organizational and administrative skills.Excellent attention to detail and ability to execute through to completion.Creative problem-solving skills, reasoning ability, and logical thought process.Ability to work under pressure, prioritize competing demands and meet various deadlines.Demonstrated ability to professionally interact and collaborate with colleagues at all levels.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Outstanding sense of customer service.Enthusiastic, proactive, and positive attitude.Ability to handle confidential matters with discretion.Must be self-motivated to produce quality work.High level of integrity and honesty.Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in using Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint. Ability to quickly get up to speed and master new applications and software is critical.Flexibility to work overtime when necessary.
Responsibilities:Preparation of H-1B, L-1, O-1, TN, E-1/E-2, and all other types of visa petitions.Preparation of PERM Labor Certification cases and all types of permanent residence applications (I-130, I-140, I-485, Immigrant Visa).Extensive communication with government agencies and clients.Own the client relationship and provide a high level of client service, ensuring customer satisfaction at all times.Troubleshoot and have direct contact with clients on processes and procedures.Effectively manage client team, including workload, productivity, onboarding, training, development, etc.Regularly review client-facing and internal reports to monitor case activity and new case initiations.Assign cases to junior paralegals.Assist on special projects as assigned.Assume additional responsibilities as requested.This role requires 60% in office presence; remote work is permissible 40% of the time.
Qualifications:Bachelor’s Degree required.6+ years of business immigration experience in a law firm setting.Must have outstanding case management skills.Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate, train, and develop staff.Experience using immigration-focused database, including reviewing various reports for accuracy, performing reporting as needed, and monitoring data compliance.Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.Strong organizational and administrative skills.Excellent attention to detail and ability to execute through to completion.Creative problem-solving skills, reasoning ability, and logical thought process.Ability to work under pressure, prioritize competing demands and meet various deadlines.Demonstrated ability to professionally interact and collaborate with colleagues at all levels.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Outstanding sense of customer service.Enthusiastic, proactive, and positive attitude.Ability to handle confidential matters with discretion.Must be self-motivated to produce quality work.High level of integrity and honesty.Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in using Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint. Ability to quickly get up to speed and master new applications and software is critical.Flexibility to work overtime when necessary.