Ogletree Deakins
Immigration Legal Writer – Ogletree Deakins
Help make the American dream come true for immigrants! This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career with one of the largest law firms in the United States, Ogletree Deakins. We have one of the largest business immigration practices, comprising experienced lawyers and paralegals focused on domestic and international corporations. Our fast‑paced practice offers a chance to work with our Raleigh-based team. The Legal Writer will draft correspondence and memoranda relevant to the firm’s immigration practice, collaborate with attorneys, and meet government deadlines.
Essential Functions
Research law, investigate facts, and prepare documents to assist attorneys with immigration matters.
Translate facts into understandable, persuasive content for officers adjudicating immigration matters.
Work closely with immigration attorneys on special writing projects.
Write skillfully and independently, and collaborate with reviewing attorneys to ensure accuracy of information.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree from a four‑year college or university, or a paralegal certificate from an ABA‑approved program.
4+ years of paralegal experience in a business immigration practice.
Excellent research, writing, and drafting of affidavits and briefs.
Excellent proofreading, editing, reading comprehension, and time‑management skills.
Benefits
Profit sharing.
Paid holidays, time off, sick leave, and parental leave.
Tuition reimbursement.
Dental & vision coverage.
401(k) matching program.
Employee assistance program.
Affordable health and life insurance.
Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Accounts.
Contact Information If you have questions, please e-mail adel.asim@ogletreedeakins.com with “Legal Writer – Raleigh” in the subject line. Applications submitted via e‑mail will not be considered.
Ogletree Deakins has one of the largest business immigration practices and provides a wide range of legal services for employers seeking temporary business visas and permanent residence for foreign national employees. We serve all sizes of clients, including numerous Fortune 500 companies. We are committed to diversity and encourage diverse candidates to apply.
Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Essential Functions
Research law, investigate facts, and prepare documents to assist attorneys with immigration matters.
Translate facts into understandable, persuasive content for officers adjudicating immigration matters.
Work closely with immigration attorneys on special writing projects.
Write skillfully and independently, and collaborate with reviewing attorneys to ensure accuracy of information.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree from a four‑year college or university, or a paralegal certificate from an ABA‑approved program.
4+ years of paralegal experience in a business immigration practice.
Excellent research, writing, and drafting of affidavits and briefs.
Excellent proofreading, editing, reading comprehension, and time‑management skills.
Benefits
Profit sharing.
Paid holidays, time off, sick leave, and parental leave.
Tuition reimbursement.
Dental & vision coverage.
401(k) matching program.
Employee assistance program.
Affordable health and life insurance.
Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Accounts.
Contact Information If you have questions, please e-mail adel.asim@ogletreedeakins.com with “Legal Writer – Raleigh” in the subject line. Applications submitted via e‑mail will not be considered.
Ogletree Deakins has one of the largest business immigration practices and provides a wide range of legal services for employers seeking temporary business visas and permanent residence for foreign national employees. We serve all sizes of clients, including numerous Fortune 500 companies. We are committed to diversity and encourage diverse candidates to apply.
Equal Opportunity Employer.
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