Temporary Immigration Paralegal
ImmigrationJobs, Phila, PA, United States
Fox Rothschild LLP is seeking an Immigration Paralegal with five (5) years of experience family and/or employment based business immigration.
Responsibilities
Assist with, prepare and file family and 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;
Research and assist with the preparation of Responses to Requests for Evidence, Responses to Intent to Deny Notices, etc.;
Data Entry, including detailed tracking into case management system and deadline monitoring;
Collect case information and documents for assigned cases;
Knowledge of procedural and processing requirements for various types of non-immigrant and immigrant visa petitions and applications;
Experience with any of the following a plus: Schedule A, student issues, visitor visa issues, and naturalization.
Skills And Abilities
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.
Manage high volume of information with tight turn‑around times.
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.
Requirements
BA or BS degree preferred.
Associate’s degree or paralegal certificate required.
Five or more years of professional work experience in family and/or business immigration (law firm, preferred).
Ability to work well with clients and experts required.
Ability to work independently.
Strong organizational and written communication skills.
Experience with INSZoom a plus.
Ability to multitask using analytical and problem‑solving skills within a fast‑paced environment with competing demands.
Work Environment & Physical Demands
This job operates in a clerical, office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
Achieve high level of productivity.
Physical Requirements Sedentary work: Exertion of physical strength to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects up to 10 pounds. Work involves sitting most of the time. Walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties.
DISCLAIMER Fox Rothschild LLP is under no obligation to provide sponsorship for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis now and in the future.
This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions that the employee may be required to perform and the employee may be required to perform additional duties. Additionally, management reserves the right to review and revise the job description at any time. Employment with the firm is at‑will. Employees must be able to satisfactorily perform all of the essential functions of the position with or without a reasonable accommodation. If an accommodation request would cause an undue hardship or a safety concern, the individual may not be eligible for the position.
Equal Opportunity Employer - vets, disability
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Responsibilities
Assist with, prepare and file family and 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;
Research and assist with the preparation of Responses to Requests for Evidence, Responses to Intent to Deny Notices, etc.;
Data Entry, including detailed tracking into case management system and deadline monitoring;
Collect case information and documents for assigned cases;
Knowledge of procedural and processing requirements for various types of non-immigrant and immigrant visa petitions and applications;
Experience with any of the following a plus: Schedule A, student issues, visitor visa issues, and naturalization.
Skills And Abilities
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.
Manage high volume of information with tight turn‑around times.
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.
Requirements
BA or BS degree preferred.
Associate’s degree or paralegal certificate required.
Five or more years of professional work experience in family and/or business immigration (law firm, preferred).
Ability to work well with clients and experts required.
Ability to work independently.
Strong organizational and written communication skills.
Experience with INSZoom a plus.
Ability to multitask using analytical and problem‑solving skills within a fast‑paced environment with competing demands.
Work Environment & Physical Demands
This job operates in a clerical, office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
Achieve high level of productivity.
Physical Requirements Sedentary work: Exertion of physical strength to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects up to 10 pounds. Work involves sitting most of the time. Walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties.
DISCLAIMER Fox Rothschild LLP is under no obligation to provide sponsorship for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis now and in the future.
This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions that the employee may be required to perform and the employee may be required to perform additional duties. Additionally, management reserves the right to review and revise the job description at any time. Employment with the firm is at‑will. Employees must be able to satisfactorily perform all of the essential functions of the position with or without a reasonable accommodation. If an accommodation request would cause an undue hardship or a safety concern, the individual may not be eligible for the position.
Equal Opportunity Employer - vets, disability
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