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Business Immigration Paralegal

ImmigrationJobs, Cleveland, OH, United States


LHH is recruiting a Business Immigration Paralegal for the Cleveland Office of a regional law firm. This position is 90% remote. The business immigration paralegal prepares nonimmigrant (H-1B, L-1, E-2, TN, O-1) and immigrant (PERM, I-140, EB-1, I-485) visa petitions for corporate clients under attorney supervision. They manage high-volume caseloads, liaise between foreign nationals and government agencies (USCIS, DOL), prepare legal documentation, and ensure compliance with immigration regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Petition Preparation:

Draft and file complex nonimmigrant and immigrant visa petitions (H-1B, L-1, PERM, I-140, I-485).

Case Management:

Manage high-volume, deadline-driven caseloads using immigration software.

Client Communication:

Act as the primary contact for foreign nationals and HR managers, explaining legal processes and gathering documentation.

Document Preparation:

Draft comprehensive support letters, legal forms, and affidavits.

Research & Tracking:

Track regulatory changes, monitor processing times, and conduct research on complex immigration issues.

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s degree (required by many firms) and a paralegal certificate.

Experience:

Generally 1–3 years of specialized business immigration experience.

Technical Skills:

Proficiency in MS Office Suite and immigration case management systems (INSZoom, LawLogix, Cerenade).

Core Competencies:

Strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work under strict deadlines.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

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