Job Title:
Immigration Paralegal

Company: Lexitas Legal Talent Outsourcing

Location: boston, MA

Created: 2024-05-18

Job Type: Full Time

Job Description:

Our client, a well-regarded national law firm, is seeking a Senior Immigration Paralegal to join the firm's Boston office. The Senior Immigration Paralegal will be responsible for providing support to the firm's Immigration Practice. This role requires 60% in office presence; remote work is permissible 40% of the time.Responsibilities:The Senior Immigration Paralegal (Legal Specialist) will be responsible for providing support to the Immigration attorneys. This person functions as the team resource for clients.Preparation of H-1B, L-1, O-1, TN, E-1E-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.Required Qualifications & Skills:Bachelor's degree is required.6+ years of business immigration experience in a large or mid-sized, regional or national 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.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.Salary range is $70K-$90K but must have 6+ years of business immigration paralegal experience to be within that range.