Description

Our Client are seeking a Business Immigration Paralegal Assistant to join our team in the legal industry, based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In this role, you will be responsible for a range of tasks including managing immigration cases, drafting and preparing support letters, and conducting legal research. This role offers an exciting opportunity for an individual looking to gain experience in the legal field with a focus on immigration matters.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the management of immigration cases, ensuring all are completed within the required timeframe.

• Take responsibility for drafting and preparing support letters, forms, and responses for complex immigration issues.

• Assemble and organize exhibits and other components required for filing.

• Incorporate feedback from supervisors into filings, ensuring precision and accuracy.

• Review documents to identify any major issues such as status gaps and unauthorized employment.

• Conduct legal research and draft correspondence for clients and agencies.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records and databases.

• Review draft submissions and address any major case issues.

• Prepare summaries of cases and assist attorneys in communicating with clients.

• Act as the primary contact for clients, providing updates on cases and facilitating communication.

• Generate and oversee reports for case teams and clients.

• Ensure adherence to firm protocols for maintaining files and record-keeping.

• Monitor the status of immigration submissions and take appropriate action when necessary.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar role within the legal sector

• Proven ability in handling Employment-Based Immigration cases

• Strong case management skills with attention to detail

• Demonstrated ability to conduct thorough legal research

• Experience in assisting attorneys in all aspects of business immigration cases

• Familiarity with immigration forms and procedures

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities

• Proficiency in using legal software and Microsoft Office Suite

• Bachelor's degree in law or related field is preferred

• Paralegal certification is a plus.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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