Immigration Paralegal

Position:
Immigration Paralegal
Location:
Rochester, New York
Job Type:
Full-Time, On-site
Salary Range:
DOE
Company Description:
We are seeking a dynamic, experienced candidate to join our law firm as an immigration paralegal. The successful candidate will be a part of a national immigration practice, which supports corporate client business groups. This position directly reports to the partners in the Immigration Practice Group.
Job Responsibilities:
Draft visa petitions and other documents for submission to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, U.S. Department of Labor and U.S. Department of State
Interact with clients from diverse organizations, professions, and cultural backgrounds
Investigate facts, collect and review source documents and materials
Function as a liaison between clients and attorneys
Manage client cases to ensure appropriate actions are taken in a timely manner
Education and Experience Requirements:
Prior immigration paralegal experience strongly preferred;
prior paralegal experience and work involving significant writing will also be considered;
writing samples will berequested of interviewed candidates
Bachelors Degree or equivalent combination of experience and education sufficient to indicate ability to be successful in the position
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong attention to detail and skill in proofreading complex documents
Excellent organizational skills;
ability to effectively plan work assignments to meet client needs
Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities
Ability to work independently, yet be an active contributor in a focused work team
Excellent benefit package:
Eligible to accrue 3 weeks of vacation beginning at 1 year of service
Significant employer contribution toward health insurance
Participation in 401(k) plan upon completion of eligibility requirements