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Senior Paralegal (Business Immigration)

Senior Paralegal (Business Immigration)

CIP PC.Chicago, IL, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

As a strong affiliate of Envoy Global, Inc. CIP PC is a highly reputable law firm with a dedicated, remote workforce based around the United States. Due to continued traction with our corporate clients, we are seeking a Senior Paralegal (with a focus on business immigration) to join our team on a permanent, full time basis.

Please Note : This specific role calls for a Senior Paralegal with sound experience processing complex writing NIV visas in particular. Experience with H, L, TN, and O visas is strongly preferred, as well as experience with RFEs.

The purpose of our Senior Paralegal is to independently analyze information and documents and prepare / compile immigration petitions and applications for attorney review. The Senior Paralegal will also handle client / foreign national communications regarding case processing and status for key accounts / clients.

As our preferred candidate, your key responsibilities will include :

  • Ensure effective document intake : i.e., review documents for validity and sufficiently analyze immigration status based on documents provided during document.
  • Ensure accountability for the heavy drafting of case documents, statutory forms, and templated letters of support for NIV applications, including petitions for key accounts / clients. Specifically H, L, TN, and O visas types.
  • Flag any potential / foreseeable case-related issues with Attorney and / or Senior Case Manager, in a timely manner.
  • Review visa petitions by less experienced Paralegal staff (as required).
  • Utilize online immigration case tracking system to monitor case status and activities on a daily basis.
  • Swiftly draft responses to requests for evidence.
  • Coordinate with Client Support Specialists the printing, scanning, and posting of cases, and service requests.
  • Respond to client communication requests – either via client contact, or directly with the foreign national.
  • Prioritize daily workload based on fluctuating client deadlines, whilst maintaining an appropriate sense of urgency.
  • Flag any ideas for process improvement to appropriate attorney / Case Manager.
  • Contribute to positive team morale, especially within a remote work environmen t.

To APPLY for this role and be under consideration, you must possess the following :

  • 3-4 full years of experience working as an Immigration Paralegal drafting employment-based petitions, specifically PERM visas.
  • Completed bachelor's degree – highly desirable.
  • A genuine interest in US immigration, with a desire to treat clients & foreign nationals with respect and an empathetic approach.
  • Experience drafting complex NIV visas, such as H, L, TN, and O visa applications preferred.
  • Experience working with a high volume of active and inactive cases at any one time.
  • Excellent written + verbal English communication skills, including spelling and grammar.
  • Strong attention to detail to ensure consistent accuracy of work.
  • Experience communicating directly with (HR staff) and / or foreign nationals regarding case requirements, including work on key accounts / clients.
  • Ability to meet strict deadlines and prioritize caseload.
  • Strong computer literacy with the ability to adapt to state-of-the-art Envoy case processing software to monitor and record all visa petitions.
  • Ability to follow due process, templates, and to adapt to evolving innovation within the Firm, and Industry.
  • Minimum Intermediate level proficiency with MS Suite (Teams, Outlook, Word).
  • A friendly, courteous and respectful demeanor with the ability to work as a member of a team.

    • CIP P.C. is a highly reputable business immigration law firm that focuses on offering its clients exceptional legal service and support, whilst ensuring a work-life balance for its employees.

    Annual Salary Range : $50,000- $80,000.00

    Notice at Collection for California Applicants :

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