Greenberg Traurig (GT), a global law firm with locations across the world in 15 countries, has an exciting employment opportunity for you. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package, along with the opportunity to work within an innovative and collaborative environment.

Join our Immigration department as a Business Immigration Specialist located in our Warsaw Center of Excellence office (remote).

Position Summary

The Business Immigration Paralegal position will provide organizational and practice specific support to attorneys in our highly specialized Immigration Department. This position assists the team in a wide range of business immigration matters including preparing various immigration forms and applications.

Duties & Responsibilities

Draft, review, and edit technical/legal documents and letters based on internal materials.
Draft writing intensive immigration petitions (O-1A, EB-1A, & EB-2 NIW).
Draft detailed support letters and letters of recommendation.
Draft summaries of published works of foreign nationals.
Revise documents according to internal specifications and client feedback.
Reply to client messages in the case management system.
Initiate immigration cases and ensure all documents are provided within assigned deadlines.
Draft various elements of Non-Immigrant Visa (NIV) (H-1B, L, E-1/2, TN, O-1, J, and Immigrant Visa (IV) (PERM, I-140, CP, AOS, Naturalization, etc.) cases, including cover/support letters, immigration forms, and supporting documents.
Process I-485 (AOS- Adjustment of Status); submits applications for (I-765) employment authorization document; travel document, replacement I-94 and I-90.
Prepare immigration filings/client correspondence including Premium Processing upgrades and I-131 (AP – Advance Parole/Travel Document).
Change and file extensions of statuses, including B2; processes fiancé/finance petitions.
Submit and file I-751 (Removal of Conditions).
Review drafted work for accuracy. Identify issues during case production and escalate as needed.
Prepare responses to request for evidence.
Research law, procedures and keeps track of immigration law updates.
Follow up with attorneys, and/or clients and foreign nationals regarding case filings, as well as completed questionnaires and missing documents.
Conduct necessary data entry, including updating information and uploading documents received from clients and entering client details in case and document management systems, including INSZoom.
Maintain client files, including editing letters and forms.
Contact USCIS and U.S. consulate/embassies, schedules visa appointment interviews.
Assist in client intakes, prepares client mailings and submissions to various immigration offices.
Liaise with government agencies (DOL, USCIS, NVC) to troubleshoot issues as necessary.

Skills & Competencies

Ability to communicate professionally and interact effectively with all levels of personnel, including management staff and support staff
Excellent customer service skills and ability to work on multiple matters simultaneously in an organized manner and under minimal supervision
High attention to detail, outstanding organizational skills and the ability to manage time effectively
Detail-oriented, with excellent proofreading skills
Be able to work independently toward team goals
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written), professional demeanor and presentation
Position requires the ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines

Qualifications & Prior Experience

Excellent writing, editing, research, and critical thinking skills.
Ability to gain a basic understanding of a variety of different industry-specific topics that include fashion, pharmaceuticals, medical device, oil & gas, etc.
Ability to present complex research in clear, concise prose accessible to a wide audience.
Strong attention to detail, outstanding organizational skills, and ability to manage time effectively.
Ability to use good judgment and work under pressure to meet strict deadlines and effectively prioritize multiple tasks.
Ability to maintain and exceed high-quality client service; proactive in seeking innovative ways to help others.
Ability to work in fast paced environment; flexibility and ability to respond quickly and positively to shifting demands.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written), professional demeanor, and presentation.
High degree of self-motivation and ability to work independently under tight deadlines.
Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
Ability to work independently toward team goals.
Ability to respond quickly and positively to shifting demands.

Other

Be a Polish citizen living in Poland or a foreign national living in Poland with the right to work in Poland without a work permit.

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