Law Firm Description

The Law Offices of Ron Katiraei, with its principal office in Manhattan, NY and additional office in Scottsdale, AZ, has provided high-quality legal services to the business community for over 25 years, having represented clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to small and mid-sized businesses throughout the United States. The firm focuses on U.S. Immigration and Nationality Law with a growing emphasis on Form I-9 compliance, employment eligibility verification, and corporate immigration compliance programs.

Role Description

The firm is seeking an Employment-based, Immigration, and I-9 Compliance Paralegal. This is a full-time, in-person position based in Scottsdale, Arizona. The primary focus of this role is assisting attorneys with preparation of Employment-based petitions and visas, consular processing as well as Form I-9 compliance services including conducting internal I-9 audits, reviewing employment eligibility verification documentation, identifying technical and substantive deficiencies, and assisting clients with implementing compliant hiring and record-keeping practices.

The paralegal will collaborate with attorneys and HR professionals to support I-9 compliance through audits, record management, training, and regulatory updates.

In addition to I-9 compliance work, the position includes supporting employment-based immigration matters by preparing petitions and applications, organizing supporting documentation for consular processing, maintaining case files, communicating with corporate clients, and tracking filing deadlines.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree
Experience with Form I-9 compliance, employment eligibility verification, or employment-based immigration matters.
Knowledge of U.S. immigration laws, regulations, and employer compliance obligations.
Experience conducting or assisting with Form I-9 audits, compliance reviews, or employment record examinations is strongly preferred.
Familiarity with government enforcement agencies, including the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), U.S. Department of Labor (DOL)
Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Strong skills in legal document preparation, compliance reporting, and maintaining detailed records.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with corporate clients, human resources personnel, managers, and employees.
Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to identify compliance issues and recommend appropriate corrective actions.
Strong analytical and research skills.
Excellent organizational and project management abilities, with the capacity to manage multiple client projects
Experience using electronic I-9 systems, case management software, or compliance platforms is preferred.
Experience in an immigration law firm, employment law practice, or corporate HR/compliance department is preferred
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Excellent compensation package commensurate with experience

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