This is a senior level position, responsible for a variety of Immigration Paralegal and case management responsibilities. This position will require overtime.

Duties And Responsibilities

Work closely with clients, their employees and families to provide comprehensive immigration service through the entire application process, including responses to applications, requests for evidence, interviews and compliance
Prepare, manage and monitor a wide variety of business-based nonimmigrant petitions including H-1B, H-3, TN, E, J-1, L-1 and O-1
Oversee a variety of business based immigrant matters from initiation through approval including PERM Labor Certification, I-140, EB-1, etc.
Respond to RFEs
Assist with application and obtaining work visas with U.S. consular offices abroad
Compile and maintain records of immigration forms, other documentation and records of activity on behalf of corporate clients’ employees
Actively manage case load using online case management system and reporting
Serve as key contact with client and foreign nationals; direct and manage communications; prioritize responses from legal team
Perform research using all available immigration research tools including government agency websites
Mentor and delegate work to junior Paralegals and Project Assistants
All other projects as assigned by an Attorney or the Paralegal Manager.

Required

Education and/or Experience:

BA/BS with strong academic credentials
Proficient at Microsoft Office Applications and Adobe Acrobat
Familiarity with Formally and LawLogix, or other Immigration focused applications
Minimum of 10+ years of Business Immigration experience

Preferred

Paralegal Certificate from an ABA approved school
Proficient using technology

Other Skills And Abilities

The following will also be required of the successful candidate:

Strong organizational skills
Strong attention to detail
Good judgment
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others
Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion
Able to work under pressure
Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities

The Target Salary Range For This Role Is

$108,000 - $130,000 if located in Illinois.

Salaries vary by location and are based on numerous factors, including, but not limited to, the relevant market, skills, experience, and education of the selected candidate. Our compensation package also includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program. Benefits information can be found at Sidley.com/Benefits.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities above satisfactorily and meet the requirements. The requirements listed above are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email sidleytalentacquisition@sidley.com (current employees should contact Human Resources).

Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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