Immigration Paralegal - Minneapolis, MN

Fredrikson & Byron, P.A. • Full-time • Minneapolis, MN, US • $22 - $28 / hour • 4w ago

Who We Are:
Fredrikson & Byron is the premier Midwest-based law firm working collaboratively to help businesses achieve their goals regionally, nationally, and globally.

Overview:
We are seeking a Paralegal to join our growing and dynamic Immigration Law Department in our Minneapolis office, with the opportunity to work remotely in a hybrid environment. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with strong organizational skills, an interest in immigration law, and a passion for helping clients through the immigration process.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Work closely with attorneys to prepare a variety of employment-based nonimmigrant and immigrant petitions on behalf of employers and foreign nationals including H-1B, L-1, TN, PERMs, I-140, and I-485 petitions.
Prepare family-based petitions and naturalization applications.
Communicate directly with clients to gather necessary information and documentation.
Organize and manage confidential client data, deadlines, and documents.
Conduct legal research as needed to support case preparation.
Monitor and track case progress to ensure timely filings and/or responses to USCIS.
Assist attorneys and other team members with case management, including reporting needs and other case management duties as needed.

Our Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Strong verbal and written communication skills.
High attention to detail and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize deadlines.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Adobe, Word, Excel, Outlook).
Knowledge of immigration-related case management database is a plus.
1+ years' experience in immigration law or similar preferred.
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with a team.

Benefits:
Our comprehensive benefits options include medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, short- and long-term disability, employee resource benefits (inclusive of counseling, coaching, and caregiving guidance), paid parental leave, parenting classes, pre-tax parking and transportation options, and much more! Our retirement plan includes financial planning, Social Security/Medicare planning, 401(k)/Roth investment options, and a firm-paid profit-sharing contribution. Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms and conditions.

The salary range for this position varies by geographical market. In Minneapolis, the estimated starting annual pay range is $22-$28/hour. The compensation offered will be dependent on the candidate’s experience, skills, education, professional background, overall qualifications, and geographic market location.

Applying For This Position:
Applications will only be accepted online at https://www.fredlaw.com/careers-meet-us . Applicants will be asked to submit a cover letter and resume. For assistance with the application process or for accommodations, please contact recruiting@fredlaw.com.

About Fredrikson:
Diversity and inclusion are core values of Fredrikson & Byron. To best serve our clients, we provide innovative solutions to legal needs by cultivating a diverse workforce. With a reputation as the firm “where law and business meet,” our attorneys and staff bring business acumen and entrepreneurial thinking to operate as business advisors, strategic partners, and legal counselors to our clients. The firm’s 400+ attorneys serve clients through our ten locations around the world: Minneapolis, Saint Paul, and Mankato, MN; Bismarck and Fargo, ND; Ames and Des Moines, IA; Madison, WI; Saltillo, Mexico; and Shanghai, China. Visit www.fredlaw.com for more information.

Fredrikson & Byron, P.A. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.