Immigration Paralegal (PERM)

Jewell Stewart Pratt Beckerson & Carr PC • Full-time • San Francisco, CA, US • $31 - $40 / hour • 3m ago

Job Title: Paralegal (PERM)

Location: Hybrid,San Francisco, CA

Pay Range: $31-40 per hour

Jewell Stewart Pratt Beckerson & Carr PC, a nationally recognized San Francisco (FiDi) business immigration law firm, has an opening for a full-time Paralegal on its PERM/I-140/AOS team.

The paralegal is responsible for document preparation, research, and case management under the supervision of an attorney. To be successful in this role, a paralegal must have strong communication and legal writing skills. This is a hybrid role.

Responsibilities

Support an attorney in all phases of the PERM labor certification process, including carrying out recruitment and drafting ETA Form 9089
Prepare and file PERM-based I-140s, I-130s, I-485s and related applications, DS-260s, re-entry permits, permanent residency card renewals, and naturalization applications with the appropriate U.S. government agencies
Correspond with clients to gather documents and information; answer questions about their visa processes
Use case management system/database and project management skills to monitor case milestones, follow up with clients, and meet both legal and client-relations deadlines
Organize and maintain case documents, databases, files, and subject-matter resources following the firm’s standard procedures
Produce error-free forms, correspondence, and related legal work products including applications and petitions
Properly assemble applications and petitions and ensure correct and timely filings
Other tasks as required to meet client and firm needs
Participate in team meetings

What we are looking for

Desire to learn and grow in the field of immigration law.
Ability to work at a fast pace and prioritize your workload.
Demonstrated initiative, resourcefulness, and good judgment.
Strong writing; ability to communicate effectively and precisely.
Strong organization, attention to detail, and communication skills.
Analytical and problem-solving skills.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent education and experience as defined by California Business and Professions Code § 6450(c).
Minimum of three years of paralegal experience preparing PERMs, PERM-based I-140s, and AOS applications
INSZoom experience is a plus

What we offer

Small-firm collegiality with big-firm benefits.
Compensation commensurate with experience.
Training and open-door support.
Work with top professionals in the field, and great clients.

Does this sound like the type of law firm where you can thrive? If so, apply now for consideration: email your resume to hr [at] jspvisa [dot] com.