Legal Assistant / Paralegal (Employment-Based Immigration, 1–5 yrs)
About the role
We’re a boutique firm dedicated exclusively to U.S. immigration. As a Legal Assistant/Paralegal on our employment-based team, you’ll help clients secure roles in the U.S. and reunite families—while learning fast and growing your impact.
What you’ll do
- Prepare, QC, and file employment-based matters: H-1B, L-1A/L-1B (incl. blanket), TN, O-1, PERM, I-140, I-485
- Draft support letters, exhibit lists, client checklists, and RFE responses
- Collect and review evidence; maintain organized, audit-ready e-files
- Own deadlines: track milestones and keep cases moving with zero-defect submissions
- Communicate clearly with clients, HR, and beneficiaries; reduce stress with proactive updates
- Manage intake and matter statuses
- Assist attorneys on strategy, case prep, and final assembly for USCIS submissions
What you bring (must-haves)
- 1–5 years of hands-on experience in employment-based immigration
- Recent experience with: L-1 and Blanket L-1’s, H-1B, O-1, TN, PERM, I-140, I-485
- Strong legal writing, organization, and attention to detail
- Comfort with case-management tools (Tracker preferred), PDFs, and Excel/Sheets
- Client-first mindset and reliable follow-through
Nice to have
- L-1 blanket experience; consular processing exposure
- Paralegal certificate or relevant JD coursework (preferred, not required)
- Any foreign language skills
- A positive, solutions-oriented attitude (a sense of humor helps!)
Work setting
Primarily in-office with the option to work from home 1 day/week.
Compensation & benefits
- Competitive salary $35 to $50 an hour based on experience
- Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k)
- 15 days vacation accrual/year, 5 days paid sick leave
Why us
We’re a tight-knit, diverse team that collaborates selflessly and treats every role as a true partner. You’ll get real responsibility, mentorship, and room to grow in a supportive, collegial environment.
How to apply (LinkedIn Easy Apply)
Please include a separate cover letter explaining why you would be a good fit at our firm.
Learn more:
Website: www.jfoklaw.com (see our Google and Yelp reviews)
We’re an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to a respectful, inclusive workplace.
