We are an established Corporate Immigration Law Firm seeking to hire an experienced Senior Immigration Paralegal with a strong background in nonimmigrant visa (NIV) case processing for our office located in North San Jose. The ideal candidate will have 5 or more years of progressive, employment-based immigration experience, with deep, hands-on knowledge of current visa application processes, procedures, and agency requirements.
This role is well-suited for a highly skilled professional who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, is exceptionally detail-oriented, self-motivated, and takes pride in supporting team success through expertise, collaboration, and mentorship.
This position will transition to a 3/2 hybrid work model after the first 90 days. Candidates must reside locally to accommodate on-site requirements as needed.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Independently manage high-volume, complex nonimmigrant visa casework, including data collection, form preparation, supporting documentation, and end-to-end filing with USCIS and other government agencies.
- Prepare and process NIV petitions such as H-1B, L-1, O-1, TN, E-3, and related extensions, amendments, and consular processing matters.
- Serve as a primary point of contact for corporate clients, HR personnel, foreign nationals, immigration attorneys, and government entities, managing cases from intake through adjudication.
- Maintain and proactively monitor the firm’s case management system, ensuring accuracy of client data, case notes, action items, and critical expiration dates.
- Identify issues, anticipate risks, and escalate complex case matters appropriately while proposing practical solutions.
- Stay current on immigration law developments, policy changes, and procedural updates, particularly those impacting nonimmigrant visa processing.
- Support internal team members by sharing knowledge, best practices, and process improvements related to NIV workflows.
Position Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree and/or Paralegal Certificate required.
- Minimum of 5 years of recent, full-time employment-based immigration experience, with a strong emphasis on nonimmigrant visas.
- Demonstrated, hands-on experience preparing, filing, and managing NIV and immigrant petitions from start to finish.
- In-depth, working knowledge of current USCIS, DOS, and consular processing procedures.
- Proven ability to prepare high-quality, detail-intensive filings efficiently in both electronic and paper-based environments.
- Ability to clearly and professionally communicate with foreign nationals, corporate stakeholders, and legal professionals.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously while consistently meeting firm service level agreements.
- Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Windows and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and common business tools including Adobe Acrobat, document scanning, and INSZoom.
- Demonstrated commitment to maintaining and expanding advanced knowledge of corporate immigration processes and regulations.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $35.00 - $45.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Preparing and Filing H-1B Visa: 4 years (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- San Jose, CA 95134: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in San Jose, CA 95134
