Greenberg Traurig (GT), a global law firm with locations across the world in 15 countries, has an exciting employment opportunity for you. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package, along with the opportunity to work within an innovative and collaborative environment.
Join our Immigration-International Team as a Business Immigration Specialist located in our Northern Virginia office.
We are seeking a highly skilled professional who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. The ideal candidate possesses strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, ensuring efficiency and accuracy in every task. With a dedicated work ethic and a can-do attitude, you will take initiative and approach challenges with confidence and resilience. Excellent communication skills are essential for collaborating effectively across teams and delivering exceptional client service. With a client-focused mindset and an initiative-taking approach, you will play a critical role in driving success, anticipating needs, and providing strategic solutions. If you are someone who demonstrate initiatives, adaptability, and innovation, we invite you to join our team.
This role will be based in our Northern Virginia office, on an in-office basis. Regular in-office presence is required for day-to-day operations, as well as for team meetings, training opportunities, and relationship building. This role reports to the Immigration Practice Group Manager.
Position Summary
The Business Immigration Specialist will partner with immigration attorneys/paralegals to assist with all administrative aspects of immigration cases. Candidate must be fluent in English.
Key Responsibilities
Initiates immigration cases and ensure all documents are provided within assigned deadlines.
Drafts various elements of Non-Immigrant Visa (NIV) (H-1B, L, E-1/2, TN, O-1, J) and Immigrant Visa (IV) (PERM, I-140, CP, AOS, Naturalization, etc.) cases, including cover/support letters, immigration forms, and supporting documents.
Processes I-485 (AOS- Adjustment of Status); submits applications for (I-765) employment authorization document; travel document, replacement I-94 and I-90.
Prepares immigration filings/client correspondence including Premium Processing upgrades and I-131 (AP – Advance Parole/Travel Document).
Reviews drafted work for accuracy.
Identifies issues during case production and escalates as needed.
Follows up with attorneys, paralegals, and/or clients and foreign nationals regarding case filings, as well as completed questionnaires and missing documents.
Conducts necessary data entry, including updating information and uploading documents received from clients and entering client details in case and document management systems, including INSZoom.
Maintains client files, including editing letters and forms.
Processes incoming and outgoing correspondence, including preparing mailings.
Requests checks and process invoices.
Calls USCIS and DOS as requested for case status, case questions etc.
Assists with overflow work and performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Works overtime as needed and if applicable.
Qualifications
Skills & Competencies
Ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines.
Excellent customer service skills and ability to work on multiple matters simultaneously in an organized manner and under minimal supervision.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written), professional demeanor and presentation.
High attention to detail, organizational and analytical skills and the ability to manage time effectively.
Ability to work independently toward team goals.
Ability to respond quickly and positively to shifting demands.
Can read and speak Korean and/or Japanese (strongly preferred)
Education & Prior Experience
Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience in an administrative or support role within a law firm or similar organization.
University/College degree or equivalent experience is preferred.
Familiar with immigration law/processes is preferred.
Technology
Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook, as well as basic proficiency in data entry and managing electronic files.
GT is an EEO employer with an inclusive workplace committed to merit-based consideration and review without regard to an individual’s race, sex, or other protected characteristics and to the principles of non-discrimination on any protected basis.
