Immigration Paralegal

Azarmehr Law Group • Full-time • Austin, TX, US • 4h ago

Our mid-sized Austin-based immigration law firm, Azarmehr Law Group (ALG), is seeking an ambitious Immigration Paralegal to join our team.

This position provides a rare opportunity for those passionate about a career in immigration law. We offer a great work environment with an experienced team, benefits, and opportunities to grow. You should be ready to help us navigate the complexities of the U.S. immigration process for the benefit of our clients.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal certificate
At least 1 year of immigration legal experience, required
At least 1 year of PERM experience, preferred
At least 1 year of experience handling the H-1B petition process, required.
Must live within a commutable distance of Austin, Texas, United States.

Job Duties:

Assist attorneys with the preparation and filing of employment-based immigration applications and petitions;
Handle client communications and work with government officials to move cases forward;
Perform legal research as needed.

Required Skills & Knowledge:

Handle complex tasks expertly;
skilled in using legal AI tools;
Prioritize workload in deeply time-sensitive field of law and meet strict deadlines;
Be highly attentive to detail and have the ability to edit carefully;
Provide excellent client service;
Flexible and adaptable to dynamic setting;
Organized; ambitious with strong initiative;
Possess a positive attitude and a professional demeanor;
Proficiency with Word, Excel, and Outlook required; and
Excellent written communication skills.

To apply, please submit your:

Resume and
A writing sample. Your writing sample should demonstrate your legal, professional, or academic ability. No length requirement.
Only applicants who submit both items requested will be considered for an interview.

At ALG we are committed to equal opportunity in hiring practices. Thank you. We look forward to learning more about you.

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Application Question(s):

Will you now, or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status)?
What employment based visa types do you have experience with?