About Serotte Immigration Partners
Serotte Immigration Partners focuses on business and family-based immigration, helping corporations, professionals, investors, entrepreneurs, and families navigate complex U.S. visa and immigration processes. We serve a wide range of start-up and corporate clients including technology companies, energy producers, financial institutions, retailers, and international manufacturers, often working closely with HR teams to streamline high-volume immigration matters. Our practice covers all types of business work permits, including H-1B, L-1, TN-1 (NAFTA), O-1, H-3, J-1, and P-1 visas, as well as Permanent Resident status and U.S. citizenship. We also support individual investors and families with border issues, cross-border U.S./Canada matters, and creative solutions for business owners and investors expanding into the United States.
About the Role
The experienced Immigration Paralegal is a full-time, on-site role based in our Buffalo, NY office. You'll prepare and organize immigration petitions and applications across employment-based and family-based visas, adjustment of status, and naturalization filings. Day to day, you will gather and review supporting documentation, maintain case files, and manage deadlines while communicating regularly with clients, HR representatives, and attorneys to ensure accurate and timely submissions.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Preparing and organizing immigration petitions and applications, including drafting forms and supporting letters
- Gathering, reviewing, and compiling supporting documentation into well-organized evidence packets
- Conducting legal research on immigration regulations, policies, and procedures
- Tracking case progress through government systems and managing filing deadlines
- Communicating regularly with clients, corporate HR contacts, and attorneys
- Supporting attorneys with case strategy and coordinating with government agencies as needed
- Contributing to overall workflow efficiency within the firm
Qualifications
- Strong foundation in law and immigration law, with a working understanding of U.S. immigration processes and procedures
- Knowledge of immigration matters and visa categories, including both employment-based and family-based classifications, as well as adjustment of status and naturalization filings
- Proficiency in legal document preparation, including drafting forms, support and employer letters, and compiling well-organized evidence packets
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with meticulous attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to manage a high-volume caseload, prioritize competing demands, and consistently meet strict government and internal deadlines
- Competence with legal case management software (Salesforce or comparable) and standard office applications (Microsoft 365, document formatting, and PDF tools)
- Strong work ethic and a genuine commitment to learning and professional growth
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced team
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree and/or paralegal certificate preferred
Salary & Benefits
We offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience, along with a benefits package designed to support your wellbeing and future, including 401(k) retirement plan, Health Insurance, and Paid Time Off (PTO).
Our Culture & Environment
Serotte Immigration Partners is a collaborative, growth-oriented firm where every team member's contribution matters. We take pride in doing excellent, detail-driven work for our clients while supporting one another along the way. You'll join a great team that values initiative, curiosity, and a commitment to continuous learning, an environment where hard work is recognized and rewarded and where there's real room to grow your skills and your career.
