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Immigration Paralegal-Bilingual English/Spanish

Law Offices of Ron Katiraei • Full-time • Scottsdale, AZ, US • 23h ago

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Job description:

Immigration Paralegal – Bilingual Spanish/English

Location: Scottsdale, Arizona

Position: Full-Time, In person

Salary: $65,000–$75,000 annually, commensurate with experience

About Our Firm

The Law Offices of Ron Katiraei is an established immigration law firm representing businesses throughout the United States since 2000. With our principal office in Midtown Manhattan, New York City, and an office in Scottsdale, Arizona, we serve clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to small and mid-sized businesses.

Our practice focuses primarily on employment-based immigration, including PERM labor certifications, immigrant petitions, temporary work visas, and consular processing.

We are seeking an experienced Bilingual English/Spanish Immigration Paralegal to join our Scottsdale office. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in employment-based immigration, the ability to independently prepare and manage cases, and excellent communication skills in working directly with corporate clients and HR professionals.

Key Responsibilities

Independently prepare and manage employment-based immigration petitions and applications, including PERM labor certifications, I-140 petitions, and NVC/consular processing cases.
Prepare employment-based nonimmigrant petitions, including L-1, O-1, H-1B, H-2B, and H-2A matters, as applicable.
Prepare responses to Requests for Evidence (RFEs), audits, and other government inquiries.
Review immigration forms, supporting documentation, and employer letters for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable requirements.
Communicate directly with corporate clients, HR representatives, and foreign national employees to obtain documentation, coordinate case preparation, and provide timely updates.
Monitor filing deadlines, government notices, visa expiration dates, and case progress.
Work closely with attorneys and other team members to ensure efficient case preparation, quality control, and timely filings.

Required Qualifications

Minimum five (5) years of hands-on immigration paralegal experience, including substantial experience in employment-based immigration.
Demonstrated experience preparing PERM labor certification applications, I-140 petitions, and/or NVC/consular processing cases.
Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish, including professional verbal communication.
Bachelor's degree.
Proven ability to independently prepare and manage immigration cases with minimal supervision.
Strong knowledge of USCIS and Department of Labor immigration procedures and filing requirements.
Experience communicating professionally with corporate clients, employers, HR personnel, and foreign national employees.
Excellent drafting, organizational, and communication skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple cases, prioritize assignments, and meet strict deadlines.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, immigration case-management software, and electronic document management.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience preparing L-1, O-1, EB-1, H-1B, H-2B, and/or H-2A petitions.
Familiarity with Form I-9 compliance and E-Verify.
Experience working with corporate and employer-based immigration clients across multiple industries.

Compensation & Benefits

Annual Salary: $65,000–$75,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Discretionary performance-based bonuses may be awarded based on individual performance and the firm's overall results.
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays

How to Apply

Submit resume and cover letter to HR@katiraeilaw.com

Please do not contact our office by telephone. All applications and inquiries must be submitted in writing.

Work Location: Scottsdale, Arizona — Full-Time, In person

Work Location: In person