Immigration Paralegal - All Offices

Harris Beach Murtha

Albany, NY

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$31.25–$40.87 Per Hour
SKILLS
Case Management, Documentation, Editing, Establish Priorities, Government, Legal, Microsoft Office, Military, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Paralegal, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Record Keeping, Regulations, Team Player, Time Management, Visa Applications, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Albany, NY
POSTED
1 day ago

Location: Open to all Harris Beach Murtha offices (Albany, Buffalo, Ithaca, Long Island (Uniondale), NYC, Rochester, Syracuse and White Plains, NY; Boston, MA; Bantam, Hartford, New Haven and Stamford, CT) for a hybrid opportunity.Do you have paralegal experience? Are you looking for work that has PURPOSE and the ability to change lives?RoleHarris Beach Murtha is in search of an Immigration Paralegal to assist in the preparation of nonimmigrant and immigrant visa applications for corporate and individual clients.You will THRIVE in this role if you have:3+ years of Business Immigration paralegal experience requiredA Bachelor's Degree in a field emphasizing writing or communicationExperience in business and family-based immigration (preferred not required)Superior writing/editing skills for complex support letters and strong written and oral communication skillsExperience with MS Office and expertise with computer assisted legal resourcesThe ability to manage multiple high-volume priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a professional, cooperative, positive and flexible attitudeResponsibilitiesThe Immigration Paralegal is responsible for preparing a wide variety of business-based nonimmigrant (H-1B, L-1, TN, E, and O-1) and immigrant (employment and family-based) petitions, including forms preparation, and supporting documentation.Do you have the DRIVE and DESIRE to:Manage high-volume corporate client accounts and work closely with clients to provide comprehensive immigration servicesCompile and maintain records of immigration filings, other documentation, and records of activity on behalf of clientsReview immigration regulations and be able to apply them to various case scenariosPerform research using all available immigration research tools including government agencies' websitesWrite detailed and complex supporting argumentationEnter case information into case management systemSuccess CriteriaExhibit the ability to effectively multi-task, meet deadlines, and provide solutions in a fast-paced office settingDemonstrate good organizational skills for prioritizing workloadBelieve in the firm's core values: integrity, respect, accountability, ingenuity, teamwork, and inclusion and engagementEnjoy working with diverse personalities within various levels of the firmComplete a minimum 1400 billable hours annuallyAre comfortable working in the office every day, with the potential to work a hybrid schedule after trainingSalary InformationSalary information will vary based on relevant experience, geographic location, and scheduled weekly hours.Anticipated Weekly SchedulesAlbany, Buffalo, Long Island (Uniondale), New York City, and White Plains, NY: 40 hours/weekIthaca, Rochester, and Syracuse, NY: 38.75 hours/weekMassachusetts and Connecticut: 35 hours/weekSalary RangesAlbany and Buffalo, NY: $31.25 - $40.87/hourIthaca, Rochester and Syracuse, NY: $32.26 - $42.18/hourWhite Plains and Long Island (Uniondale), NY: $33.65 - $43.27/hourNew York City, NY: $36.06 - $45.67/hourHarris Beach Murtha is committed to an inclusive environment and we welcome applications from diverse candidates with varied background and skills, including military experience. Harris Beach Murtha Cullina PLLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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