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Greenberg Traurig (GT), a global law firm, has an exciting full-time employment opportunity for a Business Immigration Paralegal in our Atlanta office. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package.
Position Summary:
The Business Immigration Paralegal will provide organizational and practice specific support to attorneys in our highly specialized Immigration Department. Will assist the team in a wide range of business immigration matters, including preparing various immigration forms and applications. Candidate should also be flexible to work overtime as needed.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Mentors more junior paralegals and case coordinators, to include providing training, answering questions, and explaining team processes, as needed
Prepares petitions/applications for various immigrant visa processes (PERM, I-140, AOS, Naturalization, etc.) and non-immigrant visa processes (H-1B, L, E-1/2/3, TN, O-1, J, etc.);
Prepares responses to request for evidence (RFE) for attorney review
Manages own caseload, processing, and distributing of essential documents
Maintains case management database, directs client contact-- phone calls, emails, and postal correspondence
Maintains oversight of individual caseload
Creates and maintains reports as needed
Contacts USCIS and U.S. consulate/embassies, schedules visa appointment interviews, and assists with submission of DS-160 applications
Assists in client intakes, prepares client mailings and submissions to various immigration offices
Liaises with government agencies (DOL, USCIS, NVC) to troubleshoot issues as necessary
Researches law, procedures and keeps track of immigration law updates
Assists with other department activities as needed, performs additional administrative duties and responsibilities as assigned/needed
Skills & Competencies:
Ability to communicate professionally and interact effectively with all levels of personnel, including clients, management staff and support staff
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written), professional demeanor and presentation
Ability to be a proactive self-starter who understands the details within a much larger context
High attention to detail, outstanding organizational skills and the ability to manage time effectively
Excellent customer service skills and ability to work on multiple matters simultaneously in an organized manner and under minimal supervision
Flexibility and able to respond quickly and positively to shifting demands
Position also requires the ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines
Qualifications & Prior Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree required, Certificate in Paralegal studies from an accredited institution preferred; equivalent experience considered
Certified Paralegal a plus
Minimum of 5-7 years International Immigration experience within a law firm with demonstrated knowledge of complex issues within the Immigration practice area
Experience in preparing immigrant and non-immigrant visas
Computer proficiency in Windows-based software and Microsoft Office Suite applications including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook
Familiar with immigration case management systems
Exceptional computer skills with the ability to learn new software applications quickly
Greenberg Traurig is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Greenberg Traurig are considered without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, age, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, among other protected bases.
Exemplifying our commitment to promoting inclusion and equity across our platform, the firm participates in the Mansfield Rule Certification Program (Mansfield). Mansfield, which is facilitated by The Diversity Lab, focuses on equal opportunity, fairness, and inclusivity. The Mansfield requirements are anchored in the consideration of expanded talent pools considered for select positions and open roles within the law firm and the implementation of and access to transparent processes. Utilizing the Mansfield framework, the firm’s progress and outcomes are measured and documented through Mansfield Certification Plus Metrics. In 2023, GT achieved Mansfield 6.0 Certification Plus. We are excited about our ongoing participation in Mansfield given the program’s alignment with the firm’s commitment to opportunities for advancement that are inclusive for everyone. Providing your data during the application process helps us with achieving our goals and with meeting reporting/record-keeping obligations under federal and state law and other legal requirements. Providing your data is entirely voluntary and will not be considered in the hiring process or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be treated confidentially.
