Business Immigration Paralegal

Business Immigration Paralegal

Grossman Young & Hammond is not your typical law firm. Women-owned with a diverse attorney roster, we take pride in restoring humanity in the current atmosphere of a highly politicized and unpredictable U.S. immigration policy. Our team of top-notch lawyers is deeply committed to the ethical practice of law and, above all, passionate about immigration and international human rights. Our lawyers are nationally recognized for their expertise in immigration law and have received top rankings from the Washington Post, Washingtonian, The Legal Times, Best Lawyers and Chambers.

The ideal candidate is a team player and self-starter, who works well in a fast-paced, yet supportive environment, is detail-oriented, and is passionate about advocating for immigrant rights. Excellent organizational skills, superior writing ability and precise attention to detail is required. 

Prior experience handling Extraordinary Ability (O-1) and National Interest Waiver (NIW) Visa types preferred but not required.

Responsibilities include:

• Ensure that immigration documentation is drafted, organized, and filed in a thorough and timely manner; 
• Draft responsive/ informational emails and letters for attorney; 
• Draft exhibit tables and organize exhibits;
• Respond to client and foreign national (FN) inquiries;
• Inform attorney and clients (employers and FNs) of important matters, e.g., case status, filing deadlines;
• Implement appropriate immigration strategies based on discussion with attorney; 
• Research issues and provide results to attorney;
• Organize material for attorney teleconferences;
• Provide substantive comments regarding templates; 
• Responsible for “touching” each case on docket every week and following up with each client weekly as appropriate;  
• Ensure that database records (timelines, status documents) are up to date and accurate;
• Identify hard copy files for closure.

 Required education and experience:

Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 2 years' experience in business immigration law (i.e., H-1B, L-1, E-2, O-1, J-1, NIW, EB-1, PERM). 

Grossman Young & Hammond, LLC offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits and ample opportunity for professional growth.  

Interested candidates can apply by clicking on the Grossman Young & Hammond Career Center Link. Candidates should upload their resume and a cover letter describing their interest and motivation to work in the field of immigration law. 

For more information on our firm, please visit our website at www.grossmanyoung.com