Immigration Paralegal

At Fisher Phillips, we know exceptional talent is the key to our success, to providing the best service to our internal and external clients. Being a part of the Fisher Phillips team means you will work with cutting edge technology in a professional and fun environment under leadership ready to invest in your professional development. If you have a growth mindset, are eager to challenge yourself, and desire to work with a team of professionals instituting change on an ongoing basis, keep reading.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Fisher Phillips is an award-winning international employment and labor law firm seeking an experienced Immigration Paralegal to work in our Orlando office. Qualified applicants must reside in or near Orlando. For more information about the firm, please visit us at our website at www.fisherphillips.com.

In this role, the Immigration Paralegal provides quality and specialized document preparation and has extensive client contact and works collaboratively and cooperatively with others in a team-oriented Immigration Department. This is a cohesive team which is well-managed and well-organized with secretarial and clerical support.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Familiar with all types of employment-based immigration practices.
• Work in a team environment while building knowledge of Firm, client and Immigration processes.
• Under direction of Attorney, take lead with client communications for intake of cases, collection of documents and information, and troubleshooting issues.
• Provide guidance about software systems and case processing to clients and foreign nationals as directed.
• Competent case handling while developing wider knowledge base and increased level of independence.
• Evaluate cases, communicate concerns, and proactively and appropriately escalate if/as necessary.
• Draft petition forms, support letters and assemble supporting documents for attorney review.
• Run weekly case reports for attorney/s using INSZoom Reports and may be requested to run client reports for attorney calls with clients from INSZoom Reports.
• Competent with case management and other reporting tools and technologies used to manage data and information.
• Manage status of all filed applications and petitions per policy and utilize Firm document, data management, and accounting/billing systems to prepare, monitor, and record all aspects of work.
• As directed, make contact with government agencies to obtain information regarding any potential process delays or problems and communicates the same to attorney.
• Conduct pertinent research as necessary to gather information, e.g. background on a company or industry, current wages, processing procedures, standard processing times, etc.
• Able to juggle multiple assignments and/or deadlines while maintaining a professional demeanor and timely seeks assistance when needed.
• Willing and capable to offer assistance to others when needed.
• Maintains an exceptional client service attitude and professional demeanor at all times.
• Shows initiative, flexibility, resiliency and a willingness to adapt to change.
• Takes ownership and gets the job done without the need for prodding or supervision.
• Maintains a positive, “can do” attitude when dealing with clients, co-workers and attorneys.
• Contributes to an atmosphere of teamwork and congeniality.

REQUIREMENTS

• Must have 3+ years working experience as an immigration paralegal in a fast-paced business immigration environment
• Experience preparing H-1B, L-1, TN and PERM applications, preferably in a large law firm environment
• Proficiency in Word, Outlook, LawLogix or INSZoom and a document management system.
• Outstanding case management and organizational skills are necessary
• Successful candidates will possess strong business writing skills, and will value attention to detail.
• Maintains an exceptional client service attitude and professional demeanor at all times.
• Shows initiative, flexibility, resiliency and a willingness to adapt to change.
• Takes ownership and gets the job done without the need for prodding or supervision.
• Maintains a positive, “can do” attitude when dealing with clients, co-workers and attorneys.
• Contributes to an atmosphere of teamwork and congeniality.

WHAT WE PROVIDE

Fisher Phillips offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible staff that includes medical, dental, and vision benefits, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k) and profit sharing, life insurance, long-term disability, and an employee assistance program. We also offer optional benefits such as critical care, accident and hospital indemnity insurance, a student loan refinancing program, life insurance for dependents, and pet insurance.

No relocation costs. Principals only; no calls please.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex (including childbirth, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, disability or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.