Technical Writer – Immigration Paralegal
Job Description:
• Manage caseload of various writing-focused employment-based immigration matters (E, L, O, P nonimmigrant visas and EB1/NIW immigrant visas)
• Assist attorney and/or case manager in preparation of immigration petitions and applications, including preparation of immigration forms and supporting evidence for submission to relevant administrative agency
• Draft correspondence to clients and communicate relevant case information and case requests to clients, including agency notices
• Review and organize client documentation and analyze and summarize case data for attorney
• Assist attorney and/or case manager with determining potential case issues and planning case strategy
• Maintain organized legally compliant client files, update notes in database, monitor deadlines and communicate progress of individuals’ cases
• Conduct research regarding filing regulations and relevant procedures with USCIS and the U.S. Department of State
• Contribute to the development of practice processes to ensure team operates efficiently and effectively
• Work effectively and collaboratively with team members to prioritize and organize work load
• Maintain firm protocol with respect to file maintenance, record-keeping and use of case management system
• Perform administrative tasks and other projects as assigned by case manager or attorney
Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree required
• Individuals who majored/minored in English, Literature, Creative Writing, Journalism, Technical Writing or another related writing intensive area of study are strongly encouraged to apply
• Strong verbal, written, and organizational skills
• Willingness to take on added responsibilities and learn new things
• Ability to show initiative and work as part of a team
• Attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and ability to adapt quickly to firm-specific software
• Excellent time management skills.
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• Manage caseload of various writing-focused employment-based immigration matters (E, L, O, P nonimmigrant visas and EB1/NIW immigrant visas)
• Assist attorney and/or case manager in preparation of immigration petitions and applications, including preparation of immigration forms and supporting evidence for submission to relevant administrative agency
• Draft correspondence to clients and communicate relevant case information and case requests to clients, including agency notices
• Review and organize client documentation and analyze and summarize case data for attorney
• Assist attorney and/or case manager with determining potential case issues and planning case strategy
• Maintain organized legally compliant client files, update notes in database, monitor deadlines and communicate progress of individuals’ cases
• Conduct research regarding filing regulations and relevant procedures with USCIS and the U.S. Department of State
• Contribute to the development of practice processes to ensure team operates efficiently and effectively
• Work effectively and collaboratively with team members to prioritize and organize work load
• Maintain firm protocol with respect to file maintenance, record-keeping and use of case management system
• Perform administrative tasks and other projects as assigned by case manager or attorney
Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree required
• Individuals who majored/minored in English, Literature, Creative Writing, Journalism, Technical Writing or another related writing intensive area of study are strongly encouraged to apply
• Strong verbal, written, and organizational skills
• Willingness to take on added responsibilities and learn new things
• Ability to show initiative and work as part of a team
• Attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and ability to adapt quickly to firm-specific software
• Excellent time management skills.
Benefits:
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