Parker Gallini LLP, an established business immigration law firm, has an opening for a full-time Immigration Paralegal in our office in Waltham, MA off route 128. The Business Immigration Paralegal position requires an organized team player with a positive, can-do attitude and an ability to work well with time deadlines. The Business Immigration Paralegal’s responsibility is to assist attorneys in the preparation and filing of immigrant and nonimmigrant petitions and applications with USCIS. The successful candidate must be detail-oriented, have strong writing and communication skills, and able to prioritize and multitask. Position requires 3 days in the office each week.
Specific job duties include:
- Under supervision of Attorneys, prepare case materials and file nonimmigrant petitions and applications with USCIS including E, L, H, TN, and O;
- Prepare and file immigrant petitions and applications including PERM, I-130, PERM based I-140 petitions, EB1A, B & C -based petitions and I-485 applications to adjust status;
- Guide clients through the entire PERM process;
- Track critical deadlines using immigration software system and prepare weekly caseload reports for each Attorney; and
- Communicate regularly via phone and in writing with clients, beneficiaries, and various government agencies.
Job Requirements:
- BS or BA degree required.
- 2+ years of business immigration paralegal experience.
- Strong attention to detail and time management skills.
- Strong background in Microsoft Office.
- Occasional overtime may be required.
- No phone calls or recruiters please.
- No JDs or JD candidates.
Parker Gallini fosters a collaborative environment through a supportive team of attorneys, paralegals, and administrative staff. In joining the Parker Gallini team, you will have exposure to a wide range of legal issues and the opportunity to work alongside a group of highly skilled business immigration attorneys. We look for team members that enjoy working in an environment where their input is valued, and they enjoy making meaningful contributions to the firm’s practice. Parker Gallini LLP offers competitive salaries, outstanding benefits including health and dental insurance, generous paid time off and 401K and IRA with match, among other benefits. Salary is commensurate with experience.