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Burr & Forman · 10 hours ago

Immigration Paralegal

Charleston, SC

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Burr & Forman LLP is seeking a full-time, experienced immigration paralegal to provide critical support to the firm’s immigration practice. The role involves preparing and filing various immigration applications and petitions, managing case files, and communicating with clients and government agencies.

Legal

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Prepare visa applications and petitions for business and employment-based immigration cases

Compile and analyze complex case facts and documents, prepare reports and other relevant immigration documents

Maintain and manage case files including tracking of cases, determining related deadlines, and responding to status inquiries

Extensive communication with clients, beneficiaries, attorneys, and government agencies

Draft immigration correspondence including support letters and other key documents for attorney review

Other responsibilities as necessary to deliver bottom-line results and exceptional client service

Qualification

Immigration experienceParalegal certificationResearch skillsWordExcelPowerPointWriting skillsProfessionalismPatienceDetail-orientedOrganizational skillsTeam collaboration

Required

A bachelor's degree, paralegal certification or degree, and/or appropriate combination of education/experience

Two+ years of immigration experience

Highly organized, detail-orientated, proactive, and desire to take ownership

Balance competing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment, exercising patience and professionalism during stressful situations

Work collaboratively as a member of the team and a variety of audiences

Excellent writing, proofreading, and research skills

Proficiency in Word, Excel and PowerPoint with knowledge of LawLogix or other immigration software a plus

Benefits

Comprehensive health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Group term life and disability insurance

A 401(k) retirement plan and retirement planning services

Paid time off

Free wellness and mental health services

Company

Burr & Forman

Burr & Forman operates as a full-service law firm.

Founded in 1905

Birmingham, Alabama, USA

201-500 employees

http://www.burr.com

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