Immigration Paralegal
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Job Location:
Chicago, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Vedder Price is seeking an Immigration Paralegal. This high-profile position entails direct interface with attorneys and clients. Vedder Price counsels international companies with regard to all aspects of business-related immigration matters.
As an Immigration Paralegal your duties will include but not be limited to:
- Annual billable target of 1500 hours
- Prepare and file nonimmigrant and immigrant petitions and applications including all employment-related categories
- Prepare EB-1 2 and 3 petitions and adjustment applications
- Prepare visa and naturalization applications
- Manage active cases of foreign nationals employed in the United States
- Prepare PERM labor certification applications
- Provide guidance to foreign nationals in anticipation of visa interviews at consulates abroad
- Manage and correspond with clients.
- Assist with case file management and with the collection of data and documentation necessary to prepare and file of applications.
- Assist corporate clients with having documents Legalized and Authenticated by Secretary of State and various Consulates.
- Knowledge of/experience in both NIV and IV cases
- Interact with USCIS DOL DOS CBP ICE and other government agencies.
- Administer LawLogix immigration software
- Analyze and organize client records and related data
Skills & Competencies:
- Ability to learn quickly and apply training to practical issues
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work effectively under pressure
- Ability to multitask and exercise successful time management
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Willingness to work overtime
Qualifications & Required Experience:
- Bachelors degree required
- Minimum of ten (10) years of law firm or corporate experience in business immigration preferred
- Position also requires the ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines
Computer Skills:
To perform this job successfully an individual must be proficient in the following software:
- Microsoft Word Outlook and Excel; Internet Explorer Edge or Chrome; Adobe
- Experience in database management DocuSign or secured file transferring software is a plus
Compensation Range: $87000/yr. to $100000/yr.
At Vedder Price we believe in recognizing and rewarding our employees contributions. Our comprehensive Total Rewards Package includes:
- Competitive Salary: We offer a competitive base salary commensurate with skills and experience.
- Bonus Program: Discretionary annual bonus program.
- Retirement Planning: Discretionary profit sharing and 401(k) matching to help you plan for your future.
- Health and Wellness: Comprehensive health dental and vision plans along with optional health savings and flexible spending accounts firm-paid Life and Disability benefits and wellness programs to support your overall well-being.
- Paid Time Off: Competitive time off package including vacation days paid holidays sick time and personal days.
- Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning and career growth through firm provided training programs.
- Employee Recognition: Anniversary and Vedder Praise Programs to celebrate your achievements and milestones.
- Work-Life Balance: Hybrid work model and family-friendly policies.
- Additional Perks: Employee discount program pre-tax commuter benefits back up child & elder care Employee Assistance Program (EAP) fitness center discounts and more.
Join Vedder Price and be part of a team that values hard work and dedication!
Equal Employment Opportunity
Vedder Price P.C. is an equal opportunity employer. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race color gender sex age religion creed national origin ancestry citizenship marital status sexual orientation physical or mental disability (where applicant is qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations) medical condition protected veteran status gender identity genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law. We participate in E-verify.
Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require special assistance or an accommodation during the process due to a disability should contact the Vedder Price Recruiting Team at
Key Skills
- Legal Drafting
- Proofreading
- Google Docs
- Organizational skills
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Word
- Case Management
- Legal Research
- Research Experience
- Paralegal
- Filing
- Writing Skills
About Company
Vedder Price and our 340 lawyers serve a global client base from offices in Chicago, New York, Washington, DC, London, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Singapore, Dallas and Miami. We deliver high-value, best-in-class legal counsel in the areas of M&A/private equity, banking and commercial ... View more
