Immigration Legal Assistant/Paralegal - NIV (Business Immigration)

$50,000 - $60,000/Yr

Wolfsdorf Rosenthal Llp - Santa Monica, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

Santa Monica, CA

101-250 employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Immigration Legal Assistant/Paralegal position at WR Immigration focuses on supporting the NIV (Non-Immigrant Visa) team in Santa Monica, CA. This role involves preparing and filing cases for various non-immigrant and immigrant visa applications, playing a critical role in delivering high-quality legal services to clients. The position is open to remote applicants who can work according to Pacific time zone hours.

Responsibilities

• Undergoing specific, intensive training to develop a solid foundational understanding of immigration law, focusing on H-1B, TN, and other non-immigrant visas.
• Drafting and organizing forms and documents as directed by the Team Manager.
• Helping to draft and send communication to clients regarding visa instructions, approval notices, and welcome packages, alongside more senior team members.
• Assisting legal and administrative teams in requesting and organizing documents for new processes.
• Processing and organizing government correspondence, including receipt notices, approval notices, and requests for evidence.
• Entering data accurately and consistently into internal data management platforms.
• Working on other projects as directed by the Team Manager or attorney.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with strong academic record.
• 0-2 years of experience in business immigration law.
• Superb attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to utilize office software accurately and efficiently.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally.