Berry Appleman & Leiden Llp - San Francisco, CA
posted 3 months ago
Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP (BAL) is seeking an Immigration Paralegal I to join our dynamic team in San Francisco, CA. As a Paralegal, you will play a crucial role in supporting attorneys with the preparation, filing, and monitoring of various immigration and nationality law matters. This position requires a comprehensive understanding of the immigration process and the ability to handle multiple case types while interacting with clients. You will be expected to thrive in a high-volume environment, demonstrating sound judgment and superior client service skills. In this role, you will take the lead in client communications under the direction of a Senior Paralegal or Attorney. You will provide guidance to clients regarding proprietary systems and case processing, ensuring that you have a deep understanding of client communication procedures and requirements. Your responsibilities will include processing advanced corporate immigration cases, preparing forms and documents for attorney review, and managing the status of all filed applications and petitions. You will also utilize document and data management systems to prepare and monitor client casework, ensuring compliance with BAL policies. As part of your duties, you will perform research to gather information relevant to cases, initiate contact with government agencies, and alert your team to any potential delays or problems. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree, at least one year of U.S. corporate immigration experience, and the ability to work independently while managing a caseload effectively. This position offers an opportunity to grow within a supportive and collaborative environment, where your contributions will make a positive impact on the lives of our clients.