Immigration Law Clerk

Corporate Immigration Law Firm (CILF) is seeking an Immigration Law Clerk for its OTTAWA office. Our firm is a leading corporate immigration law firm dedicated to providing comprehensive immigration services to both large and small companies and their employees, as well as individuals and families. We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Immigration Law Clerk to assist our team of immigration lawyers in managing immigration files. The role requires strong research skills, attention to detail, and knowledge of legal procedures. The list of duties and responsibilities provided is not all-inclusive and additional duties may be assigned as need. We will only reply to those candidates who meet the requirements below and provide a cover letter with their resume. This is an in-person position with potential for hybrid work two days a week in the future.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct legal and procedural research on immigration laws, policies, and program requirements


• Assist with applications involving visas, work permits, study permits, permanent residency, and citizenship


• Prepare and draft immigration applications, forms, and supporting documents for temporary and permanent residence, citizenship, work permits, study permits, visitor visas etc


• Communicate with clients to collect information, explain documentation requirements, and provide status updates


• Maintain and organize client files in compliance with confidentiality and regulatory standards


• Manage multiple files from beginning to end while communicating regular updates to clients


• Assist lawyers with responses to refusals, appeals, and reconsideration requests


• Perform electronic filing and case management using immigration software and government portals


• Track important deadlines related to filings, renewals, and compliance issues


• Assist lawyers in managing case load, drafting client communications, and preparing legal documents


• Demonstrate proficiency in computer skills including MS Office Suite, and Adobe Acrobat.


• Familiarity with Citrix Environment, WordPress, Soluno, Officio, and Constant Contact an asset

Qualifications:

• Relevant post-secondary education required


• Preferred 2-3 years of Canadian immigration experience or other relevant work experience in the immigration or legal industries.


• Knowledge of immigration legislation, policies, and procedures a strong asset


• Experience with immigration forms and case management systems


• Excellent oral and written English skills


• Strong writing and document review skills


• Strong computer skills and experience with government portals required


• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities


• Attention to detail and accuracy


• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion


• Ability to prioritize effectively, manage competing demands and meet deadlines


• Proficiency in French and/or Spanish an asset