Immigration Coordinator

Founded in 1920, Akerman is recognized as one of the nation’s premier law firms, with more than 700 lawyers across the United States.

Akerman is seeking a full-time Immigration Coordinator for our Labor & Employment/Immigration Practice Group, based in our Miami office. The Immigration Coordinator will work in a fast-paced team environment responding to a high volume of client inquiries as well as monitor the status of cases.  This is a full-time role that requires you to work onsite Monday through Friday, with the ability and willingness to work extended hours when necessary to meet client and firm deadlines. Below is a list of some of the responsibilities for the position:

1. Involved in handling large volume projects.


2. Compile documents and information on clients/nurses for USCIS.


3. Order checks for filing fees needed on Chrome River for each client.


4. Scan documents to I-Manage.


5. Create letters for clients and Immigration services in order to make process run smoothly.


6. Prepare all cases for signing for attorney.


7. E-mail clients for documents and make calls to clients to create an ongoing relationship for correspondence.


8. Work directly with attorney and team to make sure team work is not in need of any emergencies.


9. Send out Questionnaires through E-IMMIGRATION and collect data on each client.


10. Do searches on USCIS site for multiple documents.


11. Engage in Zoom calls when needed with nurses and attorney.


12. Make sure dates and addresses are correct on E-Immigration.


13. Prepare Fed-Ex labels and cover sheets for O/S to expedite case faster.


14. Assists Paralegals on every level as needed.

The Coordinator will maintain client contact information; update and manage status reports; upload documents into immigration case management system; and assist with projects as assigned. The Coordinator must learn procedural and processing requirements for non-immigrant and immigrant visa petitions and applications. Customer service and marketing skills are a plus.  A High School Diploma is required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred. Prior immigration experience and/or law firm experience is desired. Candidates must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.  The ideal candidate must be able to work independently, have excellent service orientation skills and strong attention to detail. Bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus for this position. 

We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package. Please submit your resume, cover letter, and salary requirements. EOE

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