Senior Immigration Specialist

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We are looking for a dedicated professional to join our team of paralegals to support the Immigration Attorneys of HunterMaclean. 

Our firm is technological centered. Employees are required to attend training courses with our in-house trainer. We are actively looking for employees who will proactively use the technology and other firm resources available to problem solve and continue to improve their work. 

Duties:

· Assist during all phases of the immigration process, including preparation, submission, and tracking of petitions, applications, and supporting documents.

· Draft, assemble, and file immigration petitions and applications with USCIS, DOL, DOS, and other agencies as applicable.

· Prepare detailed evidence packets, client questionnaires, and exhibit lists to support filings.

· Maintain ongoing communication with clients to request documents, obtain signatures, and provide case updates.

· Conduct factual and document research related to immigration history, country conditions, and client records.

· Track deadlines for receipt notices, biometrics appointments, RFEs, PERM recruitment steps, priority dates, and other immigration milestones.

· Update and monitor case management systems, ensuring all information is accurate and current.

· Schedule client meetings, consultations, and case-related events as directed by attorneys.

· Edit and proofread all drafted materials to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency.

· Assist attorneys with drafting forms using immigration software (e.g., INSZoom, LawLogix, Docketwise, or similar).

· Accurately and promptly record billable time in accordance with firm standards.

· Perform administrative duties as assigned and accept reassignment of tasks as needed to support firm operations.

· Ability to maintain confidentiality and act with discretion.

· Minimum 3 years immigration law experience. 

· Must be able to take direction and work independently.

· Ability to work in a fast-paced environment by completing multiple time-sensitive tasks on a daily basis.

· Excellent word processing and proof-reading skills.

· Excellent administrative skills.

· Extremely professional, well organized, detail oriented, and must have the ability to multitask in a high activity environment.

· Be able to actively prioritize and re-prioritize assignments and operate well under pressure.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills

· Knowledge of State, Federal, and Appellate Rules of Procedure.

· Advanced technology skills, including paperless document and case management (i.e., bates stamping, redaction, and compiling of multiple PDFs).

· Proactive approach to resolve issues before they become problems.

· Previous use of firm’s current document and billing management systems is a plus.