Immigration Legal Assistant

Description

We are seeking an experienced immigration professional to support high-volume employment-based immigration matters, with a primary focus on independently preparing I-140 petitions and assisting with H-1B filings. This role requires a detail-oriented and highly organized Legal Assistant or Paralegal who can manage a substantial case inventory, meet strict deadlines, and work effectively with minimal supervision. This Legal Assistant must work on-site in San Jose, CA.

Key Responsibilities:

• Independently prepare high-volume I-140 petitions from intake through filing.

• Review supporting documentation for completeness, accuracy, and consistency.

• Conduct case assessments and identify eligibility, documentary, or procedural issues.

• Assemble petitions and filing packages, including forms, exhibits, and supporting evidence.

• Perform quality control reviews to ensure accuracy and compliance before submission.

• Manage filing procedures, including final assembly, shipment, and case tracking.

• Prepare H-1B forms and supporting documentation.

• Coordinate Labor Condition Applications (LCAs) and monitor related timelines.

• Review position details, worksite information, and client-provided data for accuracy.

• Identify missing, incomplete, or inconsistent information and follow up as needed.

• Maintain organized case records and manage matters through submission.

• Prioritize a high-volume caseload while meeting established and compressed deadlines.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Prior experience in immigration law in employment-based immigration practice.

• Demonstrated experience preparing I-140 petitions independently preferred.

• Experience supporting H-1B filings, including forms, documentation, and LCA coordination preferred.

• Strong knowledge of petition assembly, document review, quality control, and filing procedures.

• Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail.

• Ability to work quickly and accurately in a deadline-driven environment.

• Ability to manage a substantial case inventory independently.

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