Paralegal I (IV) at Erickson Immigration Group in Arlington, VA 22203

Job description

• Salary Range
• $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 Salary/year
• Paralegal I (IV)
• Erickson Immigration Group has a career opportunity for a Paralegal I (IV) to join our expanding team in a fully remote capacity. EIG offers a competitive salary, excellent employee benefits, and ample opportunity for professional growth.

Responsibilities

• With a high-volume caseload, prepares and files petitions and applications for business immigrant visas (IV) with supporting documentation to include PERM applications and I-140, I-485, I-131, I-765, I-90, N-400, and N-565 petitions.
• Drafts PERM Labor Certification audit responses and RFEs for filings with the USCIS.
• Compiles and analyzes case facts, drafts correspondence, and maintains and organizes client documentation.
• Reviews documentation to determine facts + information.
• Maintains direct contact with multiple Attorneys, Foreign National clients, and in-house Global Mobility Managers.
• Reports to Attorneys, Case Managers, and/or other relevant leaders.

Requirements

• 1-3 years of professional working experience as a paralegal preparing employment-based immigrant visas.
• Strong organizational & time management skills and ability to prioritize.
• Ability to generate work product with considerable accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a focus on delivering exceptional customer service.
• Works independently toward team goals.
• Outstanding case/project management skills.
• Effective communication skills (written and verbal) including actively listening.
• Works well in a team environment.
• Strong team focus that assists to foster a sense of community within the firm.
• Multi-tasking and fulfills daily responsibilities in a fast-paced work environment.
• Accepts and adapts to feedback regarding work performance.
• Fluency of the English language in both written and verbal forms.
• Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications, including but not limited to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams.
• Proficient in case management systems - VisaTrax, INSZoom, LawLogix and other document management systems.

Skills

Required

• Works independently toward team goals.
• Works well in a team environment.

Benefits

• Casual work attire
• Paid time off, mental health days, parental leave, holidays, bereavement leave, and jury duty leave
• Affordable medical/Rx, dental, and vision plans
• Monthly parking and commuting subsidy
• Firm-provided short-term and long-term disability and group life/AD&D insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Employee referral program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)