Job Description

Legal Assistant / Paralegal (Employment-Based Immigration, 1–5 yrs)

About the role

We’re a boutique firm dedicated exclusively to U.S. immigration. As a Legal Assistant/Paralegal on our employment-based team, you’ll help clients secure roles in the U.S. and reunite families—while learning fast and growing your impact.

What you’ll do

• Prepare, QC, and file employment-based matters: H-1B, L-1A/L-1B (incl. blanket), TN, O-1, PERM, I-140, I-485
• Draft support letters, exhibit lists, client checklists, and RFE responses
• Collect and review evidence; maintain organized, audit-ready e-files
• Own deadlines: track milestones and keep cases moving with zero-defect submissions
• Communicate clearly with clients, HR, and beneficiaries; reduce stress with proactive updates
• Manage intake and matter statuses
• Assist attorneys on strategy, case prep, and final assembly for USCIS submissions

What you bring (must-haves)

• 1–5 years of hands-on experience in employment-based immigration
• Recent experience with: L-1 and Blanket L-1’s, H-1B, O-1, TN, PERM, I-140, I-485
• Strong legal writing, organization, and attention to detail
• Comfort with case-management tools (Tracker preferred), PDFs, and Excel/Sheets
• Client-first mindset and reliable follow-through

Nice to have

• L-1 blanket experience; consular processing exposure
• Paralegal certificate or relevant JD coursework (preferred, not required)
• Any foreign language skills
• A positive, solutions-oriented attitude (a sense of humor helps!)

Work setting

Primarily in-office with the option to work from home 1 day/week.

Compensation & benefits

• Competitive salary $35 to $50 an hour based on experience
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k)
• 15 days vacation accrual/year, 5 days paid sick leave

Why us

We’re a tight-knit, diverse team that collaborates selflessly and treats every role as a true partner. You’ll get real responsibility, mentorship, and room to grow in a supportive, collegial environment.

How to apply (LinkedIn Easy Apply)

Please include a separate cover letter explaining why you would be a good fit at our firm.

Learn more:

Website: (see our Google and Yelp reviews)

We’re an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to a respectful, inclusive workplace.

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