Immigration Paralegal

  • Full-time

Company Description

Gibney, Anthony & Flaherty, LLP is a full-service commercial law firm with offices in New York and San Francisco.  Our unique blend of resources, experience and talent enables us to resolve the varied and complex issues facing our clients with a personal and measured touch.  We approach each matter entrusted to us as an opportunity to foster genuine and long-term relationships.  To that end, we strive fully to understand our clients’ concerns and objectives and to collaborate with them through every step in the process.  This synergistic approach has empowered us to create tailored and innovative programs that have attained national prominence.

Job Description

The ideal candidate will possess experience preparing a full range of business immigration petitions and applications for corporate clients. Must be a detail-oriented self-starter who has ability to handle multiple priorities and work well independently and as part of a team. Strong administrative, organizational, communication and writing skills are required.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Assisting attorneys in document review and all aspects of case preparation
  • Drafting petition support letters
  • Maintaining correspondence with clients and collecting evidence and visa documentation from clients
  • Conducting case audits
  • Corresponding with government officials
  • Maintaining client databases with respect to approval and validity dates of visa petitions
  • Assisting with special projects, as necessary

Qualifications

This position requires 4-year college degree.  The ideal candidate will have one year or more of U.S. business immigration experience, but entry level candidates will also be considered.

Additional Information

We offer a competitive compensation arrangement and a collegial work environment.  Please include a cover letter with your application.