Job Description
Contract Paralegal – PERM and H-1B
Immigration law firm is seeking multiple experienced Paralegals s for a 3 to 6 month contract supporting a large corporate client. This is a hybrid opportunity with interviews starting immediately; onboarding will begin before or around September.
What You'll Do
You'll play a key role in preparing and managing casework for employment-based immigration matters.
Prepare, draft, and file H-1B petitions, including gathering and organizing supporting documentation and ensuring compliance with USCIS and DOL regulations.
Manage the full PERM process: drafting job descriptions, placing and tracking advertisements, preparing recruitment reports, and filing ETA 9089 applications through DOL's FLAG system.
Coordinate with clients and employers to collect employee information, job details, and supporting evidence for H-1B and PERM filings.
Draft forms, support letters, and petition exhibits; review documents for accuracy and consistency.
Track case deadlines and maintain case management systems to ensure timely filings.
Liaise with government agencies (USCIS, DOL) and respond to audit requests, RFEs, and other case-specific inquiries.
Maintain regular communication with clients to provide case updates, manage expectations, and gather additional documentation as needed.
Ensure compliance with immigration regulations and firm procedures while supporting attorneys in high-volume business immigration practices.
Who You Are
2–4 years of employment-based immigration paralegal experience
Strong writing, organizational, and project management skills
Experienced with immigration case management tools (e.g., INSZoom, VisaTrax, LawLogix)
Effective communicator with a commitment to accuracy and client service
Able to thrive in fast-paced, collaborative environments
This is a unique opportunity to support a major client's immigration program while working with a team of specialists dedicated to delivering exceptional service.
Interested candidates should apply promptly — interviews are already underway.
Hybrid remote