What are the responsibilities and job description for the Immigration Paralegal position at Larson • King, LLP?
Larson King is looking for an Immigration Paralegal to join our busy immigration practice in our Apple Valley office. Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume and cover letter, including salary requirements.
The Immigration Paralegal role prepares immigration benefit requests under the direction of the Firm’s immigration attorneys. The role is responsible for obtaining and maintaining a working knowledge of the Firm’s employment-based immigration practice. The position is supported by a legal administrative assistant.
Key Responsibilities
- Assists attorneys in all phases of case preparation by compiling, organizing, analyzing, and summarizing case information
- Drafts legal documents utilizing a web-based immigration case management system
- May perform legal research and analyze case issues
- Tracks important deadlines for filings, renewals, and appointments, ensuring timely submissions
- Assists with internal and client inquiries and maintains ongoing communication regarding case status and documentation needs
- Remains current on changes in the law, legal procedures, internal procedures, and technical expertise and shares best practices with other members of the Firm
Required Qualifications
- Four-year degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
- 2 years of meaningful experience in the area of immigration law
- Experience with web-based immigration case management platforms
- Excellent computer skills and ability to learn new applications and software
- Attention to detail and ability to follow detailed instructions
- Superior organizational skills, including ability to manage multiple tasks
- Ability to communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing
- Ability to work independently, follow through, and meet deadlines
- Strong relationship-building skills for working with clients, attorneys, and other administrative personnel
- Cultural competence including sensitivity and understanding of diverse cultural backgrounds
- Eagerness to learn and develop professionally
Preferred Qualifications
- Paralegal certificate from ABA-accredited program preferred
At Larson King, we see things differently. We are a national litigation law firm offering a unique point of view and innovative solutions to businesses and individuals faced with diverse legal needs. Larson King’s highly skilled and dedicated personnel play a key role in the firm’s commitment to excellence in serving the needs of our clients. Join us and reap the professional and personal benefits that come from being part of our dynamic team.
Larson King offers competitive compensation and a full range of comprehensive benefits. If you are interested in taking your career to a new level, we invite you to explore this excellent growth opportunity.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $30.77 - $35.90 per hour
Expected hours: 37.5 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Profit sharing
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Immigration law: 2 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Apple Valley, MN 55124 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $31 - $36