About Jia Law Group (JLG):
Jia Law Group (JLG) is a leading boutique law firm with headquarters in New York City and additional branches in California and China. We are dedicated to providing top-notch legal services in business immigration and are currently looking for an experienced paralegal to join our dynamic team. This role offers a unique opportunity to develop professionally in a versatile environment, gaining hands-on experience in immigration law and client management.
What We Offer:
- Collaborative and supportive work environment with cross-departmental assistance
- Professional development opportunities, including sponsorship for relevant learning courses
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Modern office located in the Financial District, Manhattan
- Visa sponsorship available for the right candidate
Key Responsibilities:
- Respond to client inquiries and contribute to consultations with both potential and existing clients
- Evaluate the eligibility of corporate foreign national employees for non-immigrant and immigrant visa statuses in the U.S.
- Draft and manage H-1B, EB-1, EB-2 NIW, L-1 and O-1 visa cases
- Assist attorneys with case intake, strategy development, and preparation of immigration applications and petitions
- Communicate with clients about procedural updates and case processing, manage case statuses using case management systems
- Monitor client profiles for changes and business opportunities
- Update client database with any changes in contact information
- Collaborate effectively within a team, communicating case progress and issues with attorneys, legal assistants, and the Business Development Department
- Participate in exciting projects with our Legal Tech team on AI product development
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in business immigration law, with a focus on H-1B, EB-1, L-1 and O-1 cases preferred
- Bachelor's degree required
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well with diverse personalities within the firm
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Jia Law Group is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate candidates based on business needs and qualifications. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, age, religion, national origin, or any other protected category. Employment offers may be contingent upon background checks as permitted by law.
For more information about our firm, please visit www.jialawgroup.com.