H2B Junior Paralegal

Pabian Law Summary:

Pabian Law is a national immigration law firm focused on the hospitality industry. We are looking for a Junior Paralegal to join our H2B team that has a passion not only for immigration but the hospitality industry. If you have previous experience as a paralegal and want to continue to grow specifically in the immigration field, we encourage you to apply.

Position Description

Under the direction and supervision of the Practice Area Manager and Assistant Manager, the Junior Paralegal provides a wide range of legal support by drafting, preparing, and reviewing legal documents for assigned cases.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Effectively moves cases forward daily to ensure all required deadlines are met
• Proactively identifies, communicates, and proposes solutions to issues with cases
• Identifies and communicates opportunities to increase productivity and efficiency
• Builds relationships with clients by facilitating communication via phone and email
• Drafts email responses to client questions
• Reviews and analyzes documents from clients including emails, job descriptions, seasonality evidence, documents for in-country beneficiaries, etc.
• Analyzes applicant qualifications and drafts appropriate documents for clients to send to applicants
• Assists with the following:
• Drafting job descriptions and Prevailing Wage Determinations (PWD’s)
• Drafting government forms
• Preparing petitions
• Drafting State Workforce Agency job orders and monitoring the site for applicants
• Drafting responses to audits, Notice of Denials (NOD’s), and Requests for Evidence (RFE’s)
• Amendment requests as needed
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Contributes to maintaining positive office morale
• Acts as an ambassador for the mission, values, and standards of behavior of the firm

Required Skills & Competencies

• Experience as a paralegal or legal assistant strongly preferred.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrates professional conduct and presence
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Ability to demonstrate support for organizational change
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Regularly required to stand or walk, reach with hands and arms, stoop and/or bend

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• This position is hybrid and requires you to work in the office at least three days per week. Are you comfortable with this hybrid model?
• The starting pay for this position is $50,000 annually. This position is not exempt. Are you comfortable with the starting salary?

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Framingham, MA 01701