Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP · 2 weeks ago
Employment Immigration Paralegal
NYC Metro Area
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$75K/yr - $120K/yr
4+ years expOrrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP is a global law firm focused on delivering innovative solutions across various sectors. They are seeking an Employment Immigration Paralegal to support their Global Employment & Equity Compensation group by developing and maintaining internal processes for employment immigration-focused client matters.
Law Practice
Responsibilities
Support Orrick’s Global Employment & Equity Compensation group in employment immigration matters for clients including industry leaders and startups in the technology sector
Partner with attorneys to develop, implement and maintain efficient internal processes, procedures and best practices for employment immigration casework, tracking and recordkeeping
Work on the full case lifecycle of employment-based nonimmigration petitions (such as: H-1B, TN, L-1, O-1, E-2 and E-3 petitions) from intake to filing with USCIS
Work on the full case lifecycle of permanent residence applications including the PERM labor certification process, I-140 petitions and I-485 applications
Provide instruction to clients on immigration practices and procedures and assist with issues that may arise relative to a foreign national's immigration status. Partner with attorneys to review appropriate options and determine the ultimate direction taken
Research, monitor and keep abreast of latest immigration trends related to USCIS adjudications, consular procedures, case processing times, and travel restrictions and requirements, among other subject matters
Monitor government deadlines and status expirations and identify issues for escalation as needed
Coordinate with local counsel on ex-US global employment immigration matters
Opportunity to gain exposure to other areas of labor & employment law on an as needed basis including global employment, equity compensation and U.S. employment
Qualification
Required
4+ years of employment immigration-related work experience
Ability to collaborate with attorneys and communicate with client contacts including HR and Legal departments and hiring managers
Extensive knowledge of employment-based immigration including nonimmigrant visas, permanent residency and secondary/derivative benefit applications
Experience preparing petition and application packages for review and filling with U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services and the Department of Labor
Ability to manage immigration inquiries, gather required information, and keep clients and attorneys informed of progress
Proficiency in immigration terminology and immigration tracking software
Exceptional organizational and communication skills
Benefits
A comprehensive, competitive, and thoughtful total compensation package
Annual discretionary merit bonus
Full range of elective health benefits including medical, dental, vision and life
Robust mental well-being programs
Child, family, elder, and pet care benefits
Short- and long-term disability
Industry leading parental leave benefits
Health savings account contributions (w/applicable medical plan)
Flexible spending accounts
401K program
Compensated time off through our Paid Time Off program
Paid holidays
Company
Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP
Orrick is a global law firm focused on serving the Technology & Innovation, Energy & Infrastructure, Finance and Life Sciences & HealthTech sectors.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$2.5M2023-12-29Undisclosed· $2.5M
Leadership Team
David Fries
Chief Financial Officer
Aaron Rubin
Partner
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