Immigration Paralegal

IMPORTANT: Interested candidates should email a resume, cover letter, and writing sample to hiring (AT) mtlawllc.com. Please put “Immigration Paralegal – Lexington” in the subject line of your email.

MT Law LLC, a busy collegial law firm headquartered in Lexington, Massachusetts, is seeking to hire an experienced full-time Business Immigration Paralegal for its Immigration Law Division. The candidate should be able to meet and keep track of deadlines, work independently, and be capable of coordinating efforts between attorneys and clients or other external parties. Salary will be commensurate with experience.

Responsibilities:

- Assist with preparing, drafting, and filing applications and petitions with government agencies;

- Perform a range of case-related duties, including drafting email correspondence, letters, and documentation to clients, government agencies, and colleagues;

- Guide clients through the entire application process;

- Learn about the various types of immigration matters;

- Request, collect, and file documents in proper order;

- Meet assigned deadlines and communicate case progress/status/issues to supervisor;

- Demonstrate flexibility and initiative regarding assignments for self and team;

- Communicate regularly with clients, beneficiaries, and various government agencies.

Requirements:

- Bachelor’s degree, preferably in a liberal arts field (such as English, History, Political Science, Philosophy, etc.);

- At least one year of experience in providing legal support services;

- Excellent writing skills and an interest in writing, reading, and analysis;

- Strong organizational skills and high attention to detail;

- Ability to multitask; and

- Interest in learning immigration law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person