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SalaryFaegre Drinker is a firm designed for clients and designed for you. We understand that our people are critical to our success and we are committed to investing in our paraprofessional, administrative and operations professionals. We are always looking for talented, service-focused individuals to join our flexible and high-performing culture. With technology tools and resources that support our hybrid work environment, our colleagues enjoy a culture of learning, support for work and personal goals, opportunities to give back to our communities, and competitive benefits and rewards programs. At Faegre Drinker, you will have the opportunity to share your expertise within and across teams and contribute to our success.
Job Description Summary:
Faegre Drinker is looking to hire an Immigration Paralegal to contribute to one of the most sophisticated and multi-dimensional business immigration and global mobility practices in the U.S. This position can be based out of our Denver office. If you have excellent technical, writing, communication, and research skills and are looking for an exciting career in Immigration Law, we have an opportunity for you as an Immigration Paralegal. In this position, you will: work with our team of attorneys; interact with multinational corporate clients; and draft government filings on behalf of highly skilled technical workers, business executives, and leading international scientists.Job Description:
What you would do:
- Assist attorneys in preparation of employment-based immigration petitions and applications
- Utilize an immigration case management system and database continuously and accurately
- Manage a heavy caseload of immigration matters in various stages
- Contribute to the development of practice processes to simplify work, standardize procedures, and help the team operate more efficiently and effectively
- Conduct Immigration-related research
- Other projects and duties as assigned
What is expected:
- Ability to problem-solve
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively in a virtual environment
- Ability to multitask and work calmly and effectively in a high-pressure, deadline-orientated environment
- Demonstrated ability to use good judgment in taking initiative while asking for direction or clarification and consulting others, as appropriate
- Willingness to be flexible with time and adjust to a changing work environment
- Ability to build and maintain positive relationships, both internally and externally, while maintaining a client service orientation
- Ability to use discretion and maintain confidentiality
- Ability to take direction and accept supervision
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, organize and accurately prioritize work, be detail-oriented, understand when urgency is required and use good judgment in varied situations
What we offer:
- Flexible working environment for work-life success
- Opportunity to participate in firm-sponsored volunteer events
- Wellness programming with personalized content and activities
- Professional environment and the opportunity to work with experts at the top of their fields
- Variety of health plan options, as well as dental, vision and 401(k) plans
- Generous paid time off
- The typical hiring salary range for this position is $60,000-$85,000. Actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to experience, education, training, location, and responsibilities. The range listed is just one component of Faegre Drinker's total compensation and benefits package for employees which includes life, health, accident and disability insurance and a 401(k) plan.
What is required:
- Ideal candidates will have an international or multi-cultural professional background and an interest in immigration law; some experience with employment-based immigration is a plus, but not required
- Bachelor’s degree is required; paralegal certificate or degree will be considered in lieu of a four-year degree
- Strong research and analytical skills required
- Strong technical aptitude, critical thinking, analytical, and decision-making skills
- Foreign language proficiency is preferred
Apply now if you are ready to join the Faegre Drinker team!
Applications are being accepted through January 31st.
Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP participates in the federal government's E-Verify program. With all new hires, we provide the Social Security Administration and, when applicable, the US Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, national origin, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic made unlawful by applicable federal, state or local laws. Equal employment opportunity will be extended to all persons in all aspects of employment, including retirement, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline and termination.
Notice to Recruiters and Staffing Agencies: Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath (and any subsidiary) has an internal recruiting department and does not accept unsolicited resumes.
