Paralegal – Immigration Law

Job Description

Paralegal | Flagship Law LLC

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Flagship Law LLC, an on-site position based in New York, NY. Flagship Law LLC is dedicated to providing best-in-class legal services by utilizing the extensive expertise of its attorneys. The firm specializes in guiding clients through the complex and evolving landscape of U.S. immigration laws, rules, and regulations. Team members work collaboratively to offer practical, timely, and accurate guidance to both individuals and organizations, emphasizing professionalism, strong ethics, and a client-centered approach in all aspects of their practice.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, New York, NY
• Pay: $52000–$65000 yearly
• Mission: This person will primarily support attorneys in navigating and progressing U.S. immigration cases by managing documentation, research, and client communications to ensure accurate and timely filings.
• Tech Stack: common office software, case management systems, immigration filing platforms

What You’ll Actually Do
• Case Management Support: Assist attorneys in the preparation and organization of comprehensive immigration case files.
• Document Drafting: Draft and format various legal documents, including petitions, applications, and their supporting materials.
• Filing & Deadlines: Manage critical deadlines and coordinate all necessary filings with relevant agencies and courts.
• Legal Research: Conduct thorough legal and factual research to support immigration matters and case strategy.
• Client Communication: Serve as a key point of contact for clients, gathering information, providing status updates, and coordinating documentation.
• Record Keeping: Maintain detailed and accurate case records within the firm’s established systems.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree or paralegal certification, with strong foundational knowledge in U.S. immigration law.
• Experience: Proficiency with common office software and case management systems.
• Skills: Legal document preparation, excellent communication skills, advanced research abilities, attention to detail and accuracy, strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Bonus: Familiarity with immigration filing platforms; prior experience in an immigration or law firm environment.