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Remote Virtual Immigration Paralegal Jobs in Virginia

Community Organizer

Harrisonburg, VA · On-site +1

$45K - $56K/yr

This is a semi-remote position based out of the CWS Virginia office and requires frequent travel ... Support cross-departmental collaboration across the Immigration & Refugee Program and Advocacy Team.

Remote Virtual Immigration Paralegal information

What is the difference between Remote Virtual Immigration Paralegal vs Remote Virtual Immigration Legal Assistant?

AspectRemote Virtual Immigration ParalegalRemote Virtual Immigration Legal Assistant
CredentialsParalegal certification or degreeLegal assistant certification or relevant training
Work EnvironmentRemote, supporting attorneys with case preparationRemote, assisting attorneys with administrative and case tasks
Employer UsageLaw firms, immigration agencies, corporate legal departmentsLaw firms, immigration service providers, legal clinics

While both roles support immigration legal teams remotely, the Remote Virtual Immigration Paralegal typically handles more complex case preparation and legal research, requiring paralegal credentials. The Remote Virtual Immigration Legal Assistant focuses on administrative support and client communication. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right role based on skills and career goals.

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Associate Attorney (IV)

Arlington, VA • Remote

ERICKSON IMMIGRATION GROUP
Law Firms • 51 - 200 employees

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Associate Attorney (IV) 

Erickson Immigration Group has a career opportunity for an experienced Associate Attorney (IV) to join our expanding team in a fully remote capacity. EIG offers a competitive salary, excellent employee benefits, and ample opportunity for professional growth.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Manage a high-volume caseload including but not limited to PERM applications, I-140 (PERM-based, Extraordinary Ability, and Multinational Manager), N-400, I-90, I-485, I-765, I-131.
  • Draft, review and/or revise petitions/applications, PERM Labor Certification audit responses and RFEs for filing with USCIS.
  • Effectively manage client relationships and supervise a team of paralegals for high-volume clients.
  • Conduct in-depth legal research to support client requests and projects.
  • Explain sophisticated immigration concepts and present strategic solutions for clients.
  • Draft and prepare letters and legal documents, typically based on established precedents.
  • Assess and evaluate client’s immigrant visa eligibility.
  • Support clients in immigration program management and compliance.
  • Utilize web-based immigration case management systems and database continuously and accurately.

Qualification Requirements:

  • 3+ years of business immigration attorney work experience
  • U.S. Juris Doctor degree (J.D.)
  • Member of a state bar and in good standing with the associated state bar association
  • Ability to manage complex case strategies with company contacts and clients
  • Understanding of nuanced and complex immigration law concepts.
  • Ability to review Paralegal work product carefully and promptly
  • Effective written and verbal communications skills, as appropriate for the needs of the audience (clients, governmental agencies, internal and external resources)
  • Logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, and approaches to problems
  • Strong organizational & time management skills, with the ability to prioritize
  • Ability to generate work product with considerable accuracy and attention to detail
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with a focus on delivering exceptional customer service 
  • Outstanding case/project management skills
  • Works well in a team environment
  • Accepts and adapts to feedback regarding work performance 
  • Fluency of the English language in both written and verbal forms
  • Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications, including but not limited to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook; and Case Management Systems – Salesforce (Litify), VisaTrax/INS Zoom and other Document Management Systems.  

Benefits:

  • Casual work attire
  • Paid time off, mental health days, parental leave, holidays, bereavement leave, and jury duty leave
  • Affordable medical/Rx, dental, and vision plans
  • Monthly parking and commuting subsidy
  • Firm-provided short-term and long-term disability and group life/AD&D insurance
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
  • Employee referral program
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)