H-1B Visa Immigration Paralegal Jobs
Immigration Paralegal jobs sit in a gray zone for H-1B visa qualification: sponsors typically structure the role around a bachelor's degree in paralegal studies, legal studies, or a related field to satisfy the specialty occupation standard. Firms that file high LCA volumes know exactly how to build a compliant job description.
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Focused on employment and labor law since 1958, Jackson Lewis P.C.’s 1,000+ attorneys located in major cities nationwide consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects business. We help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged and stable, and share our clients’ goals to emphasize belonging and respect for the contributions of every employee.
The Firm is ranked in the First Tier nationally in the category of Labor and Employment Litigation, as well as in both Employment Law and Labor Law on behalf of Management, in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms”.
Jackson Lewis has an opening for an Immigration Paralegal. The Immigration Paralegal will prepare and file all USCIS forms and draft supporting legal letters for all types of visas/applications/petitions.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The responsibilities of the Immigration Paralegal will include:
- Assist and support attorney in the preparation and filing of various non-immigrant petitions such as H-1Bs, L-1A/Bs, E-3, E-2, TN, O-1 and P Visas.
- Assist and support attorney in the preparation of various immigrant matters such as PERMs, EB 1-3 I-140s, I-485s and Naturalization.
- Maintain communication with clients throughout lifecycle of case.
- Liaise with relevant government agencies including USCIS, ICE, CBP, US Department of State, and US Department of Labor.
- Analyze, review and organize documents and data from materials produced; and prepare/coordinate document production and responses to requests for evidence.
- Review/prepare job descriptions.
- Assist attorneys with gathering evidence, preparing declarations and supporting documents, preparing evidence and exhibits, and complying with procedural requirements and filing deadlines for cases in the Immigration Court when needed.
- Assist and support attorney in obtaining civil and criminal court records for immigration matters.
- Analyze and review case details to determine future actions.
- Prepare responses to audit requests.
- Demonstrate strategic thinking and initiative regarding case assignments; identify and resolve delays in process.
- Enter time records.
- Create new files and update client matter reports.
- Address client case status inquiries; including processing remaining steps in filing, processing times, and consular appointment issues.
- Conduct ongoing case tracking and management.
- Enter billable time into billing system on a timely basis.
- Willingness to adhere to all office and firm protocols related to work hygiene including punctuality, time management, etc.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Qualifications/Skills Required:
- Ability to manage client relationships for high-volume clients and complex projects under short deadlines.
- 2+ years of business immigration law experience.
- Ability to accurately and timely input billable and non-billable time into billing system (Intapp).
- Strong attention to detail.
- Proficiency with various technology platforms, such as Tracker.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Initiative, team orientation and professionalism.
- Ability to work independently, multi-task, and prioritize assignments in a fast-paced environment.
- Exceptional communication and writing skills.
- Flexibility to work overtime as necessary.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's Degree a plus but other relevant work experience considered.
- Paralegal Certificate a plus.
COMPENSATION
For California, the expected salary range for this position is between $35.00 hourly and $45.00 hourly. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.
Jackson Lewis offers a competitive benefits package that includes: Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance · 401(k) Retirement Plan · Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account · Firm-paid holidays, vacation and sick time · Employee assistance program and other firm benefits.
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law. For those applying for a position in the city of Los Angeles, the firm will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.
INTRODUCTION
Focused on employment and labor law since 1958, Jackson Lewis P.C.’s 1,000+ attorneys located in major cities nationwide consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects business. We help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged and stable, and share our clients’ goals to emphasize belonging and respect for the contributions of every employee.
The Firm is ranked in the First Tier nationally in the category of Labor and Employment Litigation, as well as in both Employment Law and Labor Law on behalf of Management, in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms”.
Jackson Lewis has an opening for an Immigration Paralegal. The Immigration Paralegal will prepare and file all USCIS forms and draft supporting legal letters for all types of visas/applications/petitions.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The responsibilities of the Immigration Paralegal will include:
- Assist and support attorney in the preparation and filing of various non-immigrant petitions such as H-1Bs, L-1A/Bs, E-3, E-2, TN, O-1 and P Visas.
- Assist and support attorney in the preparation of various immigrant matters such as PERMs, EB 1-3 I-140s, I-485s and Naturalization.
- Maintain communication with clients throughout lifecycle of case.
- Liaise with relevant government agencies including USCIS, ICE, CBP, US Department of State, and US Department of Labor.
- Analyze, review and organize documents and data from materials produced; and prepare/coordinate document production and responses to requests for evidence.
- Review/prepare job descriptions.
- Assist attorneys with gathering evidence, preparing declarations and supporting documents, preparing evidence and exhibits, and complying with procedural requirements and filing deadlines for cases in the Immigration Court when needed.
- Assist and support attorney in obtaining civil and criminal court records for immigration matters.
- Analyze and review case details to determine future actions.
- Prepare responses to audit requests.
- Demonstrate strategic thinking and initiative regarding case assignments; identify and resolve delays in process.
- Enter time records.
- Create new files and update client matter reports.
- Address client case status inquiries; including processing remaining steps in filing, processing times, and consular appointment issues.
- Conduct ongoing case tracking and management.
- Enter billable time into billing system on a timely basis.
- Willingness to adhere to all office and firm protocols related to work hygiene including punctuality, time management, etc.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Qualifications/Skills Required:
- Ability to manage client relationships for high-volume clients and complex projects under short deadlines.
- 2+ years of business immigration law experience.
- Ability to accurately and timely input billable and non-billable time into billing system (Intapp).
- Strong attention to detail.
- Proficiency with various technology platforms, such as Tracker.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Initiative, team orientation and professionalism.
- Ability to work independently, multi-task, and prioritize assignments in a fast-paced environment.
- Exceptional communication and writing skills.
- Flexibility to work overtime as necessary.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's Degree a plus but other relevant work experience considered.
- Paralegal Certificate a plus.
COMPENSATION
For California, the expected salary range for this position is between $35.00 hourly and $45.00 hourly. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.
Jackson Lewis offers a competitive benefits package that includes: Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance · 401(k) Retirement Plan · Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account · Firm-paid holidays, vacation and sick time · Employee assistance program and other firm benefits.
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law. For those applying for a position in the city of Los Angeles, the firm will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Immigration Paralegal
Frame your degree for specialty occupation
Your transcript needs to show a bachelor's degree in paralegal studies, legal studies, or a closely related field. USCIS scrutinizes whether the degree requirement is specific, not just general. A political science or general humanities degree typically won't anchor the specialty occupation argument on its own.
Target law firms with active LCA histories
Use Migrate Mate to search Immigration Paralegal roles at employers who have certified LCAs for this exact job title. Firms that have filed before understand the documentation burden and are far less likely to withdraw an offer mid-process over sponsorship concerns.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating offers
Run the SOC code for paralegals through the OFLC Wage Search before any salary negotiation. Your employer's LCA must certify wages at or above the prevailing wage for your specific worksite city, so knowing Level I through Level IV thresholds puts you in an informed position.
Confirm each worksite gets its own LCA
Immigration law firms with multiple offices sometimes place paralegals across locations. Each distinct worksite requires a separately certified LCA. If your offer involves working across offices, confirm with the hiring partner that site-specific LCAs are part of the filing plan before you accept.
Review the O*NET profile before interviews
The O*NET occupation profile for paralegals outlines typical education levels and core duties. Knowing this framing helps you speak precisely about how your work requires degree-level legal research and analytical skills, which strengthens the employer's specialty occupation argument in the I-129 petition narrative.
Clarify the employer's in-house counsel structure
Corporate legal departments sponsoring immigration paralegals sometimes lack dedicated immigration counsel to manage the I-129 filing. Ask directly whether the company retains outside immigration attorneys or whether HR handles petitions. Firms without dedicated counsel have higher rates of RFEs on specialty occupation grounds.
H-1B Visa Immigration Paralegal: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Immigration Paralegal role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It qualifies when the employer structures the position to require a bachelor's degree in paralegal studies, legal studies, or a directly related field as a minimum and not merely a preference. The job duties must demand theoretical and practical application of that specialized knowledge. Roles posted with 'any bachelor's degree accepted' or no degree requirement listed typically won't survive USCIS scrutiny on specialty occupation grounds.
Which employers commonly sponsor H-1B visas for Immigration Paralegal positions?
Immigration law firms handling corporate clients, large in-house legal departments at multinational companies, and university legal offices are the most consistent sponsors. These employers file LCAs regularly, understand the prevailing wage requirements, and have established relationships with immigration counsel. You can browse verified sponsoring employers for this role on Migrate Mate before applying.
How does the H-1B cap affect Immigration Paralegal job seekers?
Most private law firms and corporations are cap-subject employers, meaning your petition competes in the annual H-1B selection process. The selection rules have changed recently, so check USCIS for the current registration and selection mechanics. Nonprofits, government entities, and certain higher education institutions are cap-exempt and can file at any time of year.
What documents strengthen an H-1B petition for an Immigration Paralegal role?
Your employer needs a certified LCA for the specific worksite, a detailed job description tying every core duty to degree-level legal knowledge, and your official transcripts showing the qualifying degree. Expert opinion letters from an independent attorney or academic are sometimes included to rebut anticipated RFEs on whether the role genuinely requires a specialized bachelor's degree.
Can an Immigration Paralegal change employers mid-status under H-1B portability?
Yes, H-1B portability under AC21 lets you start working for a new employer once they file a non-frivolous H-1B transfer petition, without waiting for approval, as long as you've been in valid H-1B status for at least 180 days. The new employer must file a fresh I-129 and obtain a certified LCA for their worksite before you begin work there.