Immigration Paralegal Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Virginia
Immigration paralegal jobs in Virginia concentrate around the D.C. metro corridor, with law firms and corporate legal departments in Arlington, Tysons Corner, and Fairfax regularly hiring for these roles. Employers such as large immigration practices and federal contractor-adjacent firms sponsor international candidates through H-1B visa and green card pathways for qualified professionals.
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Kaufman & Canoles could be the perfect business law firm for you. You will find success – and great satisfaction – if your vision for your own career matches up with our core values: forward-thinking, hard-working, progressive, entrepreneurial and a can-do spirit. An energizing and professional work environment, Kaufman & Canoles offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package that includes:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Profit Sharing/401(k)
- Generous Leave Benefits
- Long-Term Disability
- Tuition Reimbursement
Kaufman & Canoles is an equal opportunity employer.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Williamsburg office of Kaufman & Canoles is seeking a Real Estate Paralegal to conduct real estate closings for residential purchases, refinances, construction loans, loan modifications, and sale transactions. Must possess in-depth knowledge of and experience with the closing process, funding loans, and examining title commitments. Experience with Commercial real estate is preferred. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills and the ability to exercise a high degree of confidentiality and discretion are required.
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Conduct real estate closings for residential purchases, refinances, construction loans, loan modifications and sale transactions.
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Prepare Closing Disclosures (CD); HUD-1 Settlement Statements; legal closing documents which include Deeds, Deeds of Trust, Notes, Contracts etc.; balance escrows; satisfy lender requirements; order title searches, surveys, insurance, resale certificates, etc.
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Request payoffs on liens and mortgages.
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Responsible for corresponding with lenders, builders, real estate agents, and attorneys as needed to gather necessary information for closings.
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Assist in the review of title commitments and pre-closing issues.
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Prepare closing packages for residential real estate closings.
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Maintain Notary Public status and witness real estate closing packages.
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Assemble closing pack for lender and verify all provisions of lender are completed.
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Ensure closing packages have been properly disbursed and appropriate documents recorded.
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Verify title insurance policies have been received.
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Responsible for setup of delivery of the deed and title insurance policies to the buyer and lender.
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Ensure that all appropriate documents, checks, and copies are sent to all parties immediately after closing.
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Review escrow files for all necessary documents, double checking that all are properly prepared, and request checks for any funds in escrow that go to the seller or buyer.
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Assist Escrow Officer in managing and developing client relationships to ensure future real estate closing transactions.
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Make sure all client data is entered into central database.
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Confirm liens are properly released.
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Re-record documents as needed and correct any post-closing issues.
QUALIFICATIONS
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High school diploma or equivalent.
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Proficient in SoftPro (Proforms) and Microsoft Office.
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Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
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Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
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Knowledge of the “TRID” laws.
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In-depth experience with closing loans, funding loans, and examining title commitments.
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Commercial real estate experience preferred but not required.
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In-depth knowledge of closing process.
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In-depth knowledge of title insurance and real estate processing.
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Ability to exercise a high degree of confidentiality and discretion when promptly and accurately responding to miscellaneous inquiries.
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Must be able to perform job duties independently.
INTRODUCTION
Kaufman & Canoles could be the perfect business law firm for you. You will find success – and great satisfaction – if your vision for your own career matches up with our core values: forward-thinking, hard-working, progressive, entrepreneurial and a can-do spirit. An energizing and professional work environment, Kaufman & Canoles offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package that includes:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Profit Sharing/401(k)
- Generous Leave Benefits
- Long-Term Disability
- Tuition Reimbursement
Kaufman & Canoles is an equal opportunity employer.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Williamsburg office of Kaufman & Canoles is seeking a Real Estate Paralegal to conduct real estate closings for residential purchases, refinances, construction loans, loan modifications, and sale transactions. Must possess in-depth knowledge of and experience with the closing process, funding loans, and examining title commitments. Experience with Commercial real estate is preferred. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills and the ability to exercise a high degree of confidentiality and discretion are required.
-
Conduct real estate closings for residential purchases, refinances, construction loans, loan modifications and sale transactions.
-
Prepare Closing Disclosures (CD); HUD-1 Settlement Statements; legal closing documents which include Deeds, Deeds of Trust, Notes, Contracts etc.; balance escrows; satisfy lender requirements; order title searches, surveys, insurance, resale certificates, etc.
-
Request payoffs on liens and mortgages.
-
Responsible for corresponding with lenders, builders, real estate agents, and attorneys as needed to gather necessary information for closings.
-
Assist in the review of title commitments and pre-closing issues.
-
Prepare closing packages for residential real estate closings.
-
Maintain Notary Public status and witness real estate closing packages.
-
Assemble closing pack for lender and verify all provisions of lender are completed.
-
Ensure closing packages have been properly disbursed and appropriate documents recorded.
-
Verify title insurance policies have been received.
-
Responsible for setup of delivery of the deed and title insurance policies to the buyer and lender.
-
Ensure that all appropriate documents, checks, and copies are sent to all parties immediately after closing.
-
Review escrow files for all necessary documents, double checking that all are properly prepared, and request checks for any funds in escrow that go to the seller or buyer.
-
Assist Escrow Officer in managing and developing client relationships to ensure future real estate closing transactions.
-
Make sure all client data is entered into central database.
-
Confirm liens are properly released.
-
Re-record documents as needed and correct any post-closing issues.
QUALIFICATIONS
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High school diploma or equivalent.
-
Proficient in SoftPro (Proforms) and Microsoft Office.
-
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
-
Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
-
Knowledge of the “TRID” laws.
-
In-depth experience with closing loans, funding loans, and examining title commitments.
-
Commercial real estate experience preferred but not required.
-
In-depth knowledge of closing process.
-
In-depth knowledge of title insurance and real estate processing.
-
Ability to exercise a high degree of confidentiality and discretion when promptly and accurately responding to miscellaneous inquiries.
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Must be able to perform job duties independently.
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Search Immigration Paralegal Jobs in VirginiaImmigration Paralegal Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies sponsor visas for immigration paralegals in Virginia?
Immigration law firms with offices in Northern Virginia, particularly those serving the D.C. metro area, are the most active sponsors for immigration paralegal roles. Firms such as mid-to-large immigration practices in Arlington and Fairfax, along with corporate legal departments of technology and defense contractors based in Tysons Corner and Reston, have documented H-1B and PERM filing histories for legal support staff.
Which visa types realistically fit immigration paralegal roles in Virginia?
The H-1B is the most common pathway, provided the employer documents the role as a specialty occupation requiring a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as legal studies or paralegal studies. EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM labor certification is also pursued by established law firms. F-1 students may work via OPT for up to 12 months. TN visa does not cover paralegal roles under the USMCA profession list.
Which cities in Virginia have the most immigration paralegal sponsorship jobs?
Northern Virginia dominates, with Arlington, Alexandria, Fairfax, and Tysons Corner concentrating the majority of immigration paralegal openings due to proximity to federal agencies, embassies, and the D.C. legal market. Richmond has a smaller but active legal market with some immigration practices. Herndon and Reston also see demand from technology and government contractor firms with in-house immigration legal teams.
How to find immigration paralegal visa sponsorship jobs in Virginia?
Migrate Mate lists Virginia employers with verified visa sponsorship filing history, so you can search specifically for immigration paralegal roles in Northern Virginia and beyond without sifting through postings from employers who don't sponsor. Filtering by role and location on Migrate Mate surfaces firms with documented H-1B or PERM activity, giving you a practical starting point for targeting your applications in the Virginia market.
Are there any Virginia-specific considerations for immigration paralegals seeking sponsorship?
Virginia's proximity to federal agencies, immigration courts, and embassies in the D.C. metro area means many employers expect familiarity with removal proceedings, consular processing, and USCIS administrative procedures. Paralegal certificate programs at George Mason University and Northern Virginia Community College feed directly into the local legal market. Employers sponsoring H-1B workers in this role must file a Labor Condition Application with the DOL certifying the prevailing wage for the Northern Virginia or Richmond metropolitan area.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored immigration paralegal jobs in Virginia?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.