Greenberg Traurig, a global law firm, currently has an excellent full-time employment opportunity for Immigration Paralegals in our Mexico City office location.
We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package.
**Position Summary**:**Duties & Responsibilities**:- Maintains oversight of individual caseloads as well as that of paralegal caseloads to ensure timely completion of work- Prepares responses to request for evidence- Researches law, procedures and keeps track of immigration law updates- Manages various administrative duties; maintains case management database, directs client contact- Creates and maintains reports as needed- Contacts USCIS and U.S. consulate/embassies, schedules visa appointment interviews- Assists in client intakes, prepares client mailings and submissions to various immigration offices- Liaises with government agencies (DOL, USCIS, NVC) to troubleshoot issues as necessary- Assists with other department activities as needed, and performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned**Skills & Competencies**:- Ability to communicate professionally and interact effectively with all levels of personnel, including management staff and support staff- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written), professional demeanor and presentation- Ability to be a proactive self-starter who understands the details within a much larger context- High attention to detail, outstanding organizational skills and the ability to manage time effectively- Excellent customer service skills and ability to work on multiple matters simultaneously in an organized manner and under mínimal supervision- Flexibility and able to respond quickly and positively to shifting demands- Position also requires the ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines**Qualifications & Prior Experience**:- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience and Paralegal certification required- Minimum of 2-3 years International Immigration experience within a law firm with demonstrated knowledge of complex issues within the Immigration practice area- Experience in preparing immigrant and non-immigrant visas- Familiar with immigration case management systems (Bluedot or INSZoom)**Greenberg Traurig is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
Individuals seeking employment at Greenberg Traurig are considered without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, age, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, among other protected bases.