Experienced Paralegal – Business Immigration, NIV

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Legal Assistant/Paralegal supporting NIV team at WR Immigration, handling non-immigrant visa applications and collaborating with clients and legal teams in Santa Monica.

Posted 7/13/2026full-timeRemote • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $65,000 - $85,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in US Immigration Law, particularly in processing non-immigrant visa types such as H-1B, TN, B, and L visas. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential for managing client interactions and document preparation.

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Business Immigration Law ExperienceAttention To DetailAnalytical Thinking SkillsTime Management SkillsOffice Software Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Visa ProcessingDocument DraftingData EntryCase ProcessingLegal Research

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

Data Management PlatformsOffice Software

Industry Keywords

US Immigration LawNon-Immigrant VisasH-1B VisaTN VisaB VisaL Visa

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Expanding on previous understanding of US Immigration Law using resources and training provided by the firm
Establishing a deeper understanding of the requirements and general case processing for a variety of non-immigrant visa types, including H-1B, TN, B, and L visas
Drafting and organizing forms and documents as directed by the Team Manager
Communicating with clients regarding visa instructions, approval notices, and welcome packages, alongside attorneys and more senior team members
Assisting legal and administrative teams in requesting and organizing documents for new processes
Processing and organizing government correspondence, including receipt notices, approval notices, and requests for evidence
Entering data accurately and consistently into internal data management platforms
Working on other projects as directed by the Team Manager or attorney

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree with strong academic record
3-5 years of business immigration law experience required
Superb attention to detail
Strong analytical, critical and quantitative thinking skills
Excellent time management and organization skills
Demonstrated ability to utilize office software accurately and efficiently
Willingness to adapt to and embrace updates in office technology
Ability to communicate clearly and professionally

Benefits

Comp & perks

paid time off and paid holidays
medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
health savings and flexible spending accounts to help offset healthcare and dependent care expenses
multiple retirement plan options (401k & Roth 401k)
access to an employee assistance program