Global Mobility Paralegal

Arnall Golden Gregory LLP ("AGG"), an Atlanta-based law firm with approximately 200 attorneys, is seeking a Global Mobility Paralegal responsible for assisting and supporting attorneys for the Corporate/Global Mobility practice group. The requirements for this position include, but are not limited to, those outlined below. This position requires a minimum of five (5) years’ experience as a paralegal with heavy emphasis on business immigration matters and project management, preferably in a law firm setting. It is the employer’s discretion to add to or change the duties or requirements of this position at any time.

Position Reports to: Human Resources Manager, Global Mobility Chair and Corporate Group Co-Chairs

Overall Responsibilities: This is a support position assisting the attorneys within the Global Mobility Department. Primary duties will include, but are not limited, to the following:

• Prepare nonimmigrant and immigrant petitions and application for attorney and client review (e.g., submission letters, immigration-related forms, supporting documentation). Manage heavy client caseload, including case preparation, client email correspondence, and client status calls
• Communication with government agencies—such as the Department of Homeland Security and Department of State—to check status, as necessary
• Client document and data input into immigration software system
• Utilization of firm-sanctioned AI technologies
• Creation and maintenance of client status reports
• Overtime may be required on occasion
• Other duties/tasks as assigned

Required skills:

• Must have prior experience with E-3, L-1, H1-B, H-1B1, TN and PERM cases
• Must have working knowledge of office/administrative procedures and an excellent command of the English language, both written and oral
• Must have strong writing skills and attention to detail

• Must be technology-enabled and conversant with digital resources and artificial intelligence tools and platforms, including proficiency in Tracker or comparable immigration software system

• Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Must be able to work independently, and as a member of a team, with supervision.
• Ability to speak, write and translate languages other than English considered a plus

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Extensive experience in business immigration
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• At least five (5) years in the above responsibilities and skill areas required
• Demonstrated proficiency in MS Office Suite, Adobe software, and immigration software systems and programs required

Mental/Physical/Environmental Requirements

• Indoor offices with controlled temperatures with limited exposure to noise, dust, chemicals
• Mobility within the office including movement from floor to floor
• May sit for long periods of time
• Crouching, kneeling standing, walking, pushing pulling and lifting occasionally
• Operating a personal computer, telephone, voicemail and other office equipment on a regular basis
• Must be able to express and exchange ideas by means of the spoken word
• Must have the ability to convey detailed information in a clear and concise manner through spoken word
• Must demonstrate good problem-solving skills

FLSA Status
Non-Exempt

HOURS:
Full-time; M-F 9:00-5:30 (1-hour lunch); overtime required

ADA: The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

This job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential and marginal job functions are subject to modification.