Fok Immigration Law
Business Immigration Paralegal (Employment-Based, 1–5 YOE)
Fok Immigration Law, San Jose, California, United States, 95199
Legal Assistant / Paralegal (Employment-Based Immigration, 1–5 yrs)
About the role
We’re a boutique firm dedicated exclusively to U.S. immigration. As a Legal Assistant/Paralegal on our employment-based team, you’ll help clients secure roles in the U.S. and reunite families—while learning fast and growing your impact.
What you’ll do
Prepare, QC, and file employment-based matters: H-1B, L-1A/L-1B (incl. blanket), TN, O-1, PERM, I-140, I-485
Draft support letters, exhibit lists, client checklists, and RFE responses
Collect and review evidence; maintain organized, audit‑ready e‑files
Own deadlines: track milestones and keep cases moving with zero‑defect submissions
Communicate clearly with clients, HR, and beneficiaries; reduce stress with proactive updates
Manage intake and matter statuses
Assist attorneys on strategy, case prep, and final assembly for USCIS submissions
What you bring (must-haves)
1–5 years of hands‑on experience in employment‑based immigration
Recent experience with: L-1 and Blanket L-1’s, H-1B, O-1, TN, PERM, I-140, I-485
Strong legal writing, organization, and attention to detail
Comfort with case‑management tools (Tracker preferred), PDFs, and Excel/Sheets
Client‑first mindset and reliable follow‑through
Nice to have
Paralegal certificate or relevant JD coursework (preferred, not required)
Any foreign language skills
A positive, solutions‑oriented attitude (a sense of humor helps!)
Work setting Primarily in‑office with the option to work from home 1 day/week.
Compensation and Benefits
Competitive salary $35 to $50 an hour based on experience
15 days vacation accrual/year, 5 days paid sick leave
Why us We’re a tight‑knit, diverse team that collaborates selflessly and treats every role as a true partner. You’ll get real responsibility, mentorship, and room to grow in a supportive, collegial environment.
How to apply (LinkedIn Easy Apply) Please include a separate cover letter explaining why you would be a good fit at our firm.
Learn more Website: www.jfoklaw.com (see our Google and Yelp reviews)
We’re an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to a respectful, inclusive workplace.
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What you’ll do
Prepare, QC, and file employment-based matters: H-1B, L-1A/L-1B (incl. blanket), TN, O-1, PERM, I-140, I-485
Draft support letters, exhibit lists, client checklists, and RFE responses
Collect and review evidence; maintain organized, audit‑ready e‑files
Own deadlines: track milestones and keep cases moving with zero‑defect submissions
Communicate clearly with clients, HR, and beneficiaries; reduce stress with proactive updates
Manage intake and matter statuses
Assist attorneys on strategy, case prep, and final assembly for USCIS submissions
What you bring (must-haves)
1–5 years of hands‑on experience in employment‑based immigration
Recent experience with: L-1 and Blanket L-1’s, H-1B, O-1, TN, PERM, I-140, I-485
Strong legal writing, organization, and attention to detail
Comfort with case‑management tools (Tracker preferred), PDFs, and Excel/Sheets
Client‑first mindset and reliable follow‑through
Nice to have
Paralegal certificate or relevant JD coursework (preferred, not required)
Any foreign language skills
A positive, solutions‑oriented attitude (a sense of humor helps!)
Work setting Primarily in‑office with the option to work from home 1 day/week.
Compensation and Benefits
Competitive salary $35 to $50 an hour based on experience
15 days vacation accrual/year, 5 days paid sick leave
Why us We’re a tight‑knit, diverse team that collaborates selflessly and treats every role as a true partner. You’ll get real responsibility, mentorship, and room to grow in a supportive, collegial environment.
How to apply (LinkedIn Easy Apply) Please include a separate cover letter explaining why you would be a good fit at our firm.
Learn more Website: www.jfoklaw.com (see our Google and Yelp reviews)
We’re an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to a respectful, inclusive workplace.
#J-18808-Ljbffr