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Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP

Employment Immigration Paralegal

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199

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Overview This position could be based in either our

New York

or

San Francisco

office.

Base pay range

$50,000.00/yr - $69,000.00/yr

Responsibilities

Support Orrick’s Global Employment & Equity Compensation group in employment immigration matters for clients including industry leaders and startups in the technology sector.

Partner with attorneys to develop, implement and maintain efficient internal processes, procedures and best practices for employment immigration casework, tracking and recordkeeping.

Work on the full case lifecycle of employment-based nonimmigration petitions (such as H-1B, TN, L-1, O-1, E-2 and E-3) from intake to filing with USCIS.

Work on the full case lifecycle of permanent residence applications including the PERM labor certification process, I‑140 petitions and I‑485 applications.

Provide instruction to clients on immigration practices and procedures and assist with issues that may arise relative to a foreign national's immigration status. Partner with attorneys to review appropriate options and determine the ultimate direction taken.

Research, monitor and keep abreast of latest immigration trends related to USCIS adjudications, consular procedures, case processing times, travel restrictions and requirements.

Monitor government deadlines and status expirations and identify issues for escalation as needed.

Coordinate with local counsel on ex‑US global employment immigration matters.

Opportunity to gain exposure to other areas of labor & employment law on an as‑needed basis, including global employment, equity compensation and U.S. employment.

Qualifications

2 to 4+ years of employment immigration‑related work experience.

Ability to collaborate with attorneys and communicate with client contacts including HR and Legal departments and hiring managers.

Extensive knowledge of employment‑based immigration including nonimmigrant visas, permanent residency and secondary/derivative benefit applications.

Experience preparing petition and application packages for review and filing with U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services and the Department of Labor.

Ability to manage immigration inquiries, gather required information, and keep clients and attorneys informed of progress.

Proficiency in immigration terminology and immigration tracking software.

Exceptional organizational and communication skills.

Seniority level Mid‑Senior level

Employment type Full‑time

Job function

Legal

Law Practice and Legal Services

Compensation and Benefits The expected salary range for this position is between:

New York City $50,000 - $69,000

Orrick is committed to providing a comprehensive, competitive, and thoughtful total compensation package to our attorneys and staff, wherever they work. The level of pay within the range will depend on a variety of job‑related factors that may include, but not limited to, qualifications, relevant experience or education, particular skills or expertise, geography. Other compensation may include an annual discretionary merit bonus, which would be determined by Firm and individual performance.

We offer a full range of elective health benefits including medical, dental, vision and life; robust mental well‑being programs; child, family, elder, and pet care benefits; short‑ and long‑term disability and industry leading parental leave benefits, health savings account contributions (w/applicable medical plan), flexible spending accounts, and a 401K program. This role will receive compensated time off through our Paid Time Off program and paid holidays.

How to Apply If you are searching for a chance to create an impact, you have a little grit and you love working with a team, we want to talk with you. To submit your resume and cover letter for this position, please visit our Staff and Paralegal Opportunities Listings at www.orrick.com/Careers. Orrick accepts applications for this position on an ongoing basis, until filled.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Consistent with the SF Fair Chance Ordinance, an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration.

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