Immigration Paralegal Job at Dentons, Pittsburgh, PA

  • Dentons
  • Pittsburgh, PA

Job Description

Immigration Paralegal

We are seeking an experienced Immigration Paralegal to provide high-level support to the Immigration Law Practice Group. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in immigration law and hands-on experience with temporary work authorization categories for foreign nationals, PERM labor certification, and employment-based immigrant petitions. This role involves substantive case work, client coordination, document preparation, and process management in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare, draft, review, and file petitions, applications, and supporting documentation for temporary work authorization categories (including specialty occupation, intracompany transfer, extraordinary ability, professional, and treaty-based classifications).
  • Manage and process PERM labor certification applications, including recruitment, Prevailing Wage Determinations (PWD), audit responses, and related Department of Labor filings.
  • Prepare and process employment-based immigrant petitions (EB-1, EB-2, EB-3, National Interest Waivers, and related I-140 petitions), Adjustment of Status (I-485), and consular processing.
  • Maintain accurate case management systems, track deadlines, and ensure timely filing with USCIS, DOL, and other agencies.
  • Gather, organize, and review client documents; draft cover letters, support letters, and evidentiary packages.
  • Communicate with clients, employers, and government agencies regarding case status and document requests.
  • Assist attorneys with research on immigration regulations, policy updates, and case strategies.
  • Support compliance-related matters and respond to Requests for Evidence (RFEs), Notices of Intent to Deny (NOIDs), and audits as needed.
  • Perform other duties as assigned to support the Immigration Practice Group.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Minimum of 3+ years of progressive experience as an immigration paralegal.
  • Preferred experience with:
    • Temporary work authorization categories for foreign nationals
    • PERM / Labor Certification processes
    • Employment-based immigrant petitions (EB categories, I-140, I-485)
  • Strong knowledge of USCIS, DOL, and related immigration procedures and forms.
  • Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits

  • Health
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • PTO
  • Bonus
  • 401k Match
  • Pension

For this position you must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We do not sponsor for this position.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Temporary work, Eb 3 Visa Sponsorship

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