Business Immigration Paralegal (Contract / Freelance)

About the Role

The role is ideal for a self-motivated individual who is comfortable working independently with minimal supervision. With a strong emphasis on quality and attention to detail, the successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring all forms strictly adhere to current USCIS guidelines, fee schedules, and evidentiary standards.

New Frontier Immigration Law is committed to providing an environment that challenges its team members to become the best version of themselves. With a focus on innovation and humanitarian-based immigration, the firm is poised for continued growth and success.

What You Will Do

• Draft, review, and finalize complex business immigration forms and associated support documentation with high accuracy and minimal supervision.
• Formulate and complete specific packets including, but not limited to, I-129, PERM, I-140, I-539/I-539A, and I-485.
• Ensure all forms strictly adhere to current USCIS guidelines, fee schedules, and evidentiary standards to mitigate any risk of RFEs or rejections.
• Organize and compile case files efficiently, ensuring clear structure and seamless handoff to the internal legal operations team.
• Work within established case-time guidelines and deliver completed packets within fast, predictable turnaround times.
• Collaborate with the legal team to resolve any issues or questions that may arise during the preparation of business immigration forms and packets.
• Stay up-to-date with changes in USCIS guidelines, fee schedules, and evidentiary standards to ensure the highest level of quality and compliance.
• Prepare and review supporting documentation, including but not limited to, affidavits, contracts, and education transcripts.
• Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of the firm's case management system and procedures.

What We Are Looking For

• Minimum 3+ years of direct experience as a Business Immigration Paralegal handling employment-based petitions.
• Proven expertise and deep familiarity with I-129, PERM, I-140, I-539, and I-485 filings.
• Ability to work independently with little to no additional training or onboarding.
• Meticulous document handling and data entry skills; an absolute commitment to accuracy.
• Professional fluency in written and spoken English.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with the legal team and other stakeholders.

Nice to Have

• Experience with case management software and technology.
• Knowledge of Spanish or other languages, given the firm's location in Mexico.
• Prior experience working with a remote team or in a freelance/contract capacity.
• Certification as a paralegal or a related field.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive hourly rate of
  5.00 USD per hour.
• Paid per case based on pre-established standard time budgets per case type.
• Approximately 5 cases per month to start, with the opportunity for consistent, long-term case assignments.
• The opportunity to work with a dynamic and growing law firm that is committed to making a positive impact.
• Flexible, remote work arrangement that allows for a healthy work-life balance.
• The chance to develop and maintain a thorough understanding of the firm's case management system and procedures.
• Access to a network of experienced legal professionals who are passionate about immigration law.

• Be prepared to provide examples of your experience with business immigration forms and packets, including I-129, PERM, I-140, I-539, and I-485.
• Develop a strong understanding of USCIS guidelines, fee schedules, and evidentiary standards to ensure the highest level of quality and compliance.
• Highlight your ability to work independently with minimal supervision and your commitment to accuracy and attention to detail.
• Consider obtaining certification as a paralegal or in a related field to demonstrate your expertise and commitment to the profession.
• Research the firm's mission and values to understand their commitment to humanitarian-based immigration and how you can contribute to this mission.
• Prepare to discuss your experience with case management software and technology, as well as your ability to work effectively with a remote team.