Description:
Pabian Law is an immigration law firm specializing in hospitality. If you are an experienced attorney or a new attorney taking the bar soon and also enjoy the hospitality industry, this is the role for you. We welcome you to apply.Position Description:
Under the direction and supervision of the Practice Area Manager, provides a wide range of support to the H-2B team by drafting and reviewing work, communicating with clients regarding their H-2B visa petitions, and evaluating results to meet the goals and objectives of the firm.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- Reviews and provides constructive feedback for legal documents drafted by Paralegals;
- Assists with providing initial and refresher training to the H-2B team throughout the year.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Assists the Practice Area Manager and Assistant Manager with managing the H-2B visa process and working with a team of Case Managers, Paralegals, and Operations staff;
- Supports the Practice Area Manager with phone calls, reviewing and drafting emails to clients, and reviewing legal forms and documents;
- Assists with developing case strategies for H-2B visa petitions;
- Conducts client calls to discuss H-2B visa cases and ensure goals and needs are being met;
- Corresponds with clients regarding case status, legal, and non-legal questions involving their cases (ex: what additional documents are needed/case status/etc.);
- Collaborates with the Practice Area Manager to assist with reviewing legal documentation for the H-2B visa process, including Prevailing Wage Determinations (PWDs), job orders, and evidence of seasonality;
- Reviews and provides constructive feedback for legal documents drafted by Case Managers, Paralegals, and Operations staff;
- Reviews supporting documents provided by clients and ensure that they contain the required information, make edits where necessary;
- Assists with drafting legal documentation and moving cases forward in the H-2B visa process; and
- Assists with monitoring internal and external deadlines within the practice area.
- Ability to effectively prioritize and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment;
- Demonstrates professional conduct and presence, exercising tact, diplomacy and discretion in sensitive matters;
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively;
- Ability to demonstrate support for and to help others successfully manage organizational change;
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail;
- Excellent oral and written communication skills;
- Superb time management skills with the ability to assign and delegate tasks; and
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
Education and Experience:
- Juris Doctor Degree from an ABA accredited law school;
- Licensed to practice law or soon to be licensed.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer; and
- Regularly required to stand or walk, reach with hands and arms, stoop and/or bend.
Pay: $75,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- This position is hybrid and requires you to work in the office at least three days per week. Are you comfortable with this hybrid format?
- Have you ever failed the Massachusetts bar?
- Are you in good standing with the Massachusetts Bar Association?
Education:
Doctorate (Required)
