Immigration Paralegal
Richards and Jurusik LLP is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Immigration Paralegal to join our growing immigration law practice in Buffalo, New York.
This position involves working closely with our attorneys and clients on a broad range of U.S. immigration matters, including business and employment-based immigration, family-based immigration, naturalization, and related applications. The ideal candidate is organized, client-focused, comfortable managing multiple matters and deadlines, and interested in building a long-term career in immigration law.
Prior immigration paralegal experience is preferred but not required. Candidates who demonstrate strong organizational, communication, and attention-to-detail skills are encouraged to apply.
This is a full-time, in-office position requiring regular presence in our Buffalo office.
Schedule: Full-Time
Work Setting: In-Office
Key Responsibilities
Immigration Case Preparation
- Prepare immigration petitions, applications, forms, and supporting documentation for attorney review.
- Assist with business immigration matters, including TN, L-1, H-1B, E-1, E-2, O-1, and employment-based permanent residence cases.
- Assist with family-based immigration matters, including family petitions, adjustment of status, consular processing, fiancé(e) visas, and naturalization.
- Assist attorneys with Requests for Evidence and other government correspondence.
- Review documents and case materials for accuracy, completeness, and consistency before attorney review and filing.
Client Communication & Case Management
- Communicate with clients to gather documents, provide case updates, and coordinate next steps.
- Monitor case deadlines, immigration status expirations, filing requirements, and required follow-ups.
- Maintain accurate and organized electronic case files.
- Track case progress and help ensure matters continue moving efficiently through each stage of the immigration process.
- Provide professional, responsive, and client-focused support throughout each matter.
Team Collaboration
- Work collaboratively with attorneys, paralegals, legal assistants, and other members of the firm.
- Assist attorneys with case preparation, document review, research, and other immigration-related projects.
- Help maintain consistent case-management practices and high standards for accuracy and client service.
Qualifications & Skills
- Prior U.S. immigration paralegal experience is preferred but not required.
- Experience with business immigration, family-based immigration, or both is highly valued.
- Strong organizational, case-management, and communication skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a legal team.
- Professional, dependable, collaborative, and client-focused approach.
- Interest in developing immigration law knowledge and building a long-term career with the firm.
- Ability and willingness to work full-time in our Buffalo office.
Why Join Richards and Jurusik?
We want our team members to build meaningful, long-term careers with our firm. Richards and Jurusik offers a collaborative environment where paralegals can strengthen their immigration knowledge, work directly with experienced attorneys, develop professionally, and play an important role in helping our clients navigate the U.S. immigration process.
Competitive Compensation
Competitive compensation based on experience, qualifications, and relevant immigration knowledge.
Weekly Pay
Enjoy the convenience of a weekly payroll schedule.
Comprehensive Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance.
401(k) With Employer Match
Build toward your future with employer-supported retirement savings.
Profit-Sharing Opportunities
Eligible team members can participate in firm profit-sharing opportunities.
Paid Time Off & Sick Time
Accrued paid time off plus 40 hours of sick time.
14 Paid Holidays
Enjoy a generous firm holiday schedule with 14 paid holidays.
Flexible Fridays
Enjoy added flexibility on Fridays as part of our commitment to supporting a positive and balanced work environment.
Training & Mentorship
Learn alongside experienced immigration attorneys and legal professionals through hands-on training, guidance, and exposure to a broad range of immigration matters.
Career & Professional Growth
Expand your skills, immigration knowledge, and responsibilities with opportunities for continued professional growth and advancement within the firm.
Firm Events & Celebrations
Enjoy firm-sponsored outings, team lunches, celebrations, and other opportunities to connect with your colleagues.
Collaborative Work Environment
Be part of a team-oriented workplace that values communication, professionalism, accuracy, and the contributions of every team member.
No Traditional Billable-Hour Requirement
Our firm uses a flat-fee model rather than a traditional billable-hour structure, allowing our team to focus on accurate casework, efficient case management, and excellent client service.
Build Your Immigration Law Career With Us
We are looking for paralegals who want to build a long-term career with a collaborative and growing immigration law firm. If you have experience in business immigration, family-based immigration, or both – or are interested in developing your immigration law experience – we encourage you to apply.
About Richards and Jurusik
Richards and Jurusik LLP is an immigration law firm focused on helping individuals, families, professionals, and businesses navigate U.S. immigration matters. Our team works extensively with cross-border clients, foreign nationals, families, employers, and businesses throughout the immigration process.
We value accuracy, professionalism, collaboration, and practical immigration strategies. For paralegals looking to develop a career in immigration law, our practice offers exposure to a broad range of matters, direct client interaction, hands-on experience, and opportunities to grow alongside experienced immigration professionals.
