Immigration Case Manager

At Ellis Porter,
our goal is to improve the immigration experience for employers and individuals so they can thrive in a smaller world
. To do this, we've built a team of dedicated immigration professionals (we call ourselves Porters) who believe passionately in the economic and cultural benefits that immigration provides to America
,
and who excel at providing our clients with
refreshingly clear guidance
,
uniquely creative strategies,
and
remarkably responsive service
,
all with
genuine empathy
and
a personal touch
.

Immigration law is very complex and full of constant challenges, but the Ellis Porter team loves
what we do, and who we do it with
, and
we find great satisfaction in knowing that our work positively, and intimately, impacts our clients' lives and companies
.

Our Culture
We're also immensely proud (and protective) of our culture at Ellis Porter. It's not what you would expect from a typical law firm,
because we're not a typical law firm
. We take our work seriously, but not ourselves. We don't tolerate drama, and jerks are not allowed. And we've built a wonderfully diverse team of Porters who reflect the diversity of the clients we serve.

As our team continues to grow, we've remained committed to cultivating an inspiring, authentic, comfortable, and flexible work environment where you are respected, encouraged to bring your whole self to work, and challenged to continue your growth as a professional in the legal immigration field.

Position Summary
As an
Immigration Case Manager
on our Employment-Based Automotive team, you will be part of a team of Attorneys and Case Managers that help our global clients navigate the US immigration system, supporting them through the many stages of the non-immigrant visa process for H-1B, L-1, E-2, and TN, among others. In this role, you will have the opportunity to help companies and their international employees achieve their strategic and professional goals - it's truly rewarding work.

This position can be fully remote from any U.S. location, or based in either our Troy, MI or Ann Arbor, MI office as an in-person or hybrid role.
Please note - although this role can be remote, all work must be performed within the United States.
What You'll Do

• Support employers and their international employees in a variety of occupational categories and/or industries within the automotive and engineering sector, working in partnership with our Attorneys
• Review and organize supporting information and documentation as requested by your team's Attorneys and Senior Case Managers
• Draft employment-based immigration petition and application forms and letters to be reviewed by your team's Attorneys
• Support Attorneys in the preparation of responses to Requests for Evidence issued by government agencies.
• Log client-related and case-related information into our immigration case management system and take steps to ensure that all client records in the system remain accurate and updated
• Follow up with clients regarding case expiration dates and deadlines to help ensure the timely filing of all submissions to appropriate government agencies
• Keep abreast of applicable filing requirements for submissions to USCIS and the U.S. Consulates under the U.S. Department of State

What Skills You'll Bring

• 2+ years of experience working in the immigration field as a case manager or paralegal
• Experience preparing employment-based non-immigrant petitions and applications, as well as online applications (DS-160) to apply for a U.S. visa at a Consulate abroad
• Ability to prioritize and manage a busy caseload in an efficient manner and consistent with numerous inflexible legal deadlines
• Ability to collaborate professionally and effectively with team members
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• High level of attention to detail
• Commitment to exceptional customer service, ensuring timely, proactive, and client-focused solutions
• Desire to work in a progressive, high-growth environment with a startup mentality
• Passionate proponent of immigration and global mobility
• Strong cultural competence in working with international clients and diverse teams
• Kindness, empathy, diversity and inclusion as key strategic drivers of business success

What We'll Provide To You

• Opportunity to do challenging and highly rewarding work at a fast-growing firm with an inspiring mission
• Opportunity to join intelligent, creative, and dedicated immigration professionals who value respectful, collaborative working relationships
• Inclusive firm culture celebrating diverse perspectives, backgrounds, identities, and experiences
• People-centered workplace policies and flexible work schedules, including remote work opportunities
• Competitive compensation, health/dental/vision/life insurance benefits, a 401(k)-retirement savings plan with employer-matching, and a generous paid-time-off policy
• Casual attire, plenty of free food, and regular opportunities for exposure to international cuisine and culture

Does this position, and our culture, seem like a good fit for you? If so, we would love to speak with you about joining the Ellis Porter team
Ellis Porter provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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