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Paralegal Specialist (Immigration Law)Law Offices of Mary Kennedy, LLC • Chennai, Republic Of India, IN
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Paralegal Specialist (Immigration Law)

Paralegal Specialist (Immigration Law)

Law Offices of Mary Kennedy, LLC • Chennai, Republic Of India, IN
30+ days ago
Job description

LEGAL ASSISTANT (U.S. Immigration Law)


Location: Remote, with potential to shift onsite to Chennai, India


Organization: Law Offices of Mary Kennedy, LLC (Headquartered in Schaumburg, Illinois, USA)


The Law Offices of Mary Kennedy is hiring for its new physical branch in Chennai to strengthen client engagement, accelerate growth in India, and build long-term relationships with employers and beneficiaries. We are seeking high-caliber Legal Assistants with a strong legal foundation, exceptional accountability, and the ability to operate in a fast-paced startup environment.


Training Plan (First 6 Months)


During the initial training period, you will:


Work remotely for approximately 2 hours per day at night (IST) to overlap with U.S. CST hours


Attend focused training sessions led by senior team members in the United States


Learn U.S. immigration law workflows, petition drafting standards, documentation requirements, and client communication protocols


Become familiar with the firm’s internal case management systems, tools, and processes


Receive continuous feedback and performance evaluations


This remote 2-hour night shift training will continue for approximately six months.

After completing this phase successfully, you will transition to the full daytime shift (11:00 AM – 8:00 PM IST) and begin working on-site at the Chennai office, Monday to Friday.

Transportation assistance may be offered depending on commute requirements.


Mandatory Qualifications


Bachelor’s degree in Law, or


Prior experience in U.S. immigration law (H-1B, I-140, NIW, EB-1, L-1, F-1, etc.)


Excellent English communication skills (written and verbal)


Ability to understand and follow detailed legal processes and documentation requirements


Strong research skills and comfort with structured workflows


Key Responsibilities


Work closely with U.S.-based attorneys, caseworkers, and paralegals on employment-based immigration matters


Support H-1B, PERM, I-140, L-1, EB-1, EB-2 NIW, and related filings


Assist with drafting petitions, reviewing evidence, organizing client documents, following SOPs, and meeting strict deadlines


You are an excellent fit if you are:


A legally trained professional wanting to build a long-term career in U.S. immigration law


Highly disciplined, self-driven, and comfortable working under structured processes


Able to work independently with minimal supervision


Looking for a stable, long-term growth opportunity with a reputable U.S. immigration law firm

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