About the firm:
Schear Immigration Law Firm is a boutique immigration law firm in Tel Aviv specializing in U.S. business and family immigration law. The firm represents both individuals and multinational corporations in a wide variety of complex immigration matters, including petition based temporary and permanent work visa applications, maintenance and abandonment of legal permanent residence status, renunciation of U.S. citizenship and consular processing matters.
Responsibilities include:
Launching and overseeing immigration filings for corporate and private clients
Setting up and inviting teams to collaborate through dedicated software systems
Updating and tracking data flows in our customized application suite
Supporting attorneys with document management
Ensuring translation requests for documents are handled properly
Managing and updating profiles in our immigration case management system
Updating statuses on internal boards for various filings either in progress or closed
Reviewing submissions checklists and coordinating with our vendors
Leading consular processing including opening of US Embassy accounts on behalf of clients
Review of DS-160s (online non-immigrant visa applications) and preparation of consular processing packs ahead of Embassy interviews
Scheduling of US Embassy interviews and a prep call with our team in advance
Review of passport status updates via the Department of State website
Communication with clients on visa processing and passport status updates
Updating our immigration software for future expiration dates on issued visas
Occasional “light” translations (Hebrew to English) and ad hoc tasks
General requirements/skills:
Bachelor’s degree in law
Highly detail oriented
Ability to work independently
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
The ability to relate and communicate to clients and people at all levels
Native level English a must; advanced level Hebrew preferred
Faultless spelling and grammar
The ability to effectively prioritize and administer tasks as well as flexibility to do occasional work outside of office hours
Preferred requirements/skills:
Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in a business, IT operations or legal setting
Prior experience in immigration law is an advantage but not a must
Degree in law and / or experience as an attorney in a fast pace, legal setting