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JOB TITLE: Immigration Paralegal

JOB TYPE: Full-time

LOCATION: Denver, CO

SALARY: $24 – $35/hr or commensurate with experience

DAYS/HRS: Mon-Fri.

CONTACT: Alexander Brookins, Office Manager

EMAIL: jobs@millermayer.com

HOW: Send Resume

WHEN: Immediately

EOE: Y

# OPENINGS: One (1)

WHO WE ARE:       We are a nationally renowned immigration law practice in a high-paced, friendly downtown law firm headquartered in Ithaca, New York, near Cornell University. This position would be located at our Denver, Colorado office. Our immigration practice serves entrepreneurs, businesses and families in the region and high-skilled, high net-worth, and professional workers and employers throughout the world. We offer a vibrant, learning-rich work environment of attorneys and staff committed to the highest level of customer service and intelligent solutions.

DUTIES:        Under supervision of lawyers, prepare documents needed for immigration filings with government agencies including legal briefs, forms, and correspondence; manage high volume of cases including monitoring and meeting deadlines, communicating with clients, agents, coworkers, and government agencies, and coordinating preparation and receipt of evidence with multiple parties, and; conduct research.

BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Employer Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays Off
• Remote Work Opportunity up to 2 Days A Week, or As Approved by Supervising Attorney

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Two or more years of experience as an immigration paralegal in a professional office.
• Experience preparing immigration filings such as H-1Bs, L-1s, E-2s, O-1s, and TN nonimmigrant visa applications, as well as EB-1A, NIW, and PERM immigrant visa filings.
• Associate’s Degree or higher – Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Strong research and writing skills
• Ability to handle high volume case load while maintaining high level of productivity
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and demonstrated attention to detail
• Flexibility and initiative regarding assignments for self and team

JOB TITLE: Immigration Paralegal

JOB TYPE: Full-time

LOCATION: Ithaca, NY

SALARY: $22 – $30/hr commensurate with experience

DAYS/HRS: Mon-Fri.

CONTACT: Alexander Brookins, Office Manager

EMAIL: jobs@millermayer.com

HOW: send resume

WHEN: Immediately

EOE: Y

# OPENINGS: One (1)

WHO WE ARE:       We are a nationally renowned immigration law practice in a high-paced, friendly downtown law firm in Ithaca, New York, near Cornell University. Our immigration practice serves entrepreneurs, businesses and families in the region and high-skilled, high net-worth, and professional workers and employers throughout the world. We offer a vibrant, learning-rich work environment of attorneys and staff committed to the highest level of customer service and intelligent solutions.

DUTIES:        Under supervision of lawyers, prepare documents needed for immigration filings with government agencies including legal briefs, forms, and correspondence; manage high volume of cases including monitoring and meeting deadlines, communicating with clients, agents, coworkers, and government agencies, and coordinating preparation and receipt of evidence with multiple parties, and; conduct research.

BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Employer Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays Off
• Remote Work Opportunity 1 Day A Week

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate’s Degree or higher
• Strong research and writing skills
• Ability to handle high volume case load while maintaining high level of productivity
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and demonstrated attention to detail
• Flexibility and initiative regarding assignments for self and team

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Two or more years of experience as a paralegal in a professional office
• Bachelor’s Degree

JOB TITLE: Paralegal – Commercial Real Estate

JOB TYPE: Full-time

LOCATION: Ithaca, NY

SALARY: $25 – $35 per hour based upon experience

DAYS/HRS: Mon-Fri.

CONTACT: Alexander Brookins, Office Manager

EMAIL: jobs@millermayer.com

HOW: send cover letter, resume, and writing sample

WHEN: Immediately

EOE: Y

# OPENINGS: One (1)

Miller Mayer, LLP is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Commercial Real Estate Paralegal to provide vital support to our corporate and real estate attorneys. This role will be involved in all stages of commercial and residential real estate transactions. As a full-time, non-exempt, benefits-eligible position, the ideal candidate will work closely with attorneys, clients, and lenders to ensure smooth and efficient transactions.

PAY RANGE: $25.00 – $35.00 per hour based upon experience

BENEFITS: 401k with employer matching contributions, health insurance, vision insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, short and long-term disability insurance, paid holidays, personal time and vacation time.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide support and work closely with corporate and real estate attorneys on all aspects of the closing of commercial real estate transactions and residential real estate transactions. Responsible for the preparation of all documentation necessary to complete the closing transactions, including:

• Opening files (including requesting conflict searches per our firm policy), gathering tax/tax map information, and entering file information into software programs;
• Prepare and review purchase/sale contracts, loan commitment letters;
• Draft necessary documents for specific transaction; compile necessary financial documents;
• Preparation of transfer documents, preparation of statements of sale and lender closing disclosures, ordering tax certificates and water readings, disbursing mortgage funds at closing, shipping closing packages to lenders, making mortgage payoffs, and following up on all post-closing items;
• Submit necessary documents to State and County for filing;
• Coordinate closing with attorneys, lender and clients; and finalize closing figures;
• Review of Abstract of Title, property information and mapping, including zoning and taxes;
• Prepare title insurance commitments/policies for both lenders and owners;
• Follow-up on post-closing issues (releases/mortgage satisfactions), completion of final title insurance policies;
• Prepare and maintain 1099 filings at the end of each year;
• Maintain escrow files for closing escrows, make all payments in a timely manner;
• Correspond and clearly communicate with clients, realtors, attorneys, and lenders; and
• Provide support as requested by attorneys or administrative supervisors.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Proficiency with office equipment (computer, copier, printer, fax, postage meter) and software (Microsoft Office, document preparation software, title insurance software)
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients of varying levels of understanding
• Adaptability to changing deadlines and ability to apply problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail and excellent proofreading/editing skills for legal documents
• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a collaborative team
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage client files with attorney oversight

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma required; AAS degree preferred
• Paralegal certificate helpful
• Notary Public License
• Commercial Real Estate experience helpful

Miller Mayer, LLP 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. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

JOB TITLE: Associate Attorney – Immigration Practice Group
JOB TYPE: Full Time
LOCATION: Ithaca, NY
CONTACT: Alexander Brookins, Office Manager
EMAIL: jobs@millermayer.com
HOW: Send cover letter, resume, and writing sample
WHEN: Immediately
EOE: Y
# OPENINGS: One (1)

Miller Mayer, LLP is seeking a full-time associate in our immigration practice group.  Our firm’s immigration clients include hospitals, universities, technology companies, EB-5 regional centers, developers, individual clients, and families. Duties include counseling clients, preparation and review of relevant immigration filings (including PERMS and H-1B petitions), communication with prospective new clients, and supervising legal assistants as needed.  At least three years of relevant experience preferred. Billable hours requirements are reasonable and the salary competitive. Fully-remote option is not available for this position.

If you are looking to join a dynamic practice in one of the East Coast’s most livable cities, this opportunity is for you. If you have excellent credentials, good client management skills, and are interested in working in a creative and family-friendly environment, please submit your cover letter, resume, and writing sample for prompt and confidential consideration.

About Miller Mayer, LLP

Miller Mayer is proudly based in Ithaca, New York, heart of the Finger Lakes and home of Cornell University. Building relationships with diverse clients throughout our state and beyond, over two-thirds of our work involves regional and national clients. Our business practice offers a full range of services in the areas of corporate and transactional law, and our renowned immigration team services clients worldwide. Our nationally recognized firm has employment opportunities for attorneys and entry-level and career-track legal assistants. Enjoy a collegial, close-knit team environment working with experts in their fields, generous benefits, high growth, and great training and development experience in a beautiful and livable location. We offer lateral candidates a team-oriented environment, a collegial atmosphere, potential for growth, up-to-date technology infrastructure, and experienced professional staff and management. We encourage participation in practice group leadership and management committees. Miller Mayer is an equal opportunity employer and partnership. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, age, national origin, sexual orientation, or disability.

JOB TITLE: Associate Attorney – Litigation Practice Group
JOB TYPE: Full Time
LOCATION: Ithaca, NY
CONTACT: Alexander Brookins, Office Manager
EMAIL: jobs@millermayer.com
HOW: Send cover letter, resume, and writing sample
WHEN: Immediately
EOE: Y
# OPENINGS: One (1)

Miller Mayer, LLP is seeking a full-time associate in our litigation practice group.  No prior experience as a litigation attorney is required, though some experience may be preferred. Billable hours requirements are reasonable and the salary competitive.

If you are looking to join a dynamic practice in one of the East Coast’s most livable cities, this opportunity is for you. If you have excellent credentials, good client management skills, and are interested in working in a creative and family-friendly environment, please submit your cover letter, resume, and writing sample for prompt and confidential consideration.

Miller Mayer is interested in opportunities to add experienced attorneys to our firm. Hiring is determined by the needs of our practice areas. Please contact us if you are planning a move or considering relocating to Tompkins County or a surrounding county.

Miller Mayer offers lateral candidates a team-oriented environment, a collegial atmosphere, potential for growth, up-to-date technology infrastructure, and experienced, professional staff and management. We encourage participation in practice group leadership and management committees.

Email jobs@millermayer.com to apply.