Immigration Paralegal (U.S. & Canada Immigration Experience)

• Employment Type: Full-Time Contractor
• Workplace: Remote
• Compensation: USD $1,000 to $1,500/month
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm PST

At HireHawk, we connect top global talent with high-performing U.S. companies. Our focus is on finding exceptional professionals who bring both expertise and drive to every role. We’re passionate about helping candidates grow their careers while supporting our clients with reliable, remote-ready talent that makes an impact from day one.

We are seeking a detail-oriented Immigration Paralegal with experience in U.S. immigration law and familiarity with Canadian immigration processes to support a busy immigration law practice. This role focuses on preparing employment-based and family-based immigration cases, managing documentation, and assembling complete application packages for attorney review and filing.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, and comfortable working independently in a remote environment while collaborating closely with an attorney. The goal of this role is to create a streamlined case preparation workflow where applications are fully prepared and organized prior to final attorney review and submission.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage employment-based and family-based immigration case files
• Complete and review DS-160 and DS-260 forms accurately based on client-provided information
• Gather and review supporting documentation to ensure applications are complete and compliant
• Generate immigration case documentation using Serenade immigration software
• Draft supporting letters and assemble application packages using established templates and workflows
• Organize and maintain case files and documentation in OneDrive or similar shared systems
• Review applications for accuracy, completeness, and compliance prior to attorney review
• Identify and resolve common DS-160 issues including corrections, updates, and consular submission requirements
• Maintain organized case workflows to ensure efficient preparation and timely filings
• Support attorneys by delivering well-prepared, review-ready case packages

Requirements

• 1–2+ years of experience working in U.S. and Canadian immigration law
• Hands-on experience preparing DS-160 and DS-260 forms
• Strong familiarity with U.S. nonimmigrant visa categories, including B1/B2, E-2, L-1, O-1, H-1B, and related classifications
• Experience preparing employment-based and family-based immigration applications
• Ability to gather client information and accurately prepare immigration forms
• Experience reviewing DS-160 applications for completeness and compliance prior to attorney review
• Experience using Serenade immigration software
• Ability to prepare case documentation using templates and standardized workflows
• Experience organizing legal documentation in shared file systems such as OneDrive
• Strong written English communication skills
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment
• Experience supporting U.S. and Canadian law firms remotely

Benefits

• Access to a $200K+ perk marketplace with discounts on 150+ global services.
• Option to withdraw up to 50% of approved earnings before payday.