Rumesh Hopkins

Immigration Paralegal / Foreign Qualified Lawyer (Remote – Philippines) U.S. & UK Immigration Law Firm

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: TYPE OF WORK

Full Time

: SALARY

$1,000 – $2,000 per month

: HOURS PER WEEK

TBD

: DATE UPDATED

Sep 23, 2026

JOB OVERVIEW

Immigration Paralegal / Foreign Qualified Lawyer (Remote – Philippines)

U.S. & UK Immigration Law Firm | Full-Time | Remote

(If you don’t have a verifiable US immigration experience do not apply)

A growing U.S. and UK immigration law firm with a strong business immigration focus is seeking an experienced Immigration Paralegal / Foreign Qualified Lawyer based in the Philippines to support our international legal team.
This is a serious professional role for a highly capable legal professional with strong academic credentials, excellent English communication skills, and hands-on experience in U.S. immigration law.

About the Role
The successful candidate will support attorneys with a range of U.S. and UK immigration matters, including:
• Preparing immigration applications, petitions, and supporting documentation
• Drafting immigration forms, cover letters, and client correspondence
• Preparing and organising supporting evidence bundles
• Conducting legal research
• Reviewing client documentation for completeness, consistency, and accuracy
• Drafting client questionnaires, document requests, and case checklists
• Assisting attorneys with case preparation and matter progression
• Communicating professionally with clients by email and video call
• Supporting client intake, follow-up, and consultation scheduling where needed

Required Qualifications
Essential requirements:
• Law degree with First Class Honours (or equivalent top academic standing)
• Bar admitted / licensed lawyer in the Philippines.
• Minimum 2+ years’ hands-on experience in U.S. immigration law
• Strong experience preparing U.S. immigration applications
• Excellent spoken and written English
• Professional and polished communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage deadlines independently
• Comfortable working remotely
• Reliable high-speed internet
• Quiet professional home working environment

Preferred Experience
Experience in one or more of the following is highly desirable:
• E-2 Investor Visas
• O-1 Visas
• Employment-based U.S. immigration (L1, EB2 NIW and PERM)
• Family-based U.S. immigration
• USCIS petition preparation and filings
• U.S. consular processing
• DS-160 and DS-260 preparation
• UK immigration applications (advantageous but not essential)
• Legal client intake and consultation support

Compensation
USD $1,000 – $2,000 per month (Dependent on Experience)
(Approx. PHP 61,400 – PHP 122,900)

What We Offer
• Paid holidays (hybrid U.S. / Philippines holiday structure)
• Floating leave days
• Quality-based performance bonus
• 6-month loyalty bonus
• Exposure to both U.S. and UK immigration practice
• Long-term international career growth opportunities
• Potential opportunity to visit our Los Angeles and/or UK office (subject to performance and business needs)
• Fully remote international legal team environment

Application Instructions
To apply, please submit:
1. CV / Resume
2. Short cover letter
3. Summary of your U.S. immigration law experience
4. Notice period / earliest available start date

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide:
• A 2–3 minute video introduction in English

Important
This is a remote position within our international legal team, working under attorney supervision in support of U.S. and UK immigration matters. It is not an independent legal practice role.

To Apply: ----------
No Agencies , No phone calls

Benefits:
• Opportunities for promotion
• Pay raise
• Work from home

Work Location: Remote

SKILL REQUIREMENT

Legal Services Case Management Paralegal

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Rumesh Hopkins

Immigration Paralegal / Foreign Qualified Lawyer (Remote – Philippines) U.S. & UK Immigration Law Firm

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TYPE OF WORK

SALARY

HOURS PER WEEK

DATE UPDATED

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