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Ten things to look for in an immigration coordinator

Information technology companies hire non-immigrants from various countries on work visas such as the H1B/L1 visa. New businesses do not have many nonimmigrant employees and it is not worth your time and money to HIRE an Immigration Coordinator as an EMPLOYEE. Therefore, it is profitable for independent contractors to coordinate the immigration process of their employees with the law firm.

Having worked in a law firm and in the immigration department of an information technology company, I am of the opinion that immigration coordinators can play an important role in the smooth running of the business.

Here are the ten things to look for when you have independent consultants to coordinate your immigration functions with the law firm:

  1. Being able to find an attorney/law firm that understands the needs of the employer and employee.
  2. Being able to establish a link between the employee/employer and the law firm.
  3. Explain your ROLE clearly to the employee/employer/attorney verbally and in writing.
  4. Be willing to read newsletters from USCIS, law firms, and listen to conference calls to stay abreast of changes.
  5. Many nonimmigrants are technical professionals and may not be familiar with the immigration process. The Immigration Coordinator must be willing to listen, understand all questions from the employee/employer and present them to the attorney.
  6. Have a good relationship with the lawyer and understand their requirements.
  7. Please respect the employee/employer/attorney’s time and arrange a conference call to address all employer/employee questions.
  8. You must follow up closely with the employer/employee and ensure that the correct documents are submitted on TIME.
  9. You should also follow up with the law firm for delivery of services on time and also HELP them expedite payments from the employee/employer.
  10. Last but not least, please understand that we are all human beings and go through emotional roller coasters during uncertain times. The Immigration coordinator must be able to empathize with the employer/employee’s situation and be willing to share success stories that increase her confidence. At the same time, the Immigration Coordinator must be willing to appreciate the challenges paralegals/attorneys face and work as a team.

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