at SWLGPC
Looking for a Japanese Bilingual Office Assistant for U.S. immigration law firm in Tokyo Japan
This full-time positionis a great opportunity for someone interested in learning U.S. Immigration law and working in a small, collegial environment. We are seeking a well organized, detailed oriented person with good computer, communication and writing skills, and the ability to work independently and in an office environment. BILINGUAL JAPANESE AND ENGLISH ABILITY IS REQUIRED.
You : Self-starting, easy to work with, independent thinker, and with the highest work ethic. Likes to learn and can quickly digest new information. Can handle and effectively work simultaneously with a high-volume case load. Communicates effectively with clients and colleagues in English and Japanese. Organized and has good attention to detail. An articulate and creative writer. Qualified candidate will have experience in the following:
- organizing files, copying, file creation, tracking and organizing documents;
- preparing documents and mailings, basic guided research, database management;
- regular communication with clients;
- administrative duties including copying and scanning documents, quickbooks invoice reconciliation and follow up on accounts receivables and billing, ordering supplies and other related office duties;
- drafting cover letters and support letters, preparing immigration forms for filing.
SWLG : A small boutique, immigration law firm in Tokyo Japan that specializes in representation of corporate Japanese clients in business immigration matters, as well as individual clients in family immigration matters. Offers a collegial, work environment, encouraging independence in your case load (we don’t micromanage). Flexible hours and some, limited remote work possible after sufficient period of in-person training. Embraces new technologies and ideas. Caters lunch for everyone!
Previous experience at a law firm is preferred but not required. We are open to hiring and training a candidate without experience depending on their qualifications and “fit” with our firm. Pay is negotiable on a case-by-case basis depending on qualification and experience. Cover letter, resume, writing sample and references REQUIRED
To apply: Please send cover letter, resume, writing sample, and references to [email protected]
Navigating the Modern Corporate and Investment Immigration Landscape: Critical Takeaways from the 2026 AILA Annual Conference
The U.S. corporate and investment immigration landscape is undergoing its most profound shift in a generation. Fresh off the floor from the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) Annual Conference in San Diego last week, the operational reality on the ground...
Can You Travel to the United States Without a Visa After a Non-Prosecution Disposition In Japan?
Can You Travel to the United States Without a Visa After a Non-Prosecution Disposition In Japan? A Comprehensive Legal Guide Many individuals with a prior arrest record still need to travel to the United States for business trips or personal travel. As a result, we...
The Elevation of Discretion: Analyzing USCIS’s New High Bar for Adjustment of Status An In-Depth Briefing on Policy Memorandum PM-620-1099 & Client Defense Strategies
On May 22, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) issued Policy Memorandum (PM) PM-620-1099, introducing a paradigm-shifting standard for evaluating Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status. The memorandum characterizes...
DOL Proposes Major Increase to Prevailing Wage Levels for H-1B and PERM Programs
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has released a proposed rule that could significantly reshape wage requirements for employers hiring foreign professionals. If implemented, the rule would directly affect H-1B, H-1B1, E-3 nonimmigrant programs, as well as the PERM...
April 2026 Visa Bulletin Shows Broad Forward Movement in Employment-Based Categories; USCIS Will Accept Adjustment Filings Based on Dates for Filing
The U.S. Department of State’s April 2026 Visa Bulletin continues recent forward movement across employment-based immigrant categories. USCIS has confirmed it will accept employment-based adjustment of status (AOS) applications in April based on the Dates for Filing...