E-3 Visa Attorney Jobs
Attorney roles in the U.S. qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when the position requires a law degree and active bar admission. The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, making it a practical path for Australian-qualified lawyers pursuing U.S. legal careers. You'll need a qualifying job offer and a certified LCA before your consulate appointment.
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Established in 1991, Collabera has been a leader in IT staffing for over 22 years and is one of the largest diversity IT staffing firms in the industry. As a half a billion dollar IT company, with more than 9,000 professionals across 30+ offices, Collabera offers comprehensive, cost-effective IT staffing & IT Services. We provide services to Fortune 500 and mid-size companies to meet their talent needs with high quality IT resources through Staff Augmentation, Global Talent Management, Value Added Services through CLASS (Competency Leveraged Advanced Staffing & Solutions) Permanent Placement Services and Vendor Management Programs.
Collabera recognizes true potential of human capital and provides people the right opportunities for growth and professional excellence. Collabera offers a full range of benefits to its employees including paid vacations, holidays, personal days, Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, 401K retirement savings plan, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance.
Job Description
WORK FROM HOME
TRADE SECRET LITIGATION - Must have
Position Details:
Job: Attorney Editor
Work location: Remote
Duration: 3+ Months (Possibility of an extension)
Primary Responsibilities:
Litigation Attorney Editor – Trade Secrets (Temporary Contractor Position)
Practical Law is looking for temporary Litigation Attorney Editors with substantial experience in trade secrets litigation. Contractors will work remotely on an hourly basis.
Responsibilities
Practical Law is looking for temporary trade secrets litigation specialist contractors to work on resources for our online services. The specialist contractor will review Westlaw resources related to litigation and trade secrets and provide guidance on organizing those resources in a way that would be helpful to litigators. The contractor will help organize these materials by task (e.g., “filing a complaint”) and consider questions a litigator would need to answer to complete those tasks.
Requirements
Candidates should have at least the following skills and experience:
- At least six years’ recent experience working as a litigator in a law firm or governmental agency, with substantial trade secrets experience.
- Strong knowledge of WestlawNext and the resources available to specialist litigators.
- Enthusiasm and ambition, with a desire to improve the efficiency of legal services.
- A good understanding of the needs and priorities of law firm attorneys, in-house counsel and the legal market in general.
- Strong communication skills, particularly given remote nature of position.
- Strong work ethic and ability to meet deadlines.
Additional Information
Feel free to contact me
Monil Narayan
973-929-3861
Company Description
Established in 1991, Collabera has been a leader in IT staffing for over 22 years and is one of the largest diversity IT staffing firms in the industry. As a half a billion dollar IT company, with more than 9,000 professionals across 30+ offices, Collabera offers comprehensive, cost-effective IT staffing & IT Services. We provide services to Fortune 500 and mid-size companies to meet their talent needs with high quality IT resources through Staff Augmentation, Global Talent Management, Value Added Services through CLASS (Competency Leveraged Advanced Staffing & Solutions) Permanent Placement Services and Vendor Management Programs.
Collabera recognizes true potential of human capital and provides people the right opportunities for growth and professional excellence. Collabera offers a full range of benefits to its employees including paid vacations, holidays, personal days, Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, 401K retirement savings plan, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance.
Job Description
WORK FROM HOME
TRADE SECRET LITIGATION - Must have
Position Details:
Job: Attorney Editor
Work location: Remote
Duration: 3+ Months (Possibility of an extension)
Primary Responsibilities:
Litigation Attorney Editor – Trade Secrets (Temporary Contractor Position)
Practical Law is looking for temporary Litigation Attorney Editors with substantial experience in trade secrets litigation. Contractors will work remotely on an hourly basis.
Responsibilities
Practical Law is looking for temporary trade secrets litigation specialist contractors to work on resources for our online services. The specialist contractor will review Westlaw resources related to litigation and trade secrets and provide guidance on organizing those resources in a way that would be helpful to litigators. The contractor will help organize these materials by task (e.g., “filing a complaint”) and consider questions a litigator would need to answer to complete those tasks.
Requirements
Candidates should have at least the following skills and experience:
- At least six years’ recent experience working as a litigator in a law firm or governmental agency, with substantial trade secrets experience.
- Strong knowledge of WestlawNext and the resources available to specialist litigators.
- Enthusiasm and ambition, with a desire to improve the efficiency of legal services.
- A good understanding of the needs and priorities of law firm attorneys, in-house counsel and the legal market in general.
- Strong communication skills, particularly given remote nature of position.
- Strong work ethic and ability to meet deadlines.
Additional Information
Feel free to contact me
Monil Narayan
973-929-3861
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as an Attorney
Credential your Australian law degree early
U.S. employers need to confirm your Australian LLB or JD meets specialty occupation standards. Request an academic credential evaluation from a NACES-approved body before you start applying so you can attach it to LCA documentation without delays.
Check bar admission requirements by state
Most U.S. law firms require active bar admission in the state where you'll work. Some states allow foreign-trained lawyers to sit the bar directly; others require an LLM first. Confirm your eligibility before targeting firms in a specific market.
Target firms with existing E-3 filing history
Search DOL LCA disclosure data for law firms that have filed E-3 visa Labor Condition Applications. Firms already familiar with the E-3 process move faster and are less likely to confuse it with H-1B lottery requirements during the offer stage.
Position your offer letter around specialty occupation
The LCA and visa application both require the role to qualify as a specialty occupation. Your offer letter should specify that a J.D. or LLB is a minimum requirement for the position, not merely preferred. A vague description can trigger DOL scrutiny during LCA certification.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for the LCA and consulate prep
Attorney E-3 applications involve coordinating the DOL LCA certification, DS-160, and consulate scheduling across tight timelines. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to manage each stage so nothing slips between your offer acceptance and your interview date.
Disclose prior visa history accurately on the DS-160
If you previously held a student or visitor visa, answer DS-160 travel and visa history questions completely. Inconsistencies between your immigration record and your application are one of the most common causes of 221(g) administrative processing delays for attorney applicants.
E-3 Visa Attorney: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Attorney jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Search Migrate Mate to filter Attorney roles by employers with active E-3 sponsorship history. The E-3 has no annual cap, so you're not competing against a lottery deadline. Focus your search on law firms and legal departments that have filed Labor Condition Applications before, since they understand the process and can move quickly after an offer.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does an Attorney role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes. Attorney positions qualify as specialty occupations because they require a minimum of a J.D. or LLB as a condition of employment, not simply as a preference. The DOL's LCA certification and the consular officer's review will both assess whether your offer letter clearly states that a law degree is required for the specific role.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Australian attorneys?
The E-3 is significantly more practical for Australian attorneys than the H-1B. There is no annual lottery, no cap, and the application goes directly to a U.S. consulate in Australia without a USCIS petition in most cases. H-1B requires winning a lottery with roughly a 25% selection rate, then waiting months for USCIS adjudication. E-3 approval can happen within weeks of filing.
Can I change employers or practice areas after entering on an E-3?
You can change employers, but your new employer must file a fresh LCA with the DOL and you'll need a new visa stamp or a change of status if you're already inside the U.S. Changing practice areas within the same firm is generally fine as long as the role still qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring your law degree.