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Legal Support Specialist roles in the U.S. qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when the position requires a relevant bachelor's degree and meets the specialty occupation standard. The E-3 has no lottery and renews every two years, making it a stable long-term option for Australian professionals in legal services.
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Headquartered in Plano, Texas, Samsung Electronics America, Inc. (SEA), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Corporation is a leader in mobile technologies, consumer electronics, home appliances, and enterprise solutions. From our humble beginnings to our position today as a tech leader, our passion for innovation has been the common thread throughout our history. We’ve grown into one of THE most recognized global brands. We consider ourselves “relentless pioneers” that push boundaries and defy barriers. The company pushes beyond the limits of today’s technology to provide groundbreaking connected experiences across its large portfolio of products and services, including mobile devices, home appliances, home entertainment, 5G networks, and digital displays. As EPA’s ENERGY STAR® Corporate Commitment Partner, SEA is dedicated to making a positive impact on the environment through its eco-conscious products, practices, and operations.
People | Excellence | Change | Integrity | Co-prosperity
Role and Responsibilities
Senior Legal Counsel will be based in Plano, TX, and provide legal counseling and investigation support to all Samsung Electronics America (SEA) and North America Headquarters (NAHQ) divisions on areas of employment and labor law compliance, including equal opportunity laws, leave and accommodation laws, wage and hour laws, pay equity, labor law, benefits law, and internal policy development and training. This position will also handle threatened litigation and negotiation with opposing counsel; agency administrative charges of discrimination; and supervision of litigation and arbitrations.
Responsibilities:
- Investigate, respond to and mediate agency matters (EEOC, state divisions of civil rights, Department of Labor). Investigate, respond to and negotiate pre-litigation claims. Handle employee litigation and arbitrations.
- Review and revise offer letters, agreements and incentive plans.
- Provide counseling to Human Resources and subsidiaries/affiliates on employee performance training, improvement, discipline and terminations.
- Provide counseling regarding wage and hour exemptions and compliance with FLSA and comparable state and local laws.
- Provide counseling regarding employee accommodations and obligations under disability laws.
- Provide counseling regarding FMLA compliance, leaves of absence and paid sick leave.
- Provide counseling on benefits and pay equity laws and reviews.
- Provide counseling on post-termination contractual obligations (non-competition, non-solicitation and confidentiality obligations).
Skills and Qualifications
Required skills:
- Juris Doctorate degree from accredited US Law School with 7-10+ years of experience.
- Member in good standing of one US state bar, and ability to become member in good standing of the Texas bar or qualify as in-house counsel in Texas. Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience appearing before state and federal agencies on employment matters.
- Experience counseling employers on an array of employment and labor related matters.
- Demonstrated effectiveness with multiple stakeholders and diverse constituencies.
- Team player with the ability to proactively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Executive presence combined with strong interpersonal and organizational skills and a demonstrated ability to proactively provide sound legal support and exercise good judgment in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
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Life @ Samsung - https://www.samsung.com/us/careers/life-at-samsung/
Benefits @ Samsung - https://www.samsung.com/us/careers/benefits/
Regular full-time employees (salaried or hourly) have access to benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k), Employee Purchase Program, Tuition Assistance (after 6 months), Paid Time Off, Student Loan Program (after 6 months), Wellness Incentives, and many more. In addition, regular full-time employees (salaried or hourly) are eligible for MBO bonus compensation, based on company, division, and individual performance.
At Samsung, we believe that innovation and growth are driven by an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce. We aim to create a global team where everyone belongs and has equal opportunities, inspiring our talent to be their true selves. Together, we are building a better tomorrow for our customers, partners, and communities.
Samsung Electronics America, Inc. and its subsidiaries are committed to employing a diverse workforce, and provide Equal Employment Opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Reasonable Accommodations for Qualified Individuals with Disabilities During the Application Process
Samsung Electronics America is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application process. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application process, please contact our Reasonable Accommodation Team (855-557-3247) or SEA_Accommodations_Ext@sea.samsung.com for assistance. This number is for accommodation requests only and is not intended for general employment inquiries.
Position Summary
Headquartered in Plano, Texas, Samsung Electronics America, Inc. (SEA), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Corporation is a leader in mobile technologies, consumer electronics, home appliances, and enterprise solutions. From our humble beginnings to our position today as a tech leader, our passion for innovation has been the common thread throughout our history. We’ve grown into one of THE most recognized global brands. We consider ourselves “relentless pioneers” that push boundaries and defy barriers. The company pushes beyond the limits of today’s technology to provide groundbreaking connected experiences across its large portfolio of products and services, including mobile devices, home appliances, home entertainment, 5G networks, and digital displays. As EPA’s ENERGY STAR® Corporate Commitment Partner, SEA is dedicated to making a positive impact on the environment through its eco-conscious products, practices, and operations.
People | Excellence | Change | Integrity | Co-prosperity
Role and Responsibilities
Senior Legal Counsel will be based in Plano, TX, and provide legal counseling and investigation support to all Samsung Electronics America (SEA) and North America Headquarters (NAHQ) divisions on areas of employment and labor law compliance, including equal opportunity laws, leave and accommodation laws, wage and hour laws, pay equity, labor law, benefits law, and internal policy development and training. This position will also handle threatened litigation and negotiation with opposing counsel; agency administrative charges of discrimination; and supervision of litigation and arbitrations.
Responsibilities:
- Investigate, respond to and mediate agency matters (EEOC, state divisions of civil rights, Department of Labor). Investigate, respond to and negotiate pre-litigation claims. Handle employee litigation and arbitrations.
- Review and revise offer letters, agreements and incentive plans.
- Provide counseling to Human Resources and subsidiaries/affiliates on employee performance training, improvement, discipline and terminations.
- Provide counseling regarding wage and hour exemptions and compliance with FLSA and comparable state and local laws.
- Provide counseling regarding employee accommodations and obligations under disability laws.
- Provide counseling regarding FMLA compliance, leaves of absence and paid sick leave.
- Provide counseling on benefits and pay equity laws and reviews.
- Provide counseling on post-termination contractual obligations (non-competition, non-solicitation and confidentiality obligations).
Skills and Qualifications
Required skills:
- Juris Doctorate degree from accredited US Law School with 7-10+ years of experience.
- Member in good standing of one US state bar, and ability to become member in good standing of the Texas bar or qualify as in-house counsel in Texas. Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience appearing before state and federal agencies on employment matters.
- Experience counseling employers on an array of employment and labor related matters.
- Demonstrated effectiveness with multiple stakeholders and diverse constituencies.
- Team player with the ability to proactively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Executive presence combined with strong interpersonal and organizational skills and a demonstrated ability to proactively provide sound legal support and exercise good judgment in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
LI-RL2
Life @ Samsung - https://www.samsung.com/us/careers/life-at-samsung/
Benefits @ Samsung - https://www.samsung.com/us/careers/benefits/
Regular full-time employees (salaried or hourly) have access to benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k), Employee Purchase Program, Tuition Assistance (after 6 months), Paid Time Off, Student Loan Program (after 6 months), Wellness Incentives, and many more. In addition, regular full-time employees (salaried or hourly) are eligible for MBO bonus compensation, based on company, division, and individual performance.
At Samsung, we believe that innovation and growth are driven by an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce. We aim to create a global team where everyone belongs and has equal opportunities, inspiring our talent to be their true selves. Together, we are building a better tomorrow for our customers, partners, and communities.
Samsung Electronics America, Inc. and its subsidiaries are committed to employing a diverse workforce, and provide Equal Employment Opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Reasonable Accommodations for Qualified Individuals with Disabilities During the Application Process
Samsung Electronics America is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application process. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application process, please contact our Reasonable Accommodation Team (855-557-3247) or SEA_Accommodations_Ext@sea.samsung.com for assistance. This number is for accommodation requests only and is not intended for general employment inquiries.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Legal Support Specialist
Align your degree to the role
Consular officers assess whether your qualification directly supports the Legal Support Specialist position. A degree in law, legal studies, or paralegal studies strengthens your case more than a general business degree, even if your work history is strong.
Request an explicit specialty occupation statement
Ask your prospective employer to document why the Legal Support Specialist role requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Without this written justification in the LCA and support letter, officers can deny the application on specialty occupation grounds.
Target law firms with active LCA filing history
U.S. law firms, corporate legal departments, and litigation support companies file LCAs regularly. Search the DOL's Office of Foreign Labor Certification disclosure data to identify employers who have sponsored similar roles before approaching them about E-3 visa sponsorship.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for post-offer paperwork
Once you have a signed offer, the LCA and DS-160 preparation can stall without experienced guidance. Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service manages the entire process from offer to consulate appointment, so your start date doesn't slip.
Clarify your duties before the interview
Consular officers sometimes question whether legal support work is truly specialty-occupation-level. Prepare to explain how your specific duties, such as legal research, contract review, or litigation preparation, go beyond clerical tasks and require your degree-level training.
Avoid mismatched job titles in your LCA
DOL requires the LCA job title to reflect prevailing wage data accurately. If your employer lists a generic title that doesn't match your actual legal support duties, USCIS or a consular officer may flag the inconsistency during adjudication.
E-3 Visa Legal Support Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Legal Support Specialist jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for U.S. roles that support E-3 sponsorship. Standard job boards rarely filter by visa type, so you can spend weeks applying to employers who won't sponsor at all. Migrate Mate surfaces Legal Support Specialist positions at employers with a demonstrated history of sponsoring Australian workers on the E-3.
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 a Legal Support Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
It can, but the classification isn't automatic. The role must normally require a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field like legal studies, paralegal studies, or law. If the employer's job description accepts any bachelor's degree regardless of field, a consular officer may determine it doesn't meet the specialty occupation threshold and deny the application.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Legal Support Specialist roles in the U.S.?
The E-3 has a significant practical advantage: there's no lottery. H-1B visa selection is random and capped at 85,000 per year, meaning many qualified applicants never get a slot. The E-3 has a 10,500 annual cap that has never been reached, so if your application is complete and your role qualifies, approval depends on merit, not a random draw.
Can I change employers after my E-3 is approved as a Legal Support Specialist?
Yes, but you need to restart the process with your new employer. The E-3 is employer-specific, so your current visa doesn't transfer. Your new employer must file a fresh LCA with the DOL and you'll need a new visa stamp before starting. There's no portability rule equivalent to the H-1B's AC21 provision for E-3 holders.