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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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We are seeking to hire a Legal Support Specialist to support the NY office. The Legal Support Specialist will play a vital role in supporting attorneys and legal professionals in their day-to-day tasks. They will also work closely with the paralegals and Legal Practice Coordinators as it pertains to preparing documents, conducting research, and assisting with administrative duties. The Legal Support Specialist role will be expected to bill for client billable work as directed.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Preparing expense reports, check requests, new business memos, prepare engagement letters, mailing and binders, diary entry, editing pre-bills, maintaining electronic files, assisting with travel arrangements and scheduling meetings
- Assisting the attorneys with document production, compiling documents, preparing binders, appendices; quality checking to ensure materials are collated properly
- Cite-checking, ability to download records from Westlaw, Lexis, PACER and NYSCEF as directed
- Organizing physical and electronic files, creating hyperlinks, electronic filings and other duties as may be assigned
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
The successful candidate must have a strong interest in the legal profession. The candidate must be proficient in MS Office, Excel and Power Point. The candidate will have strong administrative and interpersonal skills; ability to handle a high volume desk with extreme accuracy and meticulous attention to detail; strong proofreading and solid computer skills are essential. The successful candidate will be a positive self-starter, possess a strong work ethic and professional demeanor, demonstrate initiative and can successfully multi-task and prioritize to handle the workload at a very fast pace. The current requirement is a minimum of 3 days in the office, remote 2 days with the understanding that this schedule may change as business needs require. Overtime flexibility is required. Candidate must be a team player and have the ability to adapt to changing technologies and procedures. BA/BS degree required. Notary Public, a plus.
COMPENSATION
New York Pay range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on skillset and experience, is $60,000-$65,000.
Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please contact us at PillsburyWorkday@pillsburylaw.com.
INTRODUCTION
We are seeking to hire a Legal Support Specialist to support the NY office. The Legal Support Specialist will play a vital role in supporting attorneys and legal professionals in their day-to-day tasks. They will also work closely with the paralegals and Legal Practice Coordinators as it pertains to preparing documents, conducting research, and assisting with administrative duties. The Legal Support Specialist role will be expected to bill for client billable work as directed.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Preparing expense reports, check requests, new business memos, prepare engagement letters, mailing and binders, diary entry, editing pre-bills, maintaining electronic files, assisting with travel arrangements and scheduling meetings
- Assisting the attorneys with document production, compiling documents, preparing binders, appendices; quality checking to ensure materials are collated properly
- Cite-checking, ability to download records from Westlaw, Lexis, PACER and NYSCEF as directed
- Organizing physical and electronic files, creating hyperlinks, electronic filings and other duties as may be assigned
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
The successful candidate must have a strong interest in the legal profession. The candidate must be proficient in MS Office, Excel and Power Point. The candidate will have strong administrative and interpersonal skills; ability to handle a high volume desk with extreme accuracy and meticulous attention to detail; strong proofreading and solid computer skills are essential. The successful candidate will be a positive self-starter, possess a strong work ethic and professional demeanor, demonstrate initiative and can successfully multi-task and prioritize to handle the workload at a very fast pace. The current requirement is a minimum of 3 days in the office, remote 2 days with the understanding that this schedule may change as business needs require. Overtime flexibility is required. Candidate must be a team player and have the ability to adapt to changing technologies and procedures. BA/BS degree required. Notary Public, a plus.
COMPENSATION
New York Pay range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on skillset and experience, is $60,000-$65,000.
Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please contact us at PillsburyWorkday@pillsburylaw.com.
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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 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.
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Find Legal Support Specialist JobsLegal Support Specialist E-3 Visa: 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 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.
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