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Intellectual Property Attorney roles qualify for EB-2 sponsorship when the position requires an advanced law degree and specialized expertise in patents, trademarks, or copyrights. Many law firms and corporations run PERM labor certification for foreign-trained IP attorneys, opening a direct path to permanent residency rather than repeated visa renewals.
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The Disney Corporate Legal Department, Intellectual Property group, is seeking highly qualified candidates for a position as Senior Counsel advising its businesses on copyright, trademark and right of publicity issues.
Disney is one of the most innovative global businesses in any industry today. At Corporate, you’ll work across different lines of business across the Company on issues related to IP development, clearance, acquisition, protection, and management. We work on cutting edge ideas and initiatives with supportive colleagues across the enterprise globally.
The position will primarily involve advising on a range of copyright, right of publicity and trademark issues related to the media industry. The position will provide support and strategic legal advice to business units, such as analyzing complex rights matters, reviewing and drafting IP related language for agreements, analyzing IP issues related to emerging technologies and other strategic business initiatives. The position will collaborate with and escalate issues to more senior IP attorneys.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
- Provide counseling to clients on numerous intellectual property matters, including copyright, trademark, defamation, and right of publicity issues.
- Analyze and advise on complex rights questions.
- Advise on IP aspects of legal agreements.
- Perform trademark clearances; some trademark prosecution; supervision and work with in-house IP paralegal staff and outside counsel in multiple countries.
- Consultation regarding legal developments in multiple countries on trademark and copyright issues.
- Analyze and resolve intellectual property claims.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:
- Minimum of 5 years of IP experience (transactional or litigation) with a law firm and/or in-house department
- Experience handling copyright, trademark, defamation and right of publicity issues.
- Knowledge of First Amendment and fair use issues as related to intellectual property law.
- Familiarity with social media and other content applications and platforms.
- Experience working with and managing paralegals.
- Experience giving presentations and public speaking. This position involves educating business units on intellectual property topics from time to time.
- Demonstrated ability to evaluate risk; exercise sound legal judgment; and advise business executives and other attorneys on IP issues.
- Ability to work independently and with supervision from senior attorney(s).
- Ability to prioritize, multi-task and work quickly, efficiently, and collaboratively under multiple, high-priority deadlines.
- A collegial and collaborative lawyer who is committed to delivering outstanding results for his or her clients and The Walt Disney Company while building a positive working environment with clients and colleagues.
- Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate complex concepts and practical issues effectively with all levels of management, as well as a knack for smooth client relationships and diplomatic, creative resolution of conflicting needs.
- Excellent work ethic and interpersonal skills, including a healthy sense of humor and the ability to build professional, interdepartmental relationships at multiple levels.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:
- Experience at a major law firm and/or in-house experience at a major multi-national Company.
- Experience representing a major consumer brand or entertainment IP owner in production clearance matters and claims.
- Adaptability to changes in workflow and intellectual property related support systems and technology is critical.
- Technology-forward attorney.
Education:
- JD or equivalent
- Strong academic credentials
- Admission to California State Bar in good standing or willingness and qualification to be Registered In-House Counsel
COMPENSATION
- The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $177,100 to $229,100 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
This position is with Disney Worldwide Services, Inc., which is part of a business we call The Walt Disney Company (Corporate).
Disney Worldwide Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.
DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION FOR EMPLOYMENT APPLICATIONS
The Walt Disney Company and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and welcome all job seekers including individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or apply for a position, visit the Disney candidate disability accommodations FAQs. We will only respond to those requests that are related to the accessibility of the online application system due to a disability.
INTRODUCTION
The Disney Corporate Legal Department, Intellectual Property group, is seeking highly qualified candidates for a position as Senior Counsel advising its businesses on copyright, trademark and right of publicity issues.
Disney is one of the most innovative global businesses in any industry today. At Corporate, you’ll work across different lines of business across the Company on issues related to IP development, clearance, acquisition, protection, and management. We work on cutting edge ideas and initiatives with supportive colleagues across the enterprise globally.
The position will primarily involve advising on a range of copyright, right of publicity and trademark issues related to the media industry. The position will provide support and strategic legal advice to business units, such as analyzing complex rights matters, reviewing and drafting IP related language for agreements, analyzing IP issues related to emerging technologies and other strategic business initiatives. The position will collaborate with and escalate issues to more senior IP attorneys.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
- Provide counseling to clients on numerous intellectual property matters, including copyright, trademark, defamation, and right of publicity issues.
- Analyze and advise on complex rights questions.
- Advise on IP aspects of legal agreements.
- Perform trademark clearances; some trademark prosecution; supervision and work with in-house IP paralegal staff and outside counsel in multiple countries.
- Consultation regarding legal developments in multiple countries on trademark and copyright issues.
- Analyze and resolve intellectual property claims.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:
- Minimum of 5 years of IP experience (transactional or litigation) with a law firm and/or in-house department
- Experience handling copyright, trademark, defamation and right of publicity issues.
- Knowledge of First Amendment and fair use issues as related to intellectual property law.
- Familiarity with social media and other content applications and platforms.
- Experience working with and managing paralegals.
- Experience giving presentations and public speaking. This position involves educating business units on intellectual property topics from time to time.
- Demonstrated ability to evaluate risk; exercise sound legal judgment; and advise business executives and other attorneys on IP issues.
- Ability to work independently and with supervision from senior attorney(s).
- Ability to prioritize, multi-task and work quickly, efficiently, and collaboratively under multiple, high-priority deadlines.
- A collegial and collaborative lawyer who is committed to delivering outstanding results for his or her clients and The Walt Disney Company while building a positive working environment with clients and colleagues.
- Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate complex concepts and practical issues effectively with all levels of management, as well as a knack for smooth client relationships and diplomatic, creative resolution of conflicting needs.
- Excellent work ethic and interpersonal skills, including a healthy sense of humor and the ability to build professional, interdepartmental relationships at multiple levels.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:
- Experience at a major law firm and/or in-house experience at a major multi-national Company.
- Experience representing a major consumer brand or entertainment IP owner in production clearance matters and claims.
- Adaptability to changes in workflow and intellectual property related support systems and technology is critical.
- Technology-forward attorney.
Education:
- JD or equivalent
- Strong academic credentials
- Admission to California State Bar in good standing or willingness and qualification to be Registered In-House Counsel
COMPENSATION
- The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $177,100 to $229,100 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
This position is with Disney Worldwide Services, Inc., which is part of a business we call The Walt Disney Company (Corporate).
Disney Worldwide Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.
DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION FOR EMPLOYMENT APPLICATIONS
The Walt Disney Company and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and welcome all job seekers including individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or apply for a position, visit the Disney candidate disability accommodations FAQs. We will only respond to those requests that are related to the accessibility of the online application system due to a disability.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an Intellectual Property Attorney
Match your bar admission to PERM requirements
PERM job requirements must reflect what the employer genuinely needs, not what's tailored to you. Confirm your foreign law degree and any U.S. bar admission or LL.M. credentials align with the minimum requirements the employer will certify to DOL.
Target in-house legal teams at tech companies
Large technology and pharmaceutical companies with active patent portfolios file PERM more routinely than general-practice law firms. Roles titled Patent Counsel, IP Litigation Attorney, or Trademark Attorney at these employers often come with established sponsorship workflows already in place.
Check prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location. Look up the current rate using the OFLC Wage Search before negotiations so you know whether an offered salary will clear the wage certification threshold your employer must meet.
Understand EB-2 versus EB-3 classification for your role
If the position requires a Juris Doctor plus a specialized LL.M. or significant IP expertise, your employer may file under EB-2. Roles requiring only a J.D. typically qualify under EB-3. The classification affects your priority date and, for many nationalities, your wait time.
Use Migrate Mate to find employers with green card history
Searching for IP Attorney roles broadly won't surface which employers actually sponsor green cards. Migrate Mate filters jobs by PERM and I-140 filing history, so you target law firms and corporations that have completed the process for this specific occupation before.
Ask about concurrent filing eligibility during offer stage
If your priority date is current, USCIS permits concurrent filing of the I-140 and I-485, cutting months off your wait. Raise this with your prospective employer's immigration counsel before signing an offer so the petition strategy is built into the timeline from day one.
Green Card Intellectual Property Attorney: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Intellectual Property Attorney roles typically qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Most IP Attorney positions qualify for EB-2 when the employer requires an advanced degree such as a J.D. plus an LL.M. in intellectual property or equivalent specialized experience. Roles requiring only a J.D. generally fall under EB-3. Your classification depends on how the employer drafts the PERM job requirements, so it's worth reviewing that language carefully before the labor certification is filed.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa sponsorship is temporary, capped annually, and subject to a lottery for most applicants. PERM-based green card sponsorship has no annual cap at the petition level and leads to permanent residency rather than a status you must renew. The trade-off is timeline: PERM labor certification alone can take six to eighteen months before the I-140 is even filed, whereas H-1B approval can happen within months. For IP attorneys from countries without significant visa backlogs, EB-3 often resolves faster than people expect.
Can a foreign-trained attorney without U.S. bar admission get PERM sponsorship?
Yes, but the PERM job requirements must legitimately match your qualifications. If the employer genuinely requires only a foreign law degree and IP expertise for the role, DOL can certify that. Problems arise when employers retroactively add U.S. bar admission as a requirement after the fact. Confirm with the employer that the job duties and minimum requirements accurately reflect your background before the recruitment process begins.
How do I find IP Attorney jobs where the employer has actually sponsored green cards before?
Migrate Mate lets you search Intellectual Property Attorney roles filtered by employers with verified PERM and I-140 filing history. This matters because many job postings don't mention sponsorship, and asking cold in an interview can be awkward. Filtering by sponsorship history upfront means you're only spending time on employers who have completed this process for similar legal roles.
What happens to my green card case if I change employers during the process?
If you change employers before your I-140 is approved, the PERM labor certification generally cannot transfer and your new employer must restart the process. Once your I-140 has been approved for at least 180 days and your I-485 is pending, portability rules under AC21 allow you to change to a same or similar IP Attorney role without losing your priority date. Discuss this threshold with your employer's immigration counsel before making any move.