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Get Access To All JobsJob no: 500878
Work type: Staff - Full-Time
Location: Health Science Campus Support Toledo, OH
Categories: Full-Time, None, Legal
Title: Legal Assistant, HSC
Department Org: Office Of Legal Affairs - 104890
Employee Classification: U1 - Unclassified PSA FT
Bargaining Unit: Professional Staff Association
Shift: 1
Start Time: 8:15 End Time: 5:00
Job Description:
This role directly supports the Sr. Associate General Counsel, Sr. Associate General Counsel - Healthcare, the Contract Compliance Officer, and the Legal Nurse Specialist performing a variety of duties such as preparing legal documents and correspondence, docketing cases, managing all legal files and providing information and direction to others. This position allows access to and deals with highly confidential information related to litigation, legal issues, strategies, and positions related to the University and its subsidiaries, including labor unions of The University of Toledo.
Minimum Qualifications:
- A minimum of an associate’s degree in legal studies is required or a combination of applicable experience and education in lieu of higher education.
- Minimum of one year working in a law office/legal environment preferred.
- Experience with healthcare and/or education law strongly preferred.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Must have exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to foster positive working relationships across departments are essential.
- Must be able to navigate complex interpersonal dynamics with tact and professionalism.
- Must be able to solve problems and handle responsibilities under pressure. Ability to act independently, have good judgment and work with minimal supervision. Must be able to handle multiple tasks in an organized manner. Must be proactive in seeking out sources for instruction.
- Must be familiar with a broad range of legal terminology. Knowledge of brief writing and citations.
- Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community. Ability to use diplomacy and discretion in giving out information and in referring and directing callers and visitors.
- Must be able to manage confidential information and communications while maintaining confidentiality and discretion at all times.
- Must have excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe Pro, etc.
- Preferred experience in legal management software.
- Must have ability to create, compose and edit written materials.
Conditions of Employment:
To promote the highest levels of health and well-being, the University of Toledo campuses are tobacco-free. Pre-employment health screening requirements for the University of Toledo Health Science Campus Medical Center will include drug and other required health screenings for the position.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
The University of Toledo is an equal opportunity employer. The University of Toledo does not discriminate in employment, educational programs, or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, disability, familial status, or political affiliation.
The University is dedicated to attracting and retaining the best and brightest talent and fostering a culture of respect.
The University of Toledo provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation to complete this application, or for testing or interviewing, please contact HR Compliance at hrcompliance@utoledo.edu or 419-530-4747 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. or apply online for an accommodation request.
Computer access is available at most public libraries and at the Office of Human Resources located in the Center for Administrative Support on the UToledo Main Campus.
Advertised: 30 Apr 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:
Job no: 500878
Work type: Staff - Full-Time
Location: Health Science Campus Support Toledo, OH
Categories: Full-Time, None, Legal
Title: Legal Assistant, HSC
Department Org: Office Of Legal Affairs - 104890
Employee Classification: U1 - Unclassified PSA FT
Bargaining Unit: Professional Staff Association
Shift: 1
Start Time: 8:15 End Time: 5:00
Job Description:
This role directly supports the Sr. Associate General Counsel, Sr. Associate General Counsel - Healthcare, the Contract Compliance Officer, and the Legal Nurse Specialist performing a variety of duties such as preparing legal documents and correspondence, docketing cases, managing all legal files and providing information and direction to others. This position allows access to and deals with highly confidential information related to litigation, legal issues, strategies, and positions related to the University and its subsidiaries, including labor unions of The University of Toledo.
Minimum Qualifications:
- A minimum of an associate’s degree in legal studies is required or a combination of applicable experience and education in lieu of higher education.
- Minimum of one year working in a law office/legal environment preferred.
- Experience with healthcare and/or education law strongly preferred.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Must have exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to foster positive working relationships across departments are essential.
- Must be able to navigate complex interpersonal dynamics with tact and professionalism.
- Must be able to solve problems and handle responsibilities under pressure. Ability to act independently, have good judgment and work with minimal supervision. Must be able to handle multiple tasks in an organized manner. Must be proactive in seeking out sources for instruction.
- Must be familiar with a broad range of legal terminology. Knowledge of brief writing and citations.
- Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community. Ability to use diplomacy and discretion in giving out information and in referring and directing callers and visitors.
- Must be able to manage confidential information and communications while maintaining confidentiality and discretion at all times.
- Must have excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe Pro, etc.
- Preferred experience in legal management software.
- Must have ability to create, compose and edit written materials.
Conditions of Employment:
To promote the highest levels of health and well-being, the University of Toledo campuses are tobacco-free. Pre-employment health screening requirements for the University of Toledo Health Science Campus Medical Center will include drug and other required health screenings for the position.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
The University of Toledo is an equal opportunity employer. The University of Toledo does not discriminate in employment, educational programs, or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, disability, familial status, or political affiliation.
The University is dedicated to attracting and retaining the best and brightest talent and fostering a culture of respect.
The University of Toledo provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation to complete this application, or for testing or interviewing, please contact HR Compliance at hrcompliance@utoledo.edu or 419-530-4747 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. or apply online for an accommodation request.
Computer access is available at most public libraries and at the Office of Human Resources located in the Center for Administrative Support on the UToledo Main Campus.
Advertised: 30 Apr 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Legal Assistant
Match your credentials to the right EB category
EB-3 covers legal assistants with a bachelor's degree or at least two years of specialized experience. If you hold an advanced degree in law or a related field, document it carefully because it can support an EB-2 filing and reduce your priority date wait.
Target law firms with established PERM pipelines
Large litigation firms, BigLaw offices, and corporate legal departments sponsor foreign legal staff more often than solo practitioners. Check DOL PERM disclosure data to confirm a firm has filed labor certifications before you apply, not after you receive an offer.
Use the OFLC Wage Search before salary negotiations
Your employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for Legal Assistant roles in your specific metro area. Pull the OFLC Wage Search figure yourself so you can verify the offer meets DOL requirements and avoid a PERM audit triggered by a below-threshold salary.
Find green-card-sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Search Legal Assistant roles filtered by EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history on Migrate Mate. The platform surfaces employers whose PERM and I-140 filing records confirm they've navigated the full green card process for this job category before.
Prepare a detailed work-history record early
PERM requires your employer to document that no qualified U.S. worker applied. Your certified translations, foreign degree equivalency letters, and a precise employment chronology should be ready before the recruitment period opens, not assembled after an RFE arrives.
Understand concurrent filing once your I-140 is approved
Once your employer files an approved I-140, you may be eligible to file Form I-485 concurrently if a visa number is available for your country. Confirm your priority date against the monthly USCIS Visa Bulletin before submitting adjustment of status paperwork.
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Find Legal Assistant JobsLegal Assistant Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Legal Assistant jobs typically qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Legal Assistant positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers requiring at least two years of training or a bachelor's degree. EB-2 sponsorship is possible if the role requires an advanced degree and the employer can justify that requirement in the PERM job description. Your specific credentials and the employer's documented minimum requirements determine which category applies.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for Legal Assistants?
Green card sponsorship through EB-3 has no annual lottery and no cap that blocks approval the way the H-1B cap does for most employers. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM labor certification, I-140 approval, and adjustment of status can take two to four years or longer depending on your country of birth. The result is permanent residency rather than a temporary status requiring renewal every few years.
What is the PERM process and how does it affect my Legal Assistant job search?
PERM is the DOL labor certification that proves no qualified U.S. worker was available for your role. Your employer runs a supervised recruitment period, documents results, and files ETA Form 9089 with DOL. The process can take six to twelve months before an I-140 petition is even filed, so targeting employers already familiar with PERM for legal support staff shortens your overall timeline significantly.
How can I find Legal Assistant jobs where employers are ready to sponsor a green card?
Use Migrate Mate to search Legal Assistant openings filtered by employers with confirmed EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history. Many job listings describe themselves as open to sponsorship without specifying whether the employer has ever completed a PERM filing. Migrate Mate surfaces employers whose DOL records show they've successfully navigated the full process for this role category.
Can a foreign credential in law or paralegal studies count toward EB-3 eligibility?
Yes, but the credential must be evaluated by a USCIS-recognized credential evaluation service to establish U.S. equivalency. A three-year foreign law degree may satisfy the bachelor's degree requirement depending on the evaluator's assessment. Your employer's PERM job description must also list the degree as a minimum requirement, not merely preferred, for the certification to hold up to DOL scrutiny.
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