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Real estate attorney roles at U.S. law firms and corporate legal departments qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process. Your employer files the I-140 immigrant petition after DOL certifies the job, placing you on a path to permanent residency rather than a renewable visa cycle.
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As a Real Estate Attorney, you will help drive AutoZone’s growth by negotiating, drafting, and advising on all aspects of commercial leases, purchase agreements, and related real estate documents. You will take ownership of the process from site approval to store opening, ensuring smooth project scheduling and successful closings. Collaborate with Escrow Specialists to address due diligence, resolve title issues, and maintain integrity in every transaction. In addition, provide legal support for land use matters across departments, staying at the forefront of commercial real estate law to update company policies and practices.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Contract Negotiation & Drafting: Negotiate, draft, and provide legal guidance on a variety of real estate contracts related to commercial purchases and leases, owning the process from site approval through store opening.
- Closing & Title Coordination: Partner with the Commercial Escrow Specialist to manage due diligence, resolve title issues, and ensure a smooth and accurate closing process.
- Land Use Support: Handle land use matters in collaboration with the Property Management, Excess Property, and Permitting teams to help move projects forward efficiently.
- Legal Compliance & Policy Updates: Stay current on developments in commercial real estate law and assist in updating company policies, practices, and legal forms to ensure compliance and consistency.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- You hold a Doctorate Degree (Ph.D., Ed.D., JD).
- You have a minimum of 7 years of law experience, with a minimum of 4 years of experience in Commercial Real Estate and Contracts in Retail.
- You're a licensed attorney and an active member of a state bar, ready to apply your legal expertise in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Since opening our first store in 1979, AutoZone has grown into a leading retailer and distributor of automotive parts and accessories across the Americas. Our customer-first mindset and commitment to Going the Extra Mile define who we are, for both our customers and AutoZoners. Working at AutoZone means being part of a team that values dedication, teamwork, and growth. Whether you're helping customers or building your career, we provide tools and support to help you succeed and drive your future.
BENEFITS AT AUTOZONE
AutoZone offers thoughtful benefits programs with one-on-one benefits guidance designed to improve AutoZoners’ physical, mental and financial well-being.
All AutoZoners (Full-Time and Part-Time):
- Competitive pay
- Unrivaled company culture
- Medical, dental and vision plans
- Exclusive discounts and perks, including an AutoZone in-store discount
- 401(k) with company match and Stock Purchase Plan
- AutoZoners Living Well Program for free mental health support
- Opportunities for career growth
Additional Benefits for Full-Time AutoZoners:
- Paid time off
- Life, and short- and long-term disability insurance options
- Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts with wellness rewards
- Tuition reimbursement
Minimum age requirements may apply. Eligibility and waiting period requirements may apply; benefits for AutoZoners in Puerto Rico, Hawaii, or the U.S. Virgin Islands may differ. Learn more about all that AutoZone has to offer at Careers.AutoZone.com.
We proudly support Veterans, Active-duty Service Members, Reservists, National Guard and Military Families. Your experience is highly valued, and we encourage you to apply to join our team.
ONLINE APPLICATION
An online application is required. Click the Apply button to complete your application. For step-by-step instructions on how to apply visit careers.autozone.com/candidateresources.
AutoZone, and its subsidiary, ALLDATA are equal opportunity employers. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other legally protected categories.
INTRODUCTION
As a Real Estate Attorney, you will help drive AutoZone’s growth by negotiating, drafting, and advising on all aspects of commercial leases, purchase agreements, and related real estate documents. You will take ownership of the process from site approval to store opening, ensuring smooth project scheduling and successful closings. Collaborate with Escrow Specialists to address due diligence, resolve title issues, and maintain integrity in every transaction. In addition, provide legal support for land use matters across departments, staying at the forefront of commercial real estate law to update company policies and practices.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Contract Negotiation & Drafting: Negotiate, draft, and provide legal guidance on a variety of real estate contracts related to commercial purchases and leases, owning the process from site approval through store opening.
- Closing & Title Coordination: Partner with the Commercial Escrow Specialist to manage due diligence, resolve title issues, and ensure a smooth and accurate closing process.
- Land Use Support: Handle land use matters in collaboration with the Property Management, Excess Property, and Permitting teams to help move projects forward efficiently.
- Legal Compliance & Policy Updates: Stay current on developments in commercial real estate law and assist in updating company policies, practices, and legal forms to ensure compliance and consistency.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- You hold a Doctorate Degree (Ph.D., Ed.D., JD).
- You have a minimum of 7 years of law experience, with a minimum of 4 years of experience in Commercial Real Estate and Contracts in Retail.
- You're a licensed attorney and an active member of a state bar, ready to apply your legal expertise in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Since opening our first store in 1979, AutoZone has grown into a leading retailer and distributor of automotive parts and accessories across the Americas. Our customer-first mindset and commitment to Going the Extra Mile define who we are, for both our customers and AutoZoners. Working at AutoZone means being part of a team that values dedication, teamwork, and growth. Whether you're helping customers or building your career, we provide tools and support to help you succeed and drive your future.
BENEFITS AT AUTOZONE
AutoZone offers thoughtful benefits programs with one-on-one benefits guidance designed to improve AutoZoners’ physical, mental and financial well-being.
All AutoZoners (Full-Time and Part-Time):
- Competitive pay
- Unrivaled company culture
- Medical, dental and vision plans
- Exclusive discounts and perks, including an AutoZone in-store discount
- 401(k) with company match and Stock Purchase Plan
- AutoZoners Living Well Program for free mental health support
- Opportunities for career growth
Additional Benefits for Full-Time AutoZoners:
- Paid time off
- Life, and short- and long-term disability insurance options
- Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts with wellness rewards
- Tuition reimbursement
Minimum age requirements may apply. Eligibility and waiting period requirements may apply; benefits for AutoZoners in Puerto Rico, Hawaii, or the U.S. Virgin Islands may differ. Learn more about all that AutoZone has to offer at Careers.AutoZone.com.
We proudly support Veterans, Active-duty Service Members, Reservists, National Guard and Military Families. Your experience is highly valued, and we encourage you to apply to join our team.
ONLINE APPLICATION
An online application is required. Click the Apply button to complete your application. For step-by-step instructions on how to apply visit careers.autozone.com/candidateresources.
AutoZone, and its subsidiary, ALLDATA are equal opportunity employers. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other legally protected categories.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Real Estate Attorney
Verify your degree meets EB classification
EB-2 requires a U.S. equivalent master's degree or higher, or a bachelor's plus five years of progressive experience. A foreign law degree evaluated as a J.D. equivalent can support EB-2 classification, so get a credential evaluation early.
Target law firms with PERM filing history
Large law firms and real estate investment trusts regularly sponsor attorneys through PERM. Search for employers who have filed LCAs for attorney roles in your target market, filtering by job title and state in the DOL's OFLC data.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers
Filter real estate attorney roles by green card sponsorship history directly on Migrate Mate. You'll see which firms have filed PERM applications for attorneys, so you're targeting employers who have already committed to the process.
Check prevailing wage before salary negotiations
DOL sets the minimum wage your employer must pay under PERM using the OFLC Wage Search. Your offered salary must meet the prevailing wage for your specific SOC code and metro area, and negotiating below that floor can invalidate the labor certification.
Ask employers about their PERM recruitment timeline
PERM requires your employer to complete a documented recruitment process before filing. Confirm they understand this can take six to twelve months before the I-140 stage, so you're joining a firm prepared for the full commitment.
Understand bar admission requirements for your sponsoring state
PERM job requirements must reflect what the employer genuinely needs. If state bar admission is listed as a requirement, USCIS and DOL will expect you to hold it before or at the time the green card is approved, not just after.
Green Card Real Estate Attorney: Frequently Asked Questions
Do real estate attorney roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Real estate attorney positions typically qualify under EB-2 if the role requires a J.D. or equivalent advanced degree, which most attorney jobs do. EB-3 applies when the position is classified as a skilled worker or professional. Because a J.D. is the standard minimum requirement for attorney roles, many sponsoring employers file under EB-2, giving candidates with advanced credentials a direct path to permanent residency.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for attorneys?
H-1B visa sponsorship is temporary and subject to an annual lottery, which means your authorization can end or be disrupted. PERM-based green card sponsorship leads to permanent residency with no annual cap concerns at the EB-3 level for most countries outside India and China. The PERM process takes longer upfront, often 18 to 36 months from filing to approval, but the outcome is lawful permanent resident status rather than a visa you must continuously renew.
What does the PERM labor certification process involve for a real estate attorney role?
Your employer must conduct a DOL-supervised recruitment process to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available for the position. This includes posting the job through specific channels, documenting all applicants, and filing the ETA Form 9089 with DOL. Once DOL certifies the application, your employer files the I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. The entire process from recruitment to I-140 approval commonly takes one to two years.
How can I find real estate attorney jobs where the employer will sponsor a green card?
Search for employers with documented PERM filing history for attorney roles. Migrate Mate lets you filter real estate attorney positions by green card sponsorship history, showing you firms that have already gone through the PERM process for similar roles. Targeting employers with a track record removes the uncertainty of asking a firm to commit to a process they've never completed.
Can a foreign-trained lawyer qualify for green card sponsorship as a real estate attorney?
Yes, if your foreign law degree is evaluated as equivalent to a U.S. J.D. or master's degree by a credential evaluation service. The employer lists the degree requirement in the PERM application, and USCIS reviews equivalency at the I-140 stage. State bar admission is separate and determined by individual state rules, but the PERM and I-140 process can proceed while you pursue bar reciprocity or sit for the bar exam.