H-1B Visa Associate General Counsel Jobs
Associate General Counsel roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations because they require a Juris Doctor and active bar admission in a directly related legal field. Sponsoring employers file a certified Labor Condition Application with DOL before petitioning USCIS, and H-1B visa status runs up to three years, extendable to six.
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The position is described below. If you want to apply, click the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this page. After you click Apply Now and complete your application, you'll be invited to create a profile, which will let you see your application status and any communications. If you already have a profile with us, you can log in to check status.
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Regular or Temporary:
Regular
Language Fluency: English (Required)
Work Shift:
1st shift (United States of America)
Please review the following job description:
The Truist Legal Department is looking for an experienced litigator to join the litigation team in proactively and strategically managing a wide variety of defensive litigation and pre-litigation disputes, as well as collaborating with the business and other Legal teammates to provide advice and counseling to mitigate legal risk. The litigator will work primarily on Deposit litigation as part of the Consumer Litigation Team.
Position has in office expectations 5 days a week. Role can sit in Atlanta, GA, Charlotte, NC, Winston-Salem, NC or Richmond, VA. This is NOT a remote opportunity.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time.
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Provide significant internal client legal support day to day
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Responsible for assessing legal risk, providing legal advice, and/or assisting in resolving legal problems which may represent potential exposure to the company.
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Keeps abreast of legislation, regulations, and case law developments that affect the company and the banking industry in area of practice.
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May prepare and/or review documents and other instruments, represent the company in transactions, litigation, bankruptcy matters, or alternative dispute resolutions (as applicable), performing legal research and analysis, maintaining files and records
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Identify need for and when necessary, select, engage, and direct outside counsel to undertake specific matters.
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Serve as an individual contributor but may provide ad hoc work direction and supervision to other legal staff regarding support on active cases or projects.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Qualifications:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA accredited law school and licensed to practice law in good standing
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8 years of post-bar experience in a law firm, government, and/or corporate settings.
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Possess superior written and verbal communication skills
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Ability to prioritize matters, utilize time management skills, and move between matters fluidly
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Ability to handle a heavy workload, manage stress effectively and meet critical deadlines
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Able to work autonomously without close supervision
-
Team-oriented mentality and excellent interpersonal skills
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Demonstrated proficiency in basic computer applications, such as Microsoft Office software products
Preferred Qualifications:
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Experience or related training in the financial services industry or a related legal specialty
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Experience in a corporate legal department having successfully held positions of advancing responsibility
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An educational focus on business or finance
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Comfortable working in the entrepreneurial environment of a large, complex corporation
The annual base salary for this position is $155,000 - $190,000. Posted for Virginia area
OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS
Sitting
Occasionally (Less than 25% of the time)
Standing
Occasionally (Less than 25% of the time)
Walking
Occasionally (Less than 25% of the time)
Bending
Occasionally (Less than 25% of the time)
Lifting
Up to 10 lbs.
Visual / Audio / Speaking
Able to access and interpret client information received from the computer and able to hear and speak with individuals in person and on the phone.
Manual Dexterity / Keyboarding
Able to work standard office equipment, including PC keyboard and mouse, copy/fax machines, and printers.
Availability
Able to work all hours scheduled, including overtime as directed by manager/supervisor and required by business need.
Travel
Up to 25%
General Description of Available Benefits for Eligible Employees of Truist Financial Corporation: All regular teammates (not temporary or contingent workers) working 20 hours or more per week are eligible for benefits, though eligibility for specific benefits may be determined by the division of Truist offering the position. Truist offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, tax-preferred savings accounts, and a 401k plan to teammates. Teammates also receive no less than 10 days of vacation (prorated based on date of hire and by full-time or part-time status) during their first year of employment, along with 10 sick days (also prorated), and paid holidays. For more details on Truist’s generous benefit plans, please visit our Benefits site. Depending on the position and division, this job may also be eligible for Truist’s defined benefit pension plan, restricted stock units, and/or a deferred compensation plan. As you advance through the hiring process, you will also learn more about the specific benefits available for any non-temporary position for which you apply, based on full-time or part-time status, position, and division of work.
Truist is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, citizenship or national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law. Truist is a Drug Free Workplace.
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INTRODUCTION
The position is described below. If you want to apply, click the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this page. After you click Apply Now and complete your application, you'll be invited to create a profile, which will let you see your application status and any communications. If you already have a profile with us, you can log in to check status.
Need Help?
If you have a disability and need assistance with the application, you can request a reasonable accommodation. Send an email to Accessibility (accommodation requests only; other inquiries won't receive a response).
Regular or Temporary:
Regular
Language Fluency: English (Required)
Work Shift:
1st shift (United States of America)
Please review the following job description:
The Truist Legal Department is looking for an experienced litigator to join the litigation team in proactively and strategically managing a wide variety of defensive litigation and pre-litigation disputes, as well as collaborating with the business and other Legal teammates to provide advice and counseling to mitigate legal risk. The litigator will work primarily on Deposit litigation as part of the Consumer Litigation Team.
Position has in office expectations 5 days a week. Role can sit in Atlanta, GA, Charlotte, NC, Winston-Salem, NC or Richmond, VA. This is NOT a remote opportunity.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time.
-
Provide significant internal client legal support day to day
-
Responsible for assessing legal risk, providing legal advice, and/or assisting in resolving legal problems which may represent potential exposure to the company.
-
Keeps abreast of legislation, regulations, and case law developments that affect the company and the banking industry in area of practice.
-
May prepare and/or review documents and other instruments, represent the company in transactions, litigation, bankruptcy matters, or alternative dispute resolutions (as applicable), performing legal research and analysis, maintaining files and records
-
Identify need for and when necessary, select, engage, and direct outside counsel to undertake specific matters.
-
Serve as an individual contributor but may provide ad hoc work direction and supervision to other legal staff regarding support on active cases or projects.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Qualifications:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
-
Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA accredited law school and licensed to practice law in good standing
-
8 years of post-bar experience in a law firm, government, and/or corporate settings.
-
Possess superior written and verbal communication skills
-
Ability to prioritize matters, utilize time management skills, and move between matters fluidly
-
Ability to handle a heavy workload, manage stress effectively and meet critical deadlines
-
Able to work autonomously without close supervision
-
Team-oriented mentality and excellent interpersonal skills
-
Demonstrated proficiency in basic computer applications, such as Microsoft Office software products
Preferred Qualifications:
-
Experience or related training in the financial services industry or a related legal specialty
-
Experience in a corporate legal department having successfully held positions of advancing responsibility
-
An educational focus on business or finance
-
Comfortable working in the entrepreneurial environment of a large, complex corporation
The annual base salary for this position is $155,000 - $190,000. Posted for Virginia area
OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS
Sitting
Occasionally (Less than 25% of the time)
Standing
Occasionally (Less than 25% of the time)
Walking
Occasionally (Less than 25% of the time)
Bending
Occasionally (Less than 25% of the time)
Lifting
Up to 10 lbs.
Visual / Audio / Speaking
Able to access and interpret client information received from the computer and able to hear and speak with individuals in person and on the phone.
Manual Dexterity / Keyboarding
Able to work standard office equipment, including PC keyboard and mouse, copy/fax machines, and printers.
Availability
Able to work all hours scheduled, including overtime as directed by manager/supervisor and required by business need.
Travel
Up to 25%
General Description of Available Benefits for Eligible Employees of Truist Financial Corporation: All regular teammates (not temporary or contingent workers) working 20 hours or more per week are eligible for benefits, though eligibility for specific benefits may be determined by the division of Truist offering the position. Truist offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, tax-preferred savings accounts, and a 401k plan to teammates. Teammates also receive no less than 10 days of vacation (prorated based on date of hire and by full-time or part-time status) during their first year of employment, along with 10 sick days (also prorated), and paid holidays. For more details on Truist’s generous benefit plans, please visit our Benefits site. Depending on the position and division, this job may also be eligible for Truist’s defined benefit pension plan, restricted stock units, and/or a deferred compensation plan. As you advance through the hiring process, you will also learn more about the specific benefits available for any non-temporary position for which you apply, based on full-time or part-time status, position, and division of work.
Truist is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, citizenship or national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law. Truist is a Drug Free Workplace.
EEO is the Law E-Verify IER Right to Work
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Associate General Counsel
Verify your bar admission portability
Some states require in-state bar admission for in-house counsel roles. Before applying, confirm whether the employer's jurisdiction accepts your current bar admission or requires a motion for admission, since your LCA worksite determines which state's rules apply.
Pull prevailing wage data before negotiating
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level III or IV wage for your SOC code at the specific worksite city. Your employer's LCA must certify at least that wage, so knowing it before negotiations protects both you and the offer.
Find sponsors through Migrate Mate's verified filing history
Search Migrate Mate to identify companies that have already sponsored H-1B petitions for in-house legal roles. Employers with a track record of legal department sponsorship are far more likely to move quickly through the LCA and I-129 process.
Secure a cap-exempt employer if possible
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and certain government-affiliated entities are cap-exempt, meaning USCIS can approve your petition year-round without a cap slot. Many large universities and academic medical centers employ in-house counsel with H-1B sponsorship under this exemption.
Align your offer letter to specialty occupation standards
Your offer letter should explicitly state that the role requires a Juris Doctor and bar admission as minimum qualifications, not merely preferred credentials. USCIS scrutinizes in-house counsel petitions for specialty occupation evidence, so the job description language in your I-129 matters.
Account for LCA worksite coverage during due diligence
If you'll work across multiple offices or travel regularly to client sites, ask the employer's immigration counsel how they handle short-term placement rules. Each worksite beyond your primary location needs its own certified LCA or falls under DOL's short-term placement provisions.
H-1B Visa Associate General Counsel: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Associate General Counsel role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. Associate General Counsel positions require a Juris Doctor and active bar admission as minimum qualifications, satisfying USCIS's specialty occupation standard. The role involves applying a body of highly specialized legal knowledge, which courts and USCIS have consistently recognized as degree-level work. Your employer's offer letter and job description should make the degree requirement explicit to support the I-129 petition.
How do I find employers that sponsor H-1B visas for in-house legal roles?
Search Migrate Mate to browse companies with verified H-1B Labor Condition Application filing history for legal department positions. Employers who have sponsored in-house counsel before already have immigration counsel relationships and established processes, which significantly reduces delays between offer and petition filing. Large technology companies, financial institutions, healthcare systems, and Fortune 500 corporations are the most active sponsors for Associate General Counsel roles.
Can my employer sponsor my H-1B while my bar admission is pending in a new state?
It depends on your start date and the employer's worksite jurisdiction. Some states permit supervised practice under a pending admission application, which can satisfy DOL's LCA requirement if the job description is structured around supervised duties. You and the employer's immigration attorney should confirm state bar rules before the LCA is filed, since the certified LCA must accurately reflect your work authorization to practice at that specific worksite.
What happens to my H-1B status if the company conducts layoffs or restructures?
If your position is eliminated, you have a 60-day grace period to find a new H-1B-sponsoring employer, change to another valid status, or depart the U.S. Your H-1B is employer-specific, so your status ends when employment ends. A new employer must file a new I-129 petition before you begin work. AC21 portability rules can allow you to transfer to a substantially similar role if you've held your H-1B for 180 days or more.
Does my employer need a separate LCA if I work from home in a different state?
Yes. Each worksite state where you work for more than a short period requires its own certified LCA filed with DOL, covering the prevailing wage for that location. Working remotely from a state not listed on your original LCA without an updated or supplemental LCA puts both you and your employer out of compliance. Confirm with your employer's immigration counsel before changing your work location, even temporarily.