H-1B Visa Corporate Attorney Jobs
Corporate Attorney roles qualify as H-1B specialty occupations because they require at minimum a J.D. and bar admission in a directly related legal field. Large law firms, Fortune 500 legal departments, and financial institutions regularly sponsor H-1B petitions for corporate counsel, M&A associates, and securities attorneys, with cap-exempt employer pathways available at certain nonprofits and research institutions.
See All Corporate Attorney JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 62+ Corporate Attorney jobs
Have you applied for this role?
Have you applied for this role?
Have you applied for this role?
Have you applied for this role?
Have you applied for this role?
See all 62+ Corporate Attorney jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Corporate Attorney roles.
Get Access To All JobsINTRODUCTION
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Luke Moussalli. Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button and sending us your resume.
SALARY
Salary: $120,000 - $175,000 per year
A BIT ABOUT US
We have built a strong reputation for delivering creative and efficient legal solutions that align with our clients’ broader goals. We take a collaborative, team-based approach and provide responsive, high-level service across meaningful and sophisticated matters. Our attorneys and staff have the opportunity to learn, grow, and excel while working together in a supportive professional environment.
WHY JOIN US?
Benefits:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) plan with employer contribution
- Long term disability
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Employee assistance plan
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Paid parental leave
JOB DETAILS
We are seeking an M&A Attorney to join our Business and Transactions practice, advising clients on sophisticated corporate transactions and related business matters.
Responsibilities:
- Advise clients on a broad range of business and mergers and acquisitions transactions
- Draft and negotiate term sheets, letters of intent, purchase and sale agreements, operating agreements, and shareholder agreements
- Counsel clients on corporate and partnership tax issues related to transactional matters
- Assist clients with business succession planning and related ownership transition matters
- Provide clear, strategic legal guidance in a collaborative, team-oriented practice
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum of 7 years of business and transactional experience
- Strong experience handling a variety of M&A matters
- Experience drafting and negotiating core transaction documents
- Familiarity with corporate and partnership taxation issues and business succession matters
- Excellent legal research, writing, and communication skills
- Strong academic credentials and professional references
- Admitted to practice law in the State of Oregon
- Full-time preferred, though we are open to candidates seeking less than full-time employment
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy.
INTRODUCTION
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Luke Moussalli. Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button and sending us your resume.
SALARY
Salary: $120,000 - $175,000 per year
A BIT ABOUT US
We have built a strong reputation for delivering creative and efficient legal solutions that align with our clients’ broader goals. We take a collaborative, team-based approach and provide responsive, high-level service across meaningful and sophisticated matters. Our attorneys and staff have the opportunity to learn, grow, and excel while working together in a supportive professional environment.
WHY JOIN US?
Benefits:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) plan with employer contribution
- Long term disability
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Employee assistance plan
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Paid parental leave
JOB DETAILS
We are seeking an M&A Attorney to join our Business and Transactions practice, advising clients on sophisticated corporate transactions and related business matters.
Responsibilities:
- Advise clients on a broad range of business and mergers and acquisitions transactions
- Draft and negotiate term sheets, letters of intent, purchase and sale agreements, operating agreements, and shareholder agreements
- Counsel clients on corporate and partnership tax issues related to transactional matters
- Assist clients with business succession planning and related ownership transition matters
- Provide clear, strategic legal guidance in a collaborative, team-oriented practice
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum of 7 years of business and transactional experience
- Strong experience handling a variety of M&A matters
- Experience drafting and negotiating core transaction documents
- Familiarity with corporate and partnership taxation issues and business succession matters
- Excellent legal research, writing, and communication skills
- Strong academic credentials and professional references
- Admitted to practice law in the State of Oregon
- Full-time preferred, though we are open to candidates seeking less than full-time employment
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy.
See all 62+ Corporate Attorney jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Corporate Attorney roles.
Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Corporate Attorney
Verify your J.D. meets specialty occupation requirements
USCIS scrutinizes whether a J.D. is the minimum normal requirement for the specific corporate attorney role, not just law in general. Get a credential evaluation confirming your degree and bar admission align with the position's practice area before applying.
Target in-house legal departments over boutique firms
Fortune 500 legal departments and large financial institutions file H-1B petitions routinely and have dedicated immigration counsel on staff. Boutique firms often lack the infrastructure to sponsor, so filtering by employer type saves weeks of back-and-forth.
Search employer LCA filing history on Migrate Mate
Pull DOL Labor Condition Application records by employer and job title directly on Migrate Mate to confirm which companies have actively sponsored corporate attorney roles. This shows real filing history, not just employer claims during interviews.
Negotiate LCA wage level before the offer letter
Your LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for the specific SOC code and location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to confirm your offered salary meets Level II or III before signing, since a low-level LCA can complicate future green card PERM filings.
Ask whether the employer will file for cap-exempt status
Nonprofits, government research entities, and qualifying institutions can file H-1B petitions outside the annual cap. If you're a corporate attorney at a university legal office or nonprofit general counsel, confirm cap-exempt eligibility with the employer's immigration team before the lottery window.
Use your 60-day grace period to secure the next sponsor
If your H-1B is terminated, USCIS allows a 60-day grace period to find a new employer and file a transfer petition. Have your bar admission certificates, LCA documentation, and updated resume ready so a new employer can file immediately without premium processing delays.
Corporate Attorney jobs are hiring across the US. Find yours.
Find Corporate Attorney JobsCorporate Attorney H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a corporate attorney role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, corporate attorney positions qualify because they typically require a minimum of a J.D. in law plus bar admission in a directly related jurisdiction. USCIS evaluates the specific role, not just the title, so your offer letter should clearly state that a J.D. is the normal minimum requirement for the position, not merely preferred.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for corporate attorneys?
Large law firms, Fortune 500 in-house legal departments, investment banks, and technology companies with legal teams are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for corporate attorneys. Migrate Mate lets you filter employers by verified LCA filing history for corporate counsel and legal roles so you're applying to companies with a documented track record of sponsorship.
Can a corporate attorney transfer their H-1B to a new employer mid-year?
Yes. H-1B portability under AC21 lets you transfer your petition to a new employer once your current petition has been approved and you've maintained lawful status. Your new employer files an H-1B transfer petition, and you can start working as soon as USCIS receives it, without waiting for approval, provided all conditions are met.
How does the DOL prevailing wage requirement affect corporate attorney H-1B filings?
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your specific occupation code, job level, and work location. Corporate attorneys in major metro markets face higher prevailing wage thresholds than those in smaller cities. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the applicable wage level before accepting an offer to avoid LCA complications.
Does H-1B sponsorship for corporate attorneys affect future green card eligibility?
H-1B status doesn't prevent a corporate attorney from pursuing permanent residence. Many employers sponsor both H-1B and subsequent employment-based green card petitions. Corporate attorneys often qualify under EB-1B or EB-2 categories depending on their experience and publications. Discuss the employer's green card sponsorship policy during the offer negotiation stage, not after joining.
See which Corporate Attorney employers are hiring and sponsoring visas right now.
Search Corporate Attorney Jobs