H-1B Visa Corporate Attorney Jobs
Corporate Attorney roles qualify as H-1B visa 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.
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With 30 years of fintech leadership, Origence empowers credit unions with innovative SaaS lending solutions that make lending more accessible, efficient, and competitive. We invest in our people and foster a culture of innovation, ownership, and continuous improvement. As we help shape the future of lending, we're leveraging AI to enhance the way we work and create value for our clients, and we're seeking individuals who are excited by emerging technologies and eager to use them responsibly to solve problems and drive impact.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Associate Corporate Attorney has experience in indirect lending, direct lending, financial services, privacy, and FinTech matters in the Credit Union Service Organization and licensed lender space. The Associate Corporate Attorney provides direct support for senior attorneys, is an active partner to internal business clients in addition to providing timely and accurate advice, drafts and negotiates complex and novel contracts with minimal supervision, ensures compliance with regulatory standards, and actively contributes to legal risk mitigation strategies.
How You'll Contribute:
- Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of commercial contracts, including but not limited to licensing agreements, service agreements, NDAs, data protection agreements, lender agreements, partner and lead generator letters of understanding, and other legal documents independently or at the direction of the senior attorneys.
- Provide legal advice on regulatory, compliance, privacy, and business issues affecting financial services, licensed lender, and SaaS operations.
- Conduct legal research and analysis of statutes, regulations, and case law relevant to company operations.
- Support litigation matters, including strategy, calendaring, discovery, briefings, and outside counsel involvement as needed.
- Update internal policies, procedures, and manuals.
- Monitor and interpret changes in regulatory frameworks and industry best practices affecting the credit union and licensed lender industry.
- Maintain organized legal files, and report on and track key deadlines.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school and admission to the California Bar (Registration under Rule 9.46. Registered In-House Counsel accepted but must be indicated on application).
Experience
- Minimum 2-3 years of relevant legal experience in a law firm, in-house legal department, or similar setting. 3+ years of prior experience as a non-attorney in financial services will count toward the minimum years of experience.
- Experience with financial services, licensed lender, or FinTech legal issues OR SaaS/technology company legal matters.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Your Strengths & Expertise
- Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple assignments under tight deadlines.
- Experience advising on regulatory compliance (e.g., consumer financial protection statutes, data privacy, software licensing).
- Exposure to commercial technology contracts or subscription services.
- Prior exposure to litigation support or regulatory investigations.
Bring your ideas, your curiosity, and your unique perspective. We'll provide the opportunities, tools, and support to help you succeed.
HOW WE INVEST IN YOU
- 401(k) with 8% Company Match
- Flexible Work Environment
- Competitive Paid Time Off
- Tuition Reimbursement & Education Benefits
- Comprehensive Health & Wellness Benefits
- Microsoft Copilot and AI-Enabled Tools
- Continuous Learning & Development Opportunities
- A culture of connection, celebration, and growth through employee-driven programs, company events, holiday celebrations (Star Wars Day), monthly town halls, quarterly company meetings, and team traditions like Bring Your Kid to Work Day
COMPENSATION
The starting salary range for this full-time position is $147900 - $175000 per year. We offer competitive compensation designed to recognize the value, experience, and contributions each team member brings to Origence. Base pay is determined by factors including experience, geographic location, and internal equity, and eligible positions may participate in our annual bonus program.
Origence is an equal opportunity employer. All recruitment, hiring, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, and other terms and conditions of employment will be based upon an individuals’ qualifications regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, military service, marital status, pregnancy, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, disability or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.
INTRODUCTION
With 30 years of fintech leadership, Origence empowers credit unions with innovative SaaS lending solutions that make lending more accessible, efficient, and competitive. We invest in our people and foster a culture of innovation, ownership, and continuous improvement. As we help shape the future of lending, we're leveraging AI to enhance the way we work and create value for our clients, and we're seeking individuals who are excited by emerging technologies and eager to use them responsibly to solve problems and drive impact.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Associate Corporate Attorney has experience in indirect lending, direct lending, financial services, privacy, and FinTech matters in the Credit Union Service Organization and licensed lender space. The Associate Corporate Attorney provides direct support for senior attorneys, is an active partner to internal business clients in addition to providing timely and accurate advice, drafts and negotiates complex and novel contracts with minimal supervision, ensures compliance with regulatory standards, and actively contributes to legal risk mitigation strategies.
How You'll Contribute:
- Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of commercial contracts, including but not limited to licensing agreements, service agreements, NDAs, data protection agreements, lender agreements, partner and lead generator letters of understanding, and other legal documents independently or at the direction of the senior attorneys.
- Provide legal advice on regulatory, compliance, privacy, and business issues affecting financial services, licensed lender, and SaaS operations.
- Conduct legal research and analysis of statutes, regulations, and case law relevant to company operations.
- Support litigation matters, including strategy, calendaring, discovery, briefings, and outside counsel involvement as needed.
- Update internal policies, procedures, and manuals.
- Monitor and interpret changes in regulatory frameworks and industry best practices affecting the credit union and licensed lender industry.
- Maintain organized legal files, and report on and track key deadlines.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school and admission to the California Bar (Registration under Rule 9.46. Registered In-House Counsel accepted but must be indicated on application).
Experience
- Minimum 2-3 years of relevant legal experience in a law firm, in-house legal department, or similar setting. 3+ years of prior experience as a non-attorney in financial services will count toward the minimum years of experience.
- Experience with financial services, licensed lender, or FinTech legal issues OR SaaS/technology company legal matters.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Your Strengths & Expertise
- Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple assignments under tight deadlines.
- Experience advising on regulatory compliance (e.g., consumer financial protection statutes, data privacy, software licensing).
- Exposure to commercial technology contracts or subscription services.
- Prior exposure to litigation support or regulatory investigations.
Bring your ideas, your curiosity, and your unique perspective. We'll provide the opportunities, tools, and support to help you succeed.
HOW WE INVEST IN YOU
- 401(k) with 8% Company Match
- Flexible Work Environment
- Competitive Paid Time Off
- Tuition Reimbursement & Education Benefits
- Comprehensive Health & Wellness Benefits
- Microsoft Copilot and AI-Enabled Tools
- Continuous Learning & Development Opportunities
- A culture of connection, celebration, and growth through employee-driven programs, company events, holiday celebrations (Star Wars Day), monthly town halls, quarterly company meetings, and team traditions like Bring Your Kid to Work Day
COMPENSATION
The starting salary range for this full-time position is $147900 - $175000 per year. We offer competitive compensation designed to recognize the value, experience, and contributions each team member brings to Origence. Base pay is determined by factors including experience, geographic location, and internal equity, and eligible positions may participate in our annual bonus program.
Origence is an equal opportunity employer. All recruitment, hiring, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, and other terms and conditions of employment will be based upon an individuals’ qualifications regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, military service, marital status, pregnancy, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, disability or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.
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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.
H-1B Visa Corporate Attorney: 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.