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Corporate Counsel roles qualify for H-1B sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a J.D. and bar admission. Large companies, financial institutions, and tech firms sponsor regularly, but the petition must tie your legal credentials directly to the in-house practice area you'll be supporting.
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Plug and Play is a global innovation platform and venture capital firm. Our mission is to make innovation open to anyone, anywhere. Each year, hundreds of entrepreneurs join our vertical-specific accelerator programs to team up with our corporate members or receive a direct investment from Plug and Play. We have over 60 locations across the world and our corporate members include: The Alliance to End Plastic Waste, Amazon, Visa, Shell, PepsiCo, Intel, AstraZeneca, Porsche, BMW, Aflac, Daimler, USAA, Cigna, US Bank, State Farm, Mitsubishi Electric, and over 500 more. Our corporate members utilize our innovation platform to identify the best startups to meet their challenges. Plug and Play’s proven investment track record includes Honey, Guardant Health, ApplyBoard, BigID, Kustomer, Rappi, Flutterwave, Hippo, PayPal, Lending Club, Dropbox, and many more.
Who we’re looking for:
We’re seeking a Junior Corporate Counsel to join Plug and Play’s legal team. Working with our globally-recognized start-up accelerator programs worldwide, this Junior Corporate Counsel will gain valuable experience working side by side with our legal, sales, and accounting teams on all aspects of our contract drafting and negotiation processes for our commercial contracts. You will be exposed to a wide range of legal issues that are commonly dealt with by an in-house legal department.
The role is particularly well-suited for a recent law school graduate with a strong contract drafting background and experience in a fast-paced environment. We are especially interested in meeting candidates who are academically accomplished, team-oriented, self-motivated, and who possess excellent organizational skills. Prior experience with commercial contracts is a plus.
Responsibilities:
- Assist the legal team in drafting complex commercial agreements, NDAs, and amendments, reviewing third-party documents in accordance with company standards, and managing legal records.
- Support business teams by identifying and addressing legal and contractual risks, ensuring terms align with company policies and objectives.
- Facilitate clear and consistent communication with multiple business units, including sales, accounting, operations, and automation.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather information needed for contract preparation and execution.
- Communicate with outside counsel and customer’s attorneys and representatives.
- Review and summarize key terms of sophisticated commercial contracts for Plug and Play’s leadership team.
- Attend meetings with customer’s counsel, outside counsel, and different departments within Plug and Play.
- Help maintain accurate records in Plug and Play’s contract management systems.
- Assist in developing and improving standard form agreements, playbooks, and templates to streamline legal operations.
- Conduct basic legal research and provide concise summaries to support internal legal initiatives and decision-making.
- Attend Expos, Demo Days, and other exclusive Plug and Play events.
In this role, you will:
- Learn the fundamentals of commercial contracting and a wide variety of in-house legal department initiatives.
- Develop a deep understanding of commercial contracts, negotiation strategies, and risk analysis.
- Work alongside experienced members of our legal team, who will provide guidance and mentorship.
- As your knowledge and experience increases, you will take ownership of new and different initiatives that align with your interests.
Qualifications
- JD from an accredited law school (JD year 2025-2026 preferred)
- Active bar admission in Ohio a plus; however, recent graduates sitting for the upcoming bar exam will be considered
- Excellent written communication skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft Word and Excel
- Experience using Salesforce or Linksquares a plus
- Self-starter who seeks out new challenges
- Able to understand and synthesize complex ideas
- Strong quantitative background evidenced by previous positions and/or course work
- You take pride in your attention to detail and exercise precision in everything you do
Other:
Resume and transcripts are required. This is a full-time position and we require employees to be available during normal business hours, Monday through Friday. This is a remote position based in Cleveland, Ohio.
Who we are:
Plug and Play is a global innovation platform and venture capital firm. Our mission is to make innovation open to anyone, anywhere. Each year, hundreds of entrepreneurs join our vertical-specific accelerator programs to team up with our corporate members or receive a direct investment from Plug and Play. We have over 60 locations across the world and our corporate members include: The Alliance to End Plastic Waste, Amazon, Visa, Shell, PepsiCo, Intel, AstraZeneca, Porsche, BMW, Aflac, Daimler, USAA, Cigna, US Bank, State Farm, Mitsubishi Electric, and over 500 more. Our corporate members utilize our innovation platform to identify the best startups to meet their challenges. Plug and Play’s proven investment track record includes Honey, Guardant Health, ApplyBoard, BigID, Kustomer, Rappi, Flutterwave, Hippo, PayPal, Lending Club, Dropbox, and many more.
Who we’re looking for:
We’re seeking a Junior Corporate Counsel to join Plug and Play’s legal team. Working with our globally-recognized start-up accelerator programs worldwide, this Junior Corporate Counsel will gain valuable experience working side by side with our legal, sales, and accounting teams on all aspects of our contract drafting and negotiation processes for our commercial contracts. You will be exposed to a wide range of legal issues that are commonly dealt with by an in-house legal department.
The role is particularly well-suited for a recent law school graduate with a strong contract drafting background and experience in a fast-paced environment. We are especially interested in meeting candidates who are academically accomplished, team-oriented, self-motivated, and who possess excellent organizational skills. Prior experience with commercial contracts is a plus.
Responsibilities:
- Assist the legal team in drafting complex commercial agreements, NDAs, and amendments, reviewing third-party documents in accordance with company standards, and managing legal records.
- Support business teams by identifying and addressing legal and contractual risks, ensuring terms align with company policies and objectives.
- Facilitate clear and consistent communication with multiple business units, including sales, accounting, operations, and automation.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather information needed for contract preparation and execution.
- Communicate with outside counsel and customer’s attorneys and representatives.
- Review and summarize key terms of sophisticated commercial contracts for Plug and Play’s leadership team.
- Attend meetings with customer’s counsel, outside counsel, and different departments within Plug and Play.
- Help maintain accurate records in Plug and Play’s contract management systems.
- Assist in developing and improving standard form agreements, playbooks, and templates to streamline legal operations.
- Conduct basic legal research and provide concise summaries to support internal legal initiatives and decision-making.
- Attend Expos, Demo Days, and other exclusive Plug and Play events.
In this role, you will:
- Learn the fundamentals of commercial contracting and a wide variety of in-house legal department initiatives.
- Develop a deep understanding of commercial contracts, negotiation strategies, and risk analysis.
- Work alongside experienced members of our legal team, who will provide guidance and mentorship.
- As your knowledge and experience increases, you will take ownership of new and different initiatives that align with your interests.
Qualifications
- JD from an accredited law school (JD year 2025-2026 preferred)
- Active bar admission in Ohio a plus; however, recent graduates sitting for the upcoming bar exam will be considered
- Excellent written communication skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft Word and Excel
- Experience using Salesforce or Linksquares a plus
- Self-starter who seeks out new challenges
- Able to understand and synthesize complex ideas
- Strong quantitative background evidenced by previous positions and/or course work
- You take pride in your attention to detail and exercise precision in everything you do
Other:
Resume and transcripts are required. This is a full-time position and we require employees to be available during normal business hours, Monday through Friday. This is a remote position based in Cleveland, Ohio.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Corporate Counsel
Verify your J.D. meets specialty occupation
USCIS requires your degree to directly relate to the legal work you'll perform. If your J.D. is foreign, get a credential evaluation confirming U.S. equivalency before your employer files the I-129 petition.
Target employers with in-house legal departments
Companies large enough to maintain a legal team are far more likely to sponsor. Use Migrate Mate to filter Corporate Counsel postings by employers with active H-1B LCA filing history in legal occupations.
Confirm bar admission covers your work state
Your H-1B petition ties you to a specific work location. If the role is in a state where you're not barred, clarify whether in-house practice is exempt from that state's admission requirements before your employer submits the LCA.
Check the prevailing wage before offer negotiations
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing rate for your role and location. Run the OFLC Wage Search for SOC code 23-1011 before you negotiate so you know the floor the employer must meet.
Prepare for specialty occupation RFEs proactively
USCIS scrutinizes in-house counsel petitions more than external law firm roles. Gather a letter from your employer detailing why the specific practice area requires a J.D., not just general business judgment.
Understand the 60-day grace period if you're between roles
H-1B holders have a 60-day grace period after employment ends to secure a new sponsor. Your new employer can file an H-1B transfer immediately, and you can start working once USCIS receives the petition, not after approval.
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Find Corporate Counsel JobsCorporate Counsel H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Corporate Counsel role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. USCIS consistently recognizes in-house Corporate Counsel positions as specialty occupations because the role requires a J.D. and active bar admission as a minimum entry requirement. Your employer's petition should document why the specific legal practice area, such as securities, M&A, or employment law, demands that specialized degree rather than general business knowledge.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new in-house legal employer without losing status?
Yes, through H-1B portability. Your new employer files an I-129 transfer petition while you're still employed, and you can start the new Corporate Counsel role as soon as USCIS receives the petition, not after it's approved. The new LCA must reflect the wage and location for the incoming position before the petition is filed.
How do I find companies that actively sponsor H-1B visas for Corporate Counsel roles?
Migrate Mate lets you search Corporate Counsel openings filtered by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history in legal occupations. This cuts through postings at companies unlikely to sponsor and focuses your search on employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for in-house legal roles specifically.
Does my foreign law degree qualify me for H-1B sponsorship as Corporate Counsel?
It depends on equivalency. USCIS accepts a foreign J.D. or LL.M. equivalent if a credentials evaluation confirms it matches a U.S. law degree. You'll also need to be barred in the relevant U.S. jurisdiction or qualify for an in-house counsel exemption in that state. Your employer should address degree equivalency explicitly in the I-129 support letter.
What happens to my H-1B if my employer is acquired or merges with another company?
If the acquiring entity qualifies as a successor-in-interest and your role and terms don't materially change, your H-1B typically remains valid without a new filing. If the legal entity changes significantly or your job duties shift, your new employer should file an amended I-129 petition promptly. USCIS guidance distinguishes between universal and stock-based acquisitions, so the legal structure of the deal matters.
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