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Legal Intern roles can qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in law or a directly related field. Law firms, corporate legal departments, and government agencies all file H-1B petitions for legal interns, though cap-subject filings require employers to register in the annual lottery.
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Responsible for supporting Legal and Operations teams during daily operations. This position will collaborate with a team of attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants locally, domestically, and internationally, in pursuit of a highly efficient legal and operational business practice. Responsible for a variety of administrative legal functions including manual and electronic filing of legal documents, telephone interaction with court staff, supporting tasks in the electronic system of record ILMS, and liaising with in-house attorneys to facilitate the review and execution of documents.
Responsibilities
- Scan, print, and sort documents with a high degree of accuracy and organization.
- Process inbound and outbound mail including USPS, FedEx, and UPS.
- File manual and electronic legal documents with courts.
- Update case status in case management system.
- Perform other duties, as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: High School Diploma
Experience: 1-2 years administrative support
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER ATTRIBUTES:
- Basic Microsoft Office skills (Word, Outlook, Excel) and Adobe Acrobat
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to manage the printing, scanning, and sorting of documents
- Ability to handle/process a large workload and volume
- Ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information
- Ability to operate a variety of office equipment (e.g., printers, scanners, fax machines)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Associate's
FIELD OF STUDY: Administrative, Legal, or similar field
Experience: 1-2 years Administrative, Legal, and/or previous office experience
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER ATTRIBUTES:
- Knowledge of legal concepts, terminology, principles, and procedures necessary to understand court filing requirements
- Knowledge of online e-filing vendors (e.g., PACER) and legal search engines (e.g., WestLaw and LEXIS)
- Knowledge of basic mailroom concepts, including processing of inbound and outbound mail
- Ability to handle the manual paper and electronic filing of documents with courts
- Ability to track and comply with deadlines
- Ability to maintain, organize, and compile information and documents from various sources in a functional order
If you are wondering why you should work for us, here is something to help you decide:
- Pay and Bonuses: Earn a competitive salary. All employees are eligible for monthly incentives or annual bonus.
- Career Progression: Grow at MCM with paid training and development programs – including our very own MCM Academy – as well as a promote-from-within philosophy.
- Reward and Recognition: We are committed to honoring great results – ranging from informal accolades to formal company-wide awards and prizes like all-inclusive vacations.
- Tuition Assistance: Pursue a degree or coursework related to your current role, or the role you are striving for.
- Healthcare Insurance: Take advantage of comprehensive healthcare plans and options to ensure your continued health, plus fitness membership reimbursements, weight watchers, our wellness rewards Program and more.
- Volunteering Opportunities: Enjoy up to eight hours of paid time off each year to volunteer. We also offer volunteer grants and matching financial donations, up to US$ 2,500 per employee annually.
- Retirement Savings: Build a strong financial foundation and reach your goals for the future. With all the effort you invest in us, we’re proud to invest in you.
- New Family Support: Celebrate your new arrival with company paid leave, new parent flex time, and child back-up care options.
- Team-building: Enjoy experiences that inspire bonds with your colleagues through a wide range of company-sponsored team-building events, such as holiday celebrations and department outings.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy paid and floating holidays, as well as generous paid-time-off.
Our compensation and benefits programs were created with an 'Employee-First Approach' focused on supporting, developing, and recognizing YOU. We offer a wide array of wellness and mental health initiatives, support volunteerism, and environmental efforts, encourage employee education through leadership training, skill-building, and tuition reimbursements, and always strive to provide promotion opportunities from within.
About us
Headquartered in the United States, Encore Capital Group (Encore) is a publicly traded international specialty finance company operating in various countries around the globe. Through our businesses - such as Midland Credit Management and Cabot Credit Management - we help consumers to restore their financial health as we further our Mission of creating pathways to economic freedom. Our commitment to building a positive workplace culture and a best-in-class employee experience have earned us accolades including Great Place to Work® certifications in many geographies where we operate. If you have a passion for helping others and thrive at a company that values innovation, inclusion and excellence, then Encore Capital Group is the right place for you.
Encore Capital Group and all of its subsidiaries are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment where everyone feels they belong. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected under applicable law. If you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment, please contact Talent@mcmcg.com.
INTRODUCTION
Responsible for supporting Legal and Operations teams during daily operations. This position will collaborate with a team of attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants locally, domestically, and internationally, in pursuit of a highly efficient legal and operational business practice. Responsible for a variety of administrative legal functions including manual and electronic filing of legal documents, telephone interaction with court staff, supporting tasks in the electronic system of record ILMS, and liaising with in-house attorneys to facilitate the review and execution of documents.
Responsibilities
- Scan, print, and sort documents with a high degree of accuracy and organization.
- Process inbound and outbound mail including USPS, FedEx, and UPS.
- File manual and electronic legal documents with courts.
- Update case status in case management system.
- Perform other duties, as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: High School Diploma
Experience: 1-2 years administrative support
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER ATTRIBUTES:
- Basic Microsoft Office skills (Word, Outlook, Excel) and Adobe Acrobat
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to manage the printing, scanning, and sorting of documents
- Ability to handle/process a large workload and volume
- Ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information
- Ability to operate a variety of office equipment (e.g., printers, scanners, fax machines)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Associate's
FIELD OF STUDY: Administrative, Legal, or similar field
Experience: 1-2 years Administrative, Legal, and/or previous office experience
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER ATTRIBUTES:
- Knowledge of legal concepts, terminology, principles, and procedures necessary to understand court filing requirements
- Knowledge of online e-filing vendors (e.g., PACER) and legal search engines (e.g., WestLaw and LEXIS)
- Knowledge of basic mailroom concepts, including processing of inbound and outbound mail
- Ability to handle the manual paper and electronic filing of documents with courts
- Ability to track and comply with deadlines
- Ability to maintain, organize, and compile information and documents from various sources in a functional order
If you are wondering why you should work for us, here is something to help you decide:
- Pay and Bonuses: Earn a competitive salary. All employees are eligible for monthly incentives or annual bonus.
- Career Progression: Grow at MCM with paid training and development programs – including our very own MCM Academy – as well as a promote-from-within philosophy.
- Reward and Recognition: We are committed to honoring great results – ranging from informal accolades to formal company-wide awards and prizes like all-inclusive vacations.
- Tuition Assistance: Pursue a degree or coursework related to your current role, or the role you are striving for.
- Healthcare Insurance: Take advantage of comprehensive healthcare plans and options to ensure your continued health, plus fitness membership reimbursements, weight watchers, our wellness rewards Program and more.
- Volunteering Opportunities: Enjoy up to eight hours of paid time off each year to volunteer. We also offer volunteer grants and matching financial donations, up to US$ 2,500 per employee annually.
- Retirement Savings: Build a strong financial foundation and reach your goals for the future. With all the effort you invest in us, we’re proud to invest in you.
- New Family Support: Celebrate your new arrival with company paid leave, new parent flex time, and child back-up care options.
- Team-building: Enjoy experiences that inspire bonds with your colleagues through a wide range of company-sponsored team-building events, such as holiday celebrations and department outings.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy paid and floating holidays, as well as generous paid-time-off.
Our compensation and benefits programs were created with an 'Employee-First Approach' focused on supporting, developing, and recognizing YOU. We offer a wide array of wellness and mental health initiatives, support volunteerism, and environmental efforts, encourage employee education through leadership training, skill-building, and tuition reimbursements, and always strive to provide promotion opportunities from within.
About us
Headquartered in the United States, Encore Capital Group (Encore) is a publicly traded international specialty finance company operating in various countries around the globe. Through our businesses - such as Midland Credit Management and Cabot Credit Management - we help consumers to restore their financial health as we further our Mission of creating pathways to economic freedom. Our commitment to building a positive workplace culture and a best-in-class employee experience have earned us accolades including Great Place to Work® certifications in many geographies where we operate. If you have a passion for helping others and thrive at a company that values innovation, inclusion and excellence, then Encore Capital Group is the right place for you.
Encore Capital Group and all of its subsidiaries are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment where everyone feels they belong. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected under applicable law. If you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment, please contact Talent@mcmcg.com.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Legal Intern
Verify your JD program meets requirements
H-1B eligibility for legal interns hinges on specialty occupation status. Confirm your law school program confers a U.S. JD or foreign equivalent recognized by USCIS, since paralegal or pre-law credentials alone won't satisfy the degree requirement.
Target cap-exempt employers first
Nonprofits affiliated with universities, government research organizations, and qualifying higher-education institutions are cap-exempt. They can file H-1B petitions year-round without the lottery, giving legal interns a direct path to sponsorship outside the April registration window.
Search H-1B filing history on Migrate Mate
Filter employers by past H-1B LCA filings for legal roles using Migrate Mate. Seeing which law firms and corporate legal departments have filed for this occupation tells you where sponsorship is already established practice, not a one-off exception.
Request the LCA before signing your offer
Ask your prospective employer to share the certified Labor Condition Application before you accept. The LCA confirms the prevailing wage level and work location, and any discrepancy between the LCA and your offer letter creates compliance problems after filing.
Check prevailing wage using OFLC Wage Search
Look up the DOL prevailing wage for your specific occupation code and work location using OFLC Wage Search before negotiating. Legal intern roles are classified under distinct SOC codes, and your offered salary must meet or exceed the certified wage level.
File I-129 well before your start date
USCIS allows H-1B petitions to be filed up to six months before the employment start date. For legal internships with a fixed summer or semester start, missing this window means your employer can't begin work authorization in time, even with premium processing.
H-1B Visa Legal Intern: Frequently Asked Questions
Do legal intern positions qualify as H-1B specialty occupations?
Legal intern roles qualify when the employer requires a JD or equivalent law degree as a minimum for the position. If the job description accepts any bachelor's degree regardless of field, USCIS may reject the specialty occupation claim. The key is that the legal work itself must theoretically and practically require specialized legal education, not just professional experience.
Can a law firm sponsor an H-1B for a summer associate or intern?
Yes, law firms can sponsor H-1B petitions for summer associates and legal interns, provided the role meets specialty occupation criteria and the firm commits to paying the DOL prevailing wage for the full period of the LCA. Smaller firms sometimes decline due to the cost and administrative burden, so targeting firms with prior H-1B filing history on Migrate Mate narrows your search to employers already set up for sponsorship.
What happens to my H-1B status if my legal internship ends early?
If your employment ends before your H-1B approval period expires, you enter a 60-day grace period during which you can find a new H-1B-sponsoring employer, change status, or prepare to depart. Your new employer must file an H-1B transfer petition before the grace period ends. USCIS doesn't automatically notify you when the grace period begins, so track your end date carefully.
Does bar passage affect H-1B eligibility for legal roles?
Bar passage isn't required for H-1B approval, but it matters practically. Some employers won't sponsor an H-1B for a legal intern who hasn't passed the bar because unlicensed attorneys have limited billable roles. If you're pre-bar, targeting positions explicitly structured as intern or law clerk roles, rather than associate attorney roles, improves both fit and petition defensibility with USCIS.
How do I find legal intern jobs where employers actively sponsor H-1B visas?
Search Migrate Mate to find legal intern roles filtered by employers who have filed H-1B Labor Condition Applications for legal occupations. This surfaces firms and corporate legal departments with an established sponsorship track record, so you're not relying on an employer's word that they'll sponsor. Prioritizing employers with consistent filings reduces the risk of a last-minute refusal.