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Legal Operations Specialist roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in law, business, or a related field. Large law firms, corporate legal departments, and legal tech companies are active H-1B sponsors for this role, filing LCAs under SOC codes tied to legal support and business operations.
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Legal Process Operations Specialist
Location
Hicksville, NY 11801
Job Summary
The Customer Documentation Processor is responsible for Process Restraining Notices, Information Subpoena, Levies, Writs, Executions, Garnishments, and all other legal process served on the Bank with reference to customer accounts. Process W-8BEN, W-8BEN-E and CIP for new foreign customers. Responsible for processing back up withholding and non-resident alien certification. Assists customers and branch personnel with questions regarding the process served on the Bank.
Job Responsibilities:
- Process Restraining Notices, Information Subpoenas, Levies, Writs, Executions, Garnishments, and all other legal process served on the Bank with reference to customer accounts.
- Places holds on accounts with regards to process served.
- Collect legal processing fees.
- Send notification letters to customers.
- Prepare responses to Information Subpoenas.
- Remove holds when accounts are released.
- Answers telephone calls from the branches, customers, or attorneys regarding the above referenced matters.
- Maintain and scan files into OnBase for file maintenance and storage.
ADDITIONAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Performs special projects, and additional duties and responsibilities as required.
- Consistently adheres to regulatory and compliance policies and standards linked to the job as listed and complete required compliance trainings. Accountable to maintain compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.
Job Requirements
Required Qualifications:
- Education level required: High School / High School Equivalency (GED, HiSET, TASC) / Foreign Equivalent.
- Minimum experience required: 3+ Years related experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Education level preferred: College, Vocational or Associates Degree (2 years or equivalent).
Job Competencies:
- Excellent reading and communication skills.
- Computer literate in Microsoft office applications.
- Detail orientated.
- Ability to read and understand legal documentation.
- Ability to discern when a situation requires additional legal assistance from supervisors.
Travel requirements: N/A
Physical demands (ADA): The job requires a moderate degree of physical exertion and stamina such as standing, sitting, walking, driving or infrequent lifting.
Flagstar is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Vets/Disabled
We are committed to providing clear and accurate compensation information in accordance with applicable laws. Actual starting base pay will be determined based on location, experience, and other non-discriminatory factors permitted by law. Total compensation may also include variable incentives, bonuses, commissions, or other awards as outlined in the offer of employment. Flagstar provides teammates access to a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: Benefits | Flagstar Bank
Pay Range
$18.58 - $28.84
Position Title
Legal Process Operations Specialist
Location
Hicksville, NY 11801
Job Summary
The Customer Documentation Processor is responsible for Process Restraining Notices, Information Subpoena, Levies, Writs, Executions, Garnishments, and all other legal process served on the Bank with reference to customer accounts. Process W-8BEN, W-8BEN-E and CIP for new foreign customers. Responsible for processing back up withholding and non-resident alien certification. Assists customers and branch personnel with questions regarding the process served on the Bank.
Job Responsibilities:
- Process Restraining Notices, Information Subpoenas, Levies, Writs, Executions, Garnishments, and all other legal process served on the Bank with reference to customer accounts.
- Places holds on accounts with regards to process served.
- Collect legal processing fees.
- Send notification letters to customers.
- Prepare responses to Information Subpoenas.
- Remove holds when accounts are released.
- Answers telephone calls from the branches, customers, or attorneys regarding the above referenced matters.
- Maintain and scan files into OnBase for file maintenance and storage.
ADDITIONAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Performs special projects, and additional duties and responsibilities as required.
- Consistently adheres to regulatory and compliance policies and standards linked to the job as listed and complete required compliance trainings. Accountable to maintain compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.
Job Requirements
Required Qualifications:
- Education level required: High School / High School Equivalency (GED, HiSET, TASC) / Foreign Equivalent.
- Minimum experience required: 3+ Years related experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Education level preferred: College, Vocational or Associates Degree (2 years or equivalent).
Job Competencies:
- Excellent reading and communication skills.
- Computer literate in Microsoft office applications.
- Detail orientated.
- Ability to read and understand legal documentation.
- Ability to discern when a situation requires additional legal assistance from supervisors.
Travel requirements: N/A
Physical demands (ADA): The job requires a moderate degree of physical exertion and stamina such as standing, sitting, walking, driving or infrequent lifting.
Flagstar is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Vets/Disabled
We are committed to providing clear and accurate compensation information in accordance with applicable laws. Actual starting base pay will be determined based on location, experience, and other non-discriminatory factors permitted by law. Total compensation may also include variable incentives, bonuses, commissions, or other awards as outlined in the offer of employment. Flagstar provides teammates access to a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: Benefits | Flagstar Bank
Pay Range
$18.58 - $28.84
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Legal Operations Specialist
Map your degree to the role
USCIS requires your degree field to connect directly to Legal Operations work. A JD, paralegal studies, business administration, or information systems degree all qualify, but document that connection explicitly in your resume and cover materials before applying.
Target corporate legal departments first
In-house legal teams at Fortune 500 companies sponsor H-1B far more consistently than boutique law firms. Focus on companies with dedicated Legal Operations functions, which typically have established immigration programs and prior LCA filing history for this specific role type.
Search LCA filings with Migrate Mate
Pull verified DOL Labor Condition Application data on Migrate Mate to confirm which employers have filed H-1B sponsorship specifically for Legal Operations roles. This filters out employers who sponsor other positions but not this one.
Verify the prevailing wage before negotiating
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your location and SOC code. Run the OFLC Wage Search before any offer discussion so you know the floor and can flag any offer that would complicate the LCA certification.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment at offer stage
Legal departments at federal contractors are required to use E-Verify, but many others aren't enrolled. Ask during the offer stage, since employers not enrolled in E-Verify can't sponsor STEM OPT extensions or satisfy certain federal contract requirements that affect your authorization continuity.
Start the I-129 timeline conversation early
H-1B cap-subject petitions must be filed for an October 1 start date, but cap-exempt employers at universities or nonprofits can file year-round. Clarify your employer's cap status during negotiations so the filing timeline doesn't conflict with your current status end date.
H-1B Visa Legal Operations Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Legal Operations Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, Legal Operations Specialist roles qualify when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as law, business administration, information systems, or paralegal studies. The employer must document in the I-129 petition that the role's duties require that specific level of theoretical and practical knowledge. Generalist operations roles that accept any bachelor's degree regardless of field can draw USCIS scrutiny, so job description language matters.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Legal Operations Specialists?
Corporate legal departments at large companies, legal technology firms, and law firm operations groups are the most consistent sponsors for this role. These employers typically have established immigration programs and repeat LCA filing history. To identify which specific employers have actively filed H-1B sponsorship for Legal Operations roles rather than just adjacent positions, use Migrate Mate to filter by DOL LCA data tied to this occupation.
How does the H-1B prevailing wage requirement affect Legal Operations Specialist offers?
Your employer's LCA must certify that your offered wage meets or exceeds the DOL prevailing wage for the Legal Operations SOC code in your work location. Prevailing wage levels vary significantly by metro area. Run the OFLC Wage Search for your specific location before finalizing any offer to confirm the certified wage floor, since an offer below that threshold will cause the LCA to fail certification.
Can a Legal Operations Specialist change employers while on H-1B?
Yes, H-1B portability under AC21 lets you start working for a new employer as soon as they file a new I-129 petition on your behalf, without waiting for USCIS approval, provided your current H-1B has been approved for at least 180 days. The new employer must file before your current authorized period ends. The new role must still qualify as a specialty occupation under the same degree-field connection standard.
What SOC code applies to Legal Operations Specialist roles for LCA purposes?
Legal Operations Specialists are most commonly filed under SOC 23-2011 (Paralegals and Legal Assistants) or 11-1021 (General and Operations Managers), depending on the role's primary duties. The SOC code determines which prevailing wage level your employer must certify. You can review the O*NET occupation profile for each code to understand which better matches your actual job duties before your employer submits the LCA.