H-1B Visa Litigation Associate Jobs
Litigation Associate jobs at H-1B visa sponsoring law firms require a J.D. and bar admission, satisfying the specialty occupation requirement that USCIS applies to attorney roles. Because H-1B visa status runs up to three years and is extendable to six, your employer's willingness to file early and support long-term renewal matters as much as the offer itself.
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Cetrulo LLP is a premier regional defense firm with a national reach. We specialize in mass tort, product liability, and other complex litigation. With offices in Massachusetts, New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Maine, we are proud of our many long-lasting client relationships and our record of sophisticated, quality, and cost-effective representation.
We are seeking a highly motivated and talented Litigation Associate to join our team. This role offers the opportunity to engage in sophisticated, high-stakes defense litigation while collaborating closely with experienced partners. The ideal candidate possesses an ownership mentality, exceptional analytical skills, and a strong drive to deliver top-tier results for our clients.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Case Strategy & Analysis: Conduct thorough legal analysis, evaluate case merits, and partner with senior counsel to develop innovative, forward-looking defense strategies.
- Pleadings & Motions: Draft persuasive pleadings, motions, and other court filings in both state and federal courts.
- Discovery Management: Oversee and execute written discovery, manage complex e-discovery and large-scale document reviews, and handle deficiency conferences.
- Depositions & Court Appearances: Take and defend depositions, prepare witnesses, and represent clients at hearings, arbitrations, mediations, and oral arguments.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
- Education: Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA-accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
- Bar Admission: Active, good-standing admission to the Massachusetts Bar. Multi-state admission (particularly CT, ME, NJ, NY, or RI) is a plus.
- Experience: 3 to 6 years of civil defense litigation experience (prior experience in toxic tort, product liability, or commercial litigation is highly preferred).
- Advocacy Skills: Superior legal research capabilities paired with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strategic Execution: Highly organized critical thinker with the capacity to navigate complex, fast-moving matters and handle competing deadlines smoothly.
- Client-Centric Focus: Deep commitment to providing high-touch client service and a proactive interest in supporting firm business development and growth.
BENEFITS
- 401(k)
- Pre-tax Flexible Spending, Dependent Care, and Commuter Reimbursement Plans
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Short Term/Long Term Disability
- Paid Family Medical Leave
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SCHEDULE
Monday to Friday
This is an office-based position (Boston) with the flexibility to work remotely one day per week, subject to firm policies.
It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, age, military discharge status, handicap, disability, or any other status protected by law.
PAY
$130,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year
WORK LOCATION
In person
INTRODUCTION
Cetrulo LLP is a premier regional defense firm with a national reach. We specialize in mass tort, product liability, and other complex litigation. With offices in Massachusetts, New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Maine, we are proud of our many long-lasting client relationships and our record of sophisticated, quality, and cost-effective representation.
We are seeking a highly motivated and talented Litigation Associate to join our team. This role offers the opportunity to engage in sophisticated, high-stakes defense litigation while collaborating closely with experienced partners. The ideal candidate possesses an ownership mentality, exceptional analytical skills, and a strong drive to deliver top-tier results for our clients.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Case Strategy & Analysis: Conduct thorough legal analysis, evaluate case merits, and partner with senior counsel to develop innovative, forward-looking defense strategies.
- Pleadings & Motions: Draft persuasive pleadings, motions, and other court filings in both state and federal courts.
- Discovery Management: Oversee and execute written discovery, manage complex e-discovery and large-scale document reviews, and handle deficiency conferences.
- Depositions & Court Appearances: Take and defend depositions, prepare witnesses, and represent clients at hearings, arbitrations, mediations, and oral arguments.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
- Education: Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA-accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
- Bar Admission: Active, good-standing admission to the Massachusetts Bar. Multi-state admission (particularly CT, ME, NJ, NY, or RI) is a plus.
- Experience: 3 to 6 years of civil defense litigation experience (prior experience in toxic tort, product liability, or commercial litigation is highly preferred).
- Advocacy Skills: Superior legal research capabilities paired with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strategic Execution: Highly organized critical thinker with the capacity to navigate complex, fast-moving matters and handle competing deadlines smoothly.
- Client-Centric Focus: Deep commitment to providing high-touch client service and a proactive interest in supporting firm business development and growth.
BENEFITS
- 401(k)
- Pre-tax Flexible Spending, Dependent Care, and Commuter Reimbursement Plans
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Short Term/Long Term Disability
- Paid Family Medical Leave
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SCHEDULE
Monday to Friday
This is an office-based position (Boston) with the flexibility to work remotely one day per week, subject to firm policies.
It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, age, military discharge status, handicap, disability, or any other status protected by law.
PAY
$130,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year
WORK LOCATION
In person
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Litigation Associate
Verify your bar admission timing
Your H-1B petition can't be filed until you hold an active bar license in the state where you'll practice. Conditional admission or pending bar results will stall the USCIS filing, so coordinate your exam timeline with your start date carefully.
Check the LCA against your worksite
Litigation Associates often travel between courthouses, client offices, and co-counsel locations. Each primary worksite needs its own certified LCA. Confirm with your firm's immigration counsel which locations are covered before you accept assignments outside the designated offices.
Find firms with active H-1B filing history
Use Migrate Mate to identify law firms and corporate legal departments that have consistently sponsored H-1B visas for attorney roles. Verified DOL Labor Condition Application data shows which employers file regularly, so you can prioritize firms with a real track record.
Distinguish Biglaw from boutique sponsorship practices
Large firms typically have dedicated immigration counsel and handle H-1B filings in-house, while boutique litigation firms may sponsor case-by-case. Ask directly during the offer stage whether the firm has an established H-1B process or relies on outside immigration attorneys.
Use the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating
Your employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location. Run the OFLC Wage Search for the Lawyers occupation in your city before salary discussions so you know the floor the LCA must certify and can negotiate above it.
Account for the H-1B cap in your hiring timeline
The H-1B cap selection rules have changed recently, and cap-subject petitions have a fixed employment start date. If you're not already on H-1B status, build that constraint into your offer timeline and ask the firm whether they'll cover premium processing to confirm your status faster.
H-1B Visa Litigation Associate: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Litigation Associate role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. Attorney positions, including Litigation Associate roles, require a J.D. from an accredited law school as a minimum entry requirement, which satisfies the specialty occupation standard USCIS applies. Bar admission in the relevant state is also required, and your employer will document both the degree requirement and your credentials in the I-129 petition.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Litigation Associate positions?
Sponsoring employers range from Am Law 100 firms to mid-size litigation boutiques and corporate in-house legal departments. The most reliable way to identify them is to search Migrate Mate, where employers are listed based on verified DOL Labor Condition Application filing history for attorney roles. This filters out firms that claim to sponsor but have no documented filings.
Can my H-1B cover litigation work across multiple office locations?
Not automatically. Each primary worksite requires its own certified LCA filed with DOL before you begin working there. If your firm has offices in multiple cities and expects you to work from more than one, your employer must file separate LCAs for each location. Short-term placements under 60 days may qualify for a short-term placement exception, but regular assignments require full LCA coverage.
How does the H-1B status period affect long-term employment at a law firm?
H-1B status is granted for up to three years initially and can be extended to a six-year maximum. Beyond six years, continued H-1B extensions require an approved or pending employment-based green card petition at a qualifying stage. Law firms that sponsor associates for the long term typically begin the PERM labor certification process well before the six-year cap becomes an issue.
What documents should I prepare before applying to H-1B sponsoring firms?
You'll need your J.D. diploma, official law school transcripts, active bar admission certificate, and any prior immigration documents such as your current visa status and I-94 record. If your law degree is from a foreign institution, a credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization helps establish equivalency. Having these ready speeds up the LCA and I-129 preparation once an offer is extended.