H-1B Visa Real Estate Attorney Jobs
Real estate attorneys qualify for H-1B sponsorship under the specialty occupation standard, which requires a J.D. and state bar admission. Law firms, title companies, REITs, and in-house legal teams at commercial developers all file H-1B petitions for this role, with cap-subject filings opening each April.
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Established in 1991, Collabera has been a leader in IT staffing for over 22 years and is one of the largest diversity IT staffing firms in the industry. As a half a billion dollar IT company, with more than 9,000 professionals across 30+ offices, Collabera offers comprehensive, cost-effective IT staffing & IT Services. We provide services to Fortune 500 and mid-size companies to meet their talent needs with high quality IT resources through Staff Augmentation, Global Talent Management, Value Added Services through CLASS (Competency Leveraged Advanced Staffing & Solutions) Permanent Placement Services and Vendor Management Programs.
Collabera recognizes true potential of human capital and provides people the right opportunities for growth and professional excellence. Collabera offers a full range of benefits to its employees including paid vacations, holidays, personal days, Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, 401K retirement savings plan, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Real Estate - Attorney
Work Location: Remote Work (State of CA)
Duration: 3+ months.
- The Practical Law business within Thomson Reuters is looking for temporary contractors with substantial California experience in real estate transactions, especially leasing, financing, purchase and sale and contract drafting, to fill the role of Real Estate State Specialist contractors who will write and edit practical guidance for California lawyers.
- In addition to general real estate transactions experience, the ideal candidate will have experience with both residential and commercial real estate contract drafting.
Responsibilities:
Practical Law is looking for temporary Real Estate State Specialist contractors to work on documents to publish with our online services. Each Real Estate State Specialist contractor will:
- Research, write, edit, and update state-specific real estate transactional resources in accordance with Practical Law writing style, including practice notes, checklists and standard documents explaining how to form corporate entities under state law, including guidance related to financing, leasing and ownership/purchase and sale for use by attorneys at law firms and in-house counsel.
REQUIREMENTS
- At least 6 years’ experience working as a real estate transactional attorney in a law firm or as in-house counsel in the specified jurisdiction.
- J.D. degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school.
- Bar admitted in California.
- Familiarity with a variety of real estate practice areas including ownership, leasing and financing of commercial and residential real estate.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
To know more about this position please contact:
Monil Narayan
973-929-3861
COMPANY DESCRIPTION
Established in 1991, Collabera has been a leader in IT staffing for over 22 years and is one of the largest diversity IT staffing firms in the industry. As a half a billion dollar IT company, with more than 9,000 professionals across 30+ offices, Collabera offers comprehensive, cost-effective IT staffing & IT Services. We provide services to Fortune 500 and mid-size companies to meet their talent needs with high quality IT resources through Staff Augmentation, Global Talent Management, Value Added Services through CLASS (Competency Leveraged Advanced Staffing & Solutions) Permanent Placement Services and Vendor Management Programs.
Collabera recognizes true potential of human capital and provides people the right opportunities for growth and professional excellence. Collabera offers a full range of benefits to its employees including paid vacations, holidays, personal days, Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, 401K retirement savings plan, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Real Estate - Attorney
Work Location: Remote Work (State of CA)
Duration: 3+ months.
- The Practical Law business within Thomson Reuters is looking for temporary contractors with substantial California experience in real estate transactions, especially leasing, financing, purchase and sale and contract drafting, to fill the role of Real Estate State Specialist contractors who will write and edit practical guidance for California lawyers.
- In addition to general real estate transactions experience, the ideal candidate will have experience with both residential and commercial real estate contract drafting.
Responsibilities:
Practical Law is looking for temporary Real Estate State Specialist contractors to work on documents to publish with our online services. Each Real Estate State Specialist contractor will:
- Research, write, edit, and update state-specific real estate transactional resources in accordance with Practical Law writing style, including practice notes, checklists and standard documents explaining how to form corporate entities under state law, including guidance related to financing, leasing and ownership/purchase and sale for use by attorneys at law firms and in-house counsel.
REQUIREMENTS
- At least 6 years’ experience working as a real estate transactional attorney in a law firm or as in-house counsel in the specified jurisdiction.
- J.D. degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school.
- Bar admitted in California.
- Familiarity with a variety of real estate practice areas including ownership, leasing and financing of commercial and residential real estate.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
To know more about this position please contact:
Monil Narayan
973-929-3861
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Real Estate Attorney
Target in-house legal teams at REITs
Publicly traded REITs and large commercial developers maintain in-house counsel departments that file H-1B petitions independently, bypassing the law firm partnership-track timeline. Their legal teams handle acquisition, leasing, and title work year-round.
Search LCA filings by SOC code on Migrate Mate
Filter DOL Labor Condition Application data by the real estate attorney SOC code to surface employers with verified H-1B filing history in this specialty. Migrate Mate surfaces this data by employer and role so you're not guessing who sponsors.
Confirm prevailing wage tier before negotiating offers
Run your target role and metro area through the OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer. Your offered salary must meet the DOL prevailing wage for the position, and Level I or II placements affect your negotiating floor.
Ask employers about cap-exempt filing options
Some real estate attorneys work for law schools or nonprofits affiliated with higher education institutions, which are cap-exempt employers. If you're between lottery cycles, a cap-exempt placement lets you start without waiting for an October 1 start date.
Prepare your specialty occupation documentation early
USCIS frequently issues RFEs for attorney roles, questioning whether the position always requires a J.D. Build your file with the employer's job description, organization chart, and a memo explaining why a law degree is a baseline requirement for the role.
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Find Real Estate Attorney JobsReal Estate Attorney H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a real estate attorney role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, provided the employer's position description requires a J.D. as a minimum entry requirement, not just a preference. USCIS applies a four-part test, and real estate attorneys generally satisfy it because the work involves legal analysis requiring a law degree. Employers should document why the role cannot be performed by someone without a J.D. to reduce RFE risk.
Which types of employers typically sponsor H-1B visas for real estate attorneys?
AmLaw 100 and regional law firms with real estate practices are the most common sponsors, but in-house legal teams at commercial REITs, title insurance companies, mortgage lenders, and large property developers also file H-1B petitions regularly. Use Migrate Mate to filter employers by verified LCA filing history specific to legal roles so you're targeting companies with a demonstrated sponsorship track record.
Can a real estate attorney change employers without losing H-1B status?
Yes. Under AC21 portability, you can transfer your H-1B to a new employer in a same or similar occupational classification once your petition has been pending for at least 180 days. Your new employer files an H-1B transfer petition, and you can begin working as soon as it's received by USCIS, without waiting for approval.
How does state bar admission affect the H-1B petition for this role?
USCIS expects you to hold an active bar license in the state where you'll be working, or to demonstrate you're actively pursuing one. If your admission is pending, the employer's attorney should address this in the petition cover letter. A suspended or inactive license can trigger an RFE or denial, so confirm your license status before the petition is filed.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for a real estate attorney H-1B petition?
The employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for the attorney occupation in the relevant metro area, determined by the OFLC Wage Search. The wage level assigned reflects your experience and the complexity of duties. USCIS will reject petitions where the offered salary falls below the certified LCA wage, so the offer letter and LCA must be consistent before filing.
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