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Trial Attorney roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations under USCIS standards, requiring a J.D. and bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction. Federal agencies, public defenders, prosecutors, and large litigation firms all sponsor H-1B visa petitions for attorneys, making this one of the more accessible legal paths to U.S. work authorization.
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The staff counsel office of Plymouth Rock Management Company of New Jersey located in Woodbridge; NJ seeks a full-time attorney with an insurance defense background to handle New Jersey and New York Personal Injury Protection (PIP) litigation. The attorney would be responsible for handling a mix of New Jersey PIP cases filed in Forthright and New Jersey Superior Court and New York PIP cases filed in AAA. The position would require the Attorney to analyze arbitration demands or lawsuits, prepare submissions and pleadings, conduct depositions and Examinations Under Oath and attend arbitrations, conferences, motions, and trials. The candidate must be organized, a team player, and able to handle a high volume of files, virtual appearances and in person appearances.
Responsibilities
- Handle all aspects of a high volume pending of 350 or more cases.
- Conduct depositions and Examinations Under Oath.
- Attend court conferences, arbitrations, motions and trials.
- Prepare PIP arbitration submissions and upload same to Forthright or AAA.
- Input and maintain information into case management system and ensure data integrity.
- Provide legal research, legal advice and direction to Claims on cases of significant exposure and complexity.
- Handle special projects as the need arises.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Possesses at least five years relevant PIP experience.
- Fully licensed to practice law in New Jersey.
- New York Bar Admission a plus but not required.
- Possesses an ability to analyze complex litigation assignments referred from Claims and prepare litigation action plans that address legal issues and defenses.
- Possesses excellent knowledge of NJ Rules of Evidence and Civil Procedure, as well as, NJ and NY No-Fault Arbitration rules.
- Possesses excellent knowledge of all aspects of Insurance Law, such as coverage questions, UM and UIM Coverage, No-Fault, etc.
- Possesses an aptitude to work independently in making decisions, in file handling and communicating those decisions to the proper parties.
- Must be able to work in a paperless environment.
- Possesses strong computer skills with working knowledge of MS Word and Outlook.
SALARY RANGE
The pay range for this position is $117,000 to $157,000 annually. Actual compensation will vary based on multiple factors, including employee knowledge and experience, role scope, business needs, geographical location, and internal equity.
PERKS & BENEFITS
- 4 weeks accrued paid time off + 8 paid national holidays per year, and 2 floating holidays
- Low cost and excellent coverage health insurance options that start on Day 1 (medical, dental, vision)
- Annual 401(k) Employer Contribution
- Resources to promote Professional Development (LinkedIn Learning and licensure assistance)
- Robust health and wellness program and fitness reimbursements
- Various Paid Family leave options including Paid Parental Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement
ABOUT THE COMPANY
The Plymouth Rock Company and its affiliated group of companies write and manage over $2 billion in personal and commercial auto and homeowner's insurance throughout the Northeast and mid-Atlantic, where we have built an unparalleled reputation for service. We continuously invest in technology, our employees thrive in our empowering environment, and our customers are among the most loyal in the industry. The Plymouth Rock group of companies employs more than 1,900 people and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. Plymouth Rock Assurance Corporation holds an A.M. Best rating of “A-/Excellent”.
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INTRODUCTION
The staff counsel office of Plymouth Rock Management Company of New Jersey located in Woodbridge; NJ seeks a full-time attorney with an insurance defense background to handle New Jersey and New York Personal Injury Protection (PIP) litigation. The attorney would be responsible for handling a mix of New Jersey PIP cases filed in Forthright and New Jersey Superior Court and New York PIP cases filed in AAA. The position would require the Attorney to analyze arbitration demands or lawsuits, prepare submissions and pleadings, conduct depositions and Examinations Under Oath and attend arbitrations, conferences, motions, and trials. The candidate must be organized, a team player, and able to handle a high volume of files, virtual appearances and in person appearances.
Responsibilities
- Handle all aspects of a high volume pending of 350 or more cases.
- Conduct depositions and Examinations Under Oath.
- Attend court conferences, arbitrations, motions and trials.
- Prepare PIP arbitration submissions and upload same to Forthright or AAA.
- Input and maintain information into case management system and ensure data integrity.
- Provide legal research, legal advice and direction to Claims on cases of significant exposure and complexity.
- Handle special projects as the need arises.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Possesses at least five years relevant PIP experience.
- Fully licensed to practice law in New Jersey.
- New York Bar Admission a plus but not required.
- Possesses an ability to analyze complex litigation assignments referred from Claims and prepare litigation action plans that address legal issues and defenses.
- Possesses excellent knowledge of NJ Rules of Evidence and Civil Procedure, as well as, NJ and NY No-Fault Arbitration rules.
- Possesses excellent knowledge of all aspects of Insurance Law, such as coverage questions, UM and UIM Coverage, No-Fault, etc.
- Possesses an aptitude to work independently in making decisions, in file handling and communicating those decisions to the proper parties.
- Must be able to work in a paperless environment.
- Possesses strong computer skills with working knowledge of MS Word and Outlook.
SALARY RANGE
The pay range for this position is $117,000 to $157,000 annually. Actual compensation will vary based on multiple factors, including employee knowledge and experience, role scope, business needs, geographical location, and internal equity.
PERKS & BENEFITS
- 4 weeks accrued paid time off + 8 paid national holidays per year, and 2 floating holidays
- Low cost and excellent coverage health insurance options that start on Day 1 (medical, dental, vision)
- Annual 401(k) Employer Contribution
- Resources to promote Professional Development (LinkedIn Learning and licensure assistance)
- Robust health and wellness program and fitness reimbursements
- Various Paid Family leave options including Paid Parental Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement
ABOUT THE COMPANY
The Plymouth Rock Company and its affiliated group of companies write and manage over $2 billion in personal and commercial auto and homeowner's insurance throughout the Northeast and mid-Atlantic, where we have built an unparalleled reputation for service. We continuously invest in technology, our employees thrive in our empowering environment, and our customers are among the most loyal in the industry. The Plymouth Rock group of companies employs more than 1,900 people and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. Plymouth Rock Assurance Corporation holds an A.M. Best rating of “A-/Excellent”.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Trial Attorney
Verify your bar admission meets specialty occupation
USCIS requires your J.D. and active bar admission to directly relate to the litigator role. If you're licensed in a different state than your employer's jurisdiction, document how federal court practice or your specific caseload bridges that gap.
Target federal agencies and public sector employers
DOJ components, public defender organizations, and federal prosecutor offices file H-1B petitions and are cap-exempt if affiliated with qualifying nonprofits or government entities, which removes lottery risk from your job search entirely.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter Trial Attorney roles by employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history using Migrate Mate. This surfaces law firms and legal departments that have actually sponsored attorneys before, not just posted roles without immigration support.
Confirm prevailing wage level before accepting an offer
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for your SOC code and metro area before negotiations. Your offered salary must meet or exceed the DOL-certified level on the LCA, and Level I wages for attorneys are often lower than market rate.
Ask explicitly about I-129 premium processing
Litigation departments have court deadlines that won't accommodate six-month standard processing. Ask your prospective employer whether they'll file premium processing through USCIS, which cuts adjudication to 15 business days and affects your actual start date.
Prepare a specialty occupation memo for your petition
Trial attorney roles face higher RFE rates than engineering or IT positions. Document that the specific role requires a J.D., not just a bachelor's degree, by referencing the job description, firm hiring standards, and the O*NET profile for attorneys.
H-1B Visa Trial Attorney: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Trial Attorney role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. USCIS treats Trial Attorney positions as specialty occupations because the role normally requires a J.D. and active bar admission in a related jurisdiction. Your employer's petition should document that the specific litigation work requires theoretical and practical application of law at the bachelor's-degree-equivalent level or higher, and that the firm or agency routinely hires only licensed attorneys for the role.
Which types of legal employers are most likely to sponsor H-1B visas for trial attorneys?
Federal government agencies, public interest law organizations, and large litigation firms are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for trial attorneys. Federal agencies and nonprofits affiliated with government bodies are often cap-exempt, meaning your petition bypasses the annual lottery. You can identify employers with active LCA filing history for legal roles by searching on Migrate Mate before applying.
Can I work as a Trial Attorney on H-1B if I'm only licensed in one state?
Yes, but the bar admission must be relevant to the actual work. Federal court practice doesn't require state bar admission in every jurisdiction, so many federal litigators hold a single state license. If your role involves state court proceedings outside your licensed jurisdiction, your employer may need to document pro hac vice admission or a supervising arrangement in the H-1B petition to satisfy USCIS specialty occupation requirements.
What happens to my H-1B status if my employer reassigns me from trial work to a transactional role?
A material change in job duties requires your employer to file an amended H-1B petition with USCIS before the reassignment takes effect. Moving from litigation to transactional work changes the SOC code, the prevailing wage basis, and potentially the specialty occupation justification. Failing to file an amendment puts your status at risk, so confirm with your employer that any role change triggers an amended I-129 filing.
Is there an H-1B cap issue I should know about when targeting government or nonprofit legal employers?
Cap-exempt employers, including government agencies, public universities, and nonprofits engaged in qualifying research or education, can file H-1B petitions at any time without competing in the annual lottery. For trial attorneys, this makes public defender offices, legal aid organizations, and DOJ-affiliated entities attractive targets. Cap-subject private law firms require selection in the annual USCIS registration lottery, which runs each spring for an October 1 start date.