OPT Corporate Attorney Jobs
Corporate Attorney jobs on OPT require an active EAD and a J.D. from a U.S. law school, plus bar admission in the state where you'll practice. Most roles are at law firms or in-house legal departments, and many sponsor H-1B visa after OPT. STEM OPT extension does not apply to J.D. programs.
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Corporate Attorney will provide legal counsel and advice to business partners on all aspects of commercial business transactions, including structure, key commercial terms and legal terms; answer questions and provide counsel on compliance; and provide training to business partners. This Attorney will serve as the primary legal partner to the E-Commerce, Marketing, Finance, and Store Operations business units, by providing pragmatic legal solutions and strategic business counsel.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for structuring, drafting and negotiating a wide variety of complex agreements for various business units and identifying and assessing risks.
- Review and approve marketing materials, including emails, signage, and flyers.
- Candidate should be familiar with one or more of the following: contract negotiation, marketing/advertising principles and regulations, and state privacy laws.
- Operate in a fast-paced environment that requires strong business judgment and firm understanding of business units being supported.
- Interface with vendors and their counsel.
- Consult with internal clients to understand business needs.
- Knowledge of antitrust and the ability to train others on complex legal subjects.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Juris Doctor degree with at least 3 years of legal experience at a law firm or in-house
- Experience in general contracting and negotiating
- Must be comfortable using the full Microsoft Office Suite
- Licensed to practice law in Tennessee or another state with the ability to obtain in-house counsel certification
BENEFITS
AutoZone offers thoughtful benefits programs with one-on-one benefits guidance designed to improve AutoZoners’ physical, mental and financial well-being.
All AutoZoners (Full-Time and Part-Time):
- Competitive pay
- Unrivaled company culture
- Medical, dental and vision plans
- Exclusive discounts and perks, including an AutoZone in-store discount
- 401(k) with company match and Stock Purchase Plan
- AutoZoners Living Well Program for free mental health support
- Opportunities for career growth
Additional Benefits for Full-Time AutoZoners:
- Paid time off
- Life, and short- and long-term disability insurance options
- Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts with wellness rewards
- Tuition reimbursement
Minimum age requirements may apply. Eligibility and waiting period requirements may apply; benefits for AutoZoners in Puerto Rico, Hawaii, or the U.S. Virgin Islands may differ. Learn more about all that AutoZone has to offer at Careers.AutoZone.com.
We proudly support Veterans, Active-duty Service Members, Reservists, National Guard and Military Families. Your experience is highly valued, and we encourage you to apply to join our team.
Online Application:
An online application is required. Click the Apply button to complete your application. For step-by-step instructions on how to apply visit careers.autozone.com/candidateresources.
AutoZone, and its subsidiary, ALLDATA are equal opportunity employers. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other legally protected categories.
INTRODUCTION
Corporate Attorney will provide legal counsel and advice to business partners on all aspects of commercial business transactions, including structure, key commercial terms and legal terms; answer questions and provide counsel on compliance; and provide training to business partners. This Attorney will serve as the primary legal partner to the E-Commerce, Marketing, Finance, and Store Operations business units, by providing pragmatic legal solutions and strategic business counsel.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for structuring, drafting and negotiating a wide variety of complex agreements for various business units and identifying and assessing risks.
- Review and approve marketing materials, including emails, signage, and flyers.
- Candidate should be familiar with one or more of the following: contract negotiation, marketing/advertising principles and regulations, and state privacy laws.
- Operate in a fast-paced environment that requires strong business judgment and firm understanding of business units being supported.
- Interface with vendors and their counsel.
- Consult with internal clients to understand business needs.
- Knowledge of antitrust and the ability to train others on complex legal subjects.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Juris Doctor degree with at least 3 years of legal experience at a law firm or in-house
- Experience in general contracting and negotiating
- Must be comfortable using the full Microsoft Office Suite
- Licensed to practice law in Tennessee or another state with the ability to obtain in-house counsel certification
BENEFITS
AutoZone offers thoughtful benefits programs with one-on-one benefits guidance designed to improve AutoZoners’ physical, mental and financial well-being.
All AutoZoners (Full-Time and Part-Time):
- Competitive pay
- Unrivaled company culture
- Medical, dental and vision plans
- Exclusive discounts and perks, including an AutoZone in-store discount
- 401(k) with company match and Stock Purchase Plan
- AutoZoners Living Well Program for free mental health support
- Opportunities for career growth
Additional Benefits for Full-Time AutoZoners:
- Paid time off
- Life, and short- and long-term disability insurance options
- Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts with wellness rewards
- Tuition reimbursement
Minimum age requirements may apply. Eligibility and waiting period requirements may apply; benefits for AutoZoners in Puerto Rico, Hawaii, or the U.S. Virgin Islands may differ. Learn more about all that AutoZone has to offer at Careers.AutoZone.com.
We proudly support Veterans, Active-duty Service Members, Reservists, National Guard and Military Families. Your experience is highly valued, and we encourage you to apply to join our team.
Online Application:
An online application is required. Click the Apply button to complete your application. For step-by-step instructions on how to apply visit careers.autozone.com/candidateresources.
AutoZone, and its subsidiary, ALLDATA are equal opportunity employers. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other legally protected categories.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Corporate Attorney
Target firms with a sponsorship track record
Large law firms and Fortune 500 in-house legal departments sponsor H-1B visa for associates far more often than boutique firms. Research a firm's past filings through DOL disclosure data before investing time in applications.
Clarify your OPT timeline upfront
Standard OPT gives you 12 months of work authorization. J.D. programs are not STEM-designated, so there is no 24-month extension. Know your end date before starting any role that requires visa sponsorship within the year.
Get bar admitted before OPT expires
Passing the bar exam while on OPT is critical. Employers can only sponsor attorneys who are licensed to practice. Waiting until after your EAD expires to sit for the bar creates a gap that most firms will not accommodate.
Highlight transactional or regulatory specialization
Corporate attorneys with a defined specialty, such as M&A, securities, or data privacy, are easier for employers to sponsor under the H-1B specialty occupation standard. Generalist framing makes the petition harder to support convincingly.
Ask about the H-1B lottery plan during the offer stage
Most law firms register associates in the H-1B lottery in March. Ask your recruiting contact when they register and whether they file cap-exempt petitions through a nonprofit affiliate, which some firms maintain to reduce lottery risk.
Use Migrate Mate to find OPT-friendly legal employers
Not every corporate law role is open to candidates who need visa sponsorship. Browse Migrate Mate to surface employers actively hiring OPT students for legal roles, so you focus your applications on firms already prepared to sponsor.
Corporate Attorney OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Corporate Attorney on OPT?
Yes, if you have a J.D. from a U.S. law school, an active EAD, and bar admission in the relevant state. Your OPT must be authorized for legal practice, meaning your employment must be directly related to your field of study. Corporate attorney roles in transactional law, compliance, or in-house counsel functions typically satisfy this requirement.
Does a J.D. qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
No. J.D. programs are not listed on the STEM Designated Degree Program list maintained by DHS, so graduates cannot apply for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Corporate attorney candidates on OPT have a maximum of 12 months of post-completion work authorization, which makes early H-1B planning with your employer essential.
How do law firms typically sponsor Corporate Attorneys for H-1B?
Most large firms register OPT associates in the H-1B cap lottery in March for an October 1 start date. If selected, the firm files a petition and the attorney transitions from OPT to H-1B status. Some firms also maintain cap-exempt nonprofit affiliates, allowing them to file H-1B petitions outside the lottery with no cap restriction.
What happens if my OPT expires before the H-1B takes effect?
If you are selected in the H-1B lottery and your OPT EAD expires before October 1, you may be eligible for a cap-gap extension. This automatically extends your OPT and F-1 status through September 30, allowing you to keep working legally. Your employer's immigration counsel should file the H-1B petition before your EAD expires to preserve the cap-gap.
Where can I find Corporate Attorney jobs that sponsor OPT students?
Migrate Mate lists corporate attorney and in-house legal roles from employers open to hiring OPT candidates. Filtering by visa sponsorship on Migrate Mate removes the guesswork of cold-applying to firms that will screen out international candidates. This is especially important in legal hiring, where sponsorship willingness varies significantly by firm size and practice area.