TN Visa Assistant Counsel Jobs
Assistant Counsel roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's attorney and lawyer category, covering in-house legal advisory work for U.S. employers. Canadian citizens can enter without a cap; Mexican nationals face a separate allocation. Employers file the TN petition, making sponsorship a standard part of the hiring process for qualified legal professionals.
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The Sr Corporate Counsel is a corporate generalist with health law experience who can address legal issues from a commercial perspective. Primary responsibilities include drafting and negotiating contracts of many types and counseling internal clients on a broad range of business, compliance, healthcare and regulatory (Federal and State) matters. The Sr Corporate Counsel will serve as a key strategic partner to our business teams.
SALARY RANGE: $180,000 to $230,000/year + 25% Annual Incentive Plan + LTI
Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.
BENEFITS INFORMATION:
We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects – physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:
- Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
- Best-in-class well-being programs
- Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®
- healthyMINDS mental health program
- Vacation and Health/Flex Time
- 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
- FinFit financial coaching and services
- 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Annual incentive plans
- Matching gifts program
- Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
- Career advancement opportunities
- …and so much more!
Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply.
While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.
Responsibilities:
- Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements including: MSAs and related SOWs, DPAs/BAAs, reseller and collaboration agreements, and data licensing.
- Lead complex, multi-threaded negotiations with enterprise customers and strategic partners; balance risk with business velocity and articulate practical paths to signature.
- Advise sales, channels, product, security, finance, and procurement on commercial strategy, legal risk, privacy, and compliance; provide clear, practical guidance under tight timelines.
- Continuously improve (not build from scratch) contract templates, fallback positions, and negotiation playbooks; streamline approvals and escalations to reduce cycle time.
- Manage outside counsel on overflow and specialized matters; ensure quality and cost discipline.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
The ideal candidate will possess a solid understanding of the health care industry and applicable laws and regulations impacting health care providers, and exceptional transactional skills. Desirable experience includes:
- A Doctor of Jurisprudence (J.D.) or equivalent degree is required.
- Must be admitted to at least one state bar, or be eligible for licensure as a registered in-house counsel Juris Doctor Degree.
- Minimum of seven to ten years of experience as a practicing attorney.
- Previous in-house experience is preferred.
- Significant experience in drafting and negotiating contracts in a health care setting.
- Experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial health care agreements.
- Healthcare industry experience and familiarity with HIPAA and other U.S. privacy laws.
- Experience developing procedures and protocols for contract reviews.
- Experience in data analytics and/or consumer-facing health care.
- Strong legal drafting skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills, including diplomacy and flexibility, and the ability to communicate effectively with partners at all levels.
- Good judgment and ability to maintain an objective perspective, particularly when resolving legal risk of clinical matters.
- Ability to work well independently and on a team, and the ability to prioritize effectively.
- Proficient using Artificial Intelligence tools for contracting and research.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.
INTRODUCTION
The Sr Corporate Counsel is a corporate generalist with health law experience who can address legal issues from a commercial perspective. Primary responsibilities include drafting and negotiating contracts of many types and counseling internal clients on a broad range of business, compliance, healthcare and regulatory (Federal and State) matters. The Sr Corporate Counsel will serve as a key strategic partner to our business teams.
SALARY RANGE: $180,000 to $230,000/year + 25% Annual Incentive Plan + LTI
Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.
BENEFITS INFORMATION:
We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects – physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:
- Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
- Best-in-class well-being programs
- Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®
- healthyMINDS mental health program
- Vacation and Health/Flex Time
- 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
- FinFit financial coaching and services
- 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Annual incentive plans
- Matching gifts program
- Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
- Career advancement opportunities
- …and so much more!
Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply.
While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.
Responsibilities:
- Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements including: MSAs and related SOWs, DPAs/BAAs, reseller and collaboration agreements, and data licensing.
- Lead complex, multi-threaded negotiations with enterprise customers and strategic partners; balance risk with business velocity and articulate practical paths to signature.
- Advise sales, channels, product, security, finance, and procurement on commercial strategy, legal risk, privacy, and compliance; provide clear, practical guidance under tight timelines.
- Continuously improve (not build from scratch) contract templates, fallback positions, and negotiation playbooks; streamline approvals and escalations to reduce cycle time.
- Manage outside counsel on overflow and specialized matters; ensure quality and cost discipline.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
The ideal candidate will possess a solid understanding of the health care industry and applicable laws and regulations impacting health care providers, and exceptional transactional skills. Desirable experience includes:
- A Doctor of Jurisprudence (J.D.) or equivalent degree is required.
- Must be admitted to at least one state bar, or be eligible for licensure as a registered in-house counsel Juris Doctor Degree.
- Minimum of seven to ten years of experience as a practicing attorney.
- Previous in-house experience is preferred.
- Significant experience in drafting and negotiating contracts in a health care setting.
- Experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial health care agreements.
- Healthcare industry experience and familiarity with HIPAA and other U.S. privacy laws.
- Experience developing procedures and protocols for contract reviews.
- Experience in data analytics and/or consumer-facing health care.
- Strong legal drafting skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills, including diplomacy and flexibility, and the ability to communicate effectively with partners at all levels.
- Good judgment and ability to maintain an objective perspective, particularly when resolving legal risk of clinical matters.
- Ability to work well independently and on a team, and the ability to prioritize effectively.
- Proficient using Artificial Intelligence tools for contracting and research.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Assistant Counsel
Verify your bar admission meets TN requirements
TN visa classification for Assistant Counsel requires a law degree and bar membership from Canada or Mexico. Confirm your credentials satisfy the attorney category before applying, since provincial or state bar equivalency determinations can affect eligibility.
Target in-house legal teams at large employers
Corporate legal departments at publicly traded companies and regulated industries routinely hire Assistant Counsel on TN status. These employers already have HR infrastructure to support TN sponsorship, unlike smaller firms that may be unfamiliar with the process.
Search TN-sponsored legal roles through Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Assistant Counsel openings by TN visa sponsorship availability, so you're not cold-applying to employers who haven't considered sponsoring. It cuts the research stage significantly for Canadian and Mexican legal professionals.
Distinguish your advisory scope in the job offer letter
The offer letter must clearly describe your legal advisory duties, not general business functions. CBP officers review this at the port of entry for Canadian applicants, so vague job descriptions are a common TN denial trigger for Assistant Counsel roles.
Understand the TN renewal timeline for legal roles
TN status is granted in three-year increments with no cap on renewals, so long as employment continues in a qualifying legal role. Start the renewal process at least 90 days before your current status expires to avoid any gap in authorization.
Prepare foreign credential documentation before interviews
If your law degree is from a non-U.S. institution, have a credential evaluation ready before the offer stage. Some U.S. employers and CBP officers request evidence that your foreign legal education meets the TN attorney category standard.
Assistant Counsel TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Assistant Counsel role qualify for TN visa status?
Yes, Assistant Counsel positions qualify under the TN attorney and lawyer occupational category when the role involves providing legal advice and counsel. The job offer must describe substantive legal advisory duties tied to your law degree and bar admission. Roles that blend legal work with general management functions can face additional scrutiny at the port of entry or during USCIS review.
How does TN compare to H-1B for Assistant Counsel positions?
TN has no annual lottery and no cap for Canadian citizens, making it far more predictable than H-1B visa for legal professionals. Canadians can obtain TN status at the port of entry on the day they start. H-1B requires employer sponsorship through a randomized lottery with a March registration window, and demand consistently exceeds the annual cap, meaning selection is not guaranteed.
Where can I find Assistant Counsel jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lists Assistant Counsel roles filtered by TN visa sponsorship, which lets you focus on employers who have already committed to sponsoring rather than asking companies to consider it mid-process. This is especially useful for Canadian and Mexican legal professionals who need confirmed sponsorship before relocating or accepting an offer.
Can Mexican nationals get TN status for Assistant Counsel roles?
Yes, Mexican nationals qualify for TN status in the attorney category, but the process differs from Canada. Mexicans must apply at a U.S. consulate for a TN visa rather than seeking admission directly at a land border or airport. The consular process adds lead time, so build in several weeks between an accepted offer and your intended start date.
What documents does an employer need to sponsor TN status for an Assistant Counsel hire?
The employer prepares a detailed offer letter describing your legal advisory duties, your law degree requirements, and the duration of employment. You'll provide proof of your law degree and bar admission. For Canadian citizens, this package is presented directly to CBP at the port of entry. USCIS handles TN petitions filed from within the U.S. or for Mexican nationals in certain situations.