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General Counsel roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's lawyer category, covering in-house legal leadership positions at U.S. companies. Canadian citizens can enter without a cap; Mexican citizens fall under the annual TN allocation. Your law degree and bar admission are the core credentials officers review at the border.
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09-28-2026
Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
Job Summary
The Senior Counsel or Assistant General Counsel – Regulatory will work under the direction of and report to the Associate General – Regulatory, Generation, and Energy Services and provide legal support to AEP’s vertically integrated operating companies in the preparation and litigation of Integrated Resource Plans and Certificates of Public Convenience and Necessity, and similar proceedings, related to the development and acquisition of generating assets.
Job Description
What You'll Do:
- Provide timely and appropriate legal advice regarding the legal interests of the Company. Review, analyze, and interpret laws, regulations, and judicial and administrative decisions and other legal materials affecting matters relating to Company operations and interests.
- Review proposed legislation and regulations and provide input in the formulation of the Company's position through preparation of amended language and other documentation to support or oppose legislation and regulations.
- Support each of the AEP vertically integrated operating companies (Appalachian Power Company, Indiana Michigan Power Company, Kentucky Power Company, Wheeling Power Company, Public Service Company of Oklahoma, and Southwestern Electric Power Company) in preparing and litigating Integrated Resource Plans and Certificates of Public Convenience and Necessity, and similar proceedings, before each company’s respective state regulatory commission.
- Align work with the goals of the AEP Legal Department; work with other in-house and outside counsel on legal matters; participate in the management of outside legal resources as necessary.
- Possess comprehensive knowledge of AEP’s competitive positions, goals, and objectives and how legal decisions impact the operating companies and the American Electric Power Service Corporation’s business units; provide legal services to reduce legal and regulatory risk, while supporting the operating company’s or business unit’s objectives.
- Demonstrate the highest standards of ethical behavior and support the Company's Principles of Business Conduct.
- Assume other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
What We're Looking For:
Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree and Juris Doctorate.
Experience:
- Eight plus years of experience as a practicing regulatory attorney in private practice or in a corporate legal department.
Certifications/Licenses:
- Active license to practice law in at least one of the AEP vertically integrated operating company jurisdictions (VA, WV, IN, OK, LA) or Ohio.
Other Must Haves:
- Ability to promote teamwork and build relationships within the team to get work accomplished.
- Ability to take initiative and work independently of direct supervision.
Where You'll Work:
- On-Site in Columbus, OH; Charleston, WV; Ft. Wayne, IN; Indianapolis, IN; Oklahoma City, OK; Tulsa, OK; Richmond, VA; or Shreveport, LA.
What You'll Get:
- Base salary
- Annual bonus
- Long-term incentive
- 401K match
- AEP Pension
- Comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.
Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do!
At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!
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AEPCareers
Compensation Data
Compensation Grade:
SP20-012
Compensation Range:
$160,434.00 - $245,080.00
The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.
Job Posting End Date
09-28-2026
Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
Job Summary
The Senior Counsel or Assistant General Counsel – Regulatory will work under the direction of and report to the Associate General – Regulatory, Generation, and Energy Services and provide legal support to AEP’s vertically integrated operating companies in the preparation and litigation of Integrated Resource Plans and Certificates of Public Convenience and Necessity, and similar proceedings, related to the development and acquisition of generating assets.
Job Description
What You'll Do:
- Provide timely and appropriate legal advice regarding the legal interests of the Company. Review, analyze, and interpret laws, regulations, and judicial and administrative decisions and other legal materials affecting matters relating to Company operations and interests.
- Review proposed legislation and regulations and provide input in the formulation of the Company's position through preparation of amended language and other documentation to support or oppose legislation and regulations.
- Support each of the AEP vertically integrated operating companies (Appalachian Power Company, Indiana Michigan Power Company, Kentucky Power Company, Wheeling Power Company, Public Service Company of Oklahoma, and Southwestern Electric Power Company) in preparing and litigating Integrated Resource Plans and Certificates of Public Convenience and Necessity, and similar proceedings, before each company’s respective state regulatory commission.
- Align work with the goals of the AEP Legal Department; work with other in-house and outside counsel on legal matters; participate in the management of outside legal resources as necessary.
- Possess comprehensive knowledge of AEP’s competitive positions, goals, and objectives and how legal decisions impact the operating companies and the American Electric Power Service Corporation’s business units; provide legal services to reduce legal and regulatory risk, while supporting the operating company’s or business unit’s objectives.
- Demonstrate the highest standards of ethical behavior and support the Company's Principles of Business Conduct.
- Assume other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
What We're Looking For:
Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree and Juris Doctorate.
Experience:
- Eight plus years of experience as a practicing regulatory attorney in private practice or in a corporate legal department.
Certifications/Licenses:
- Active license to practice law in at least one of the AEP vertically integrated operating company jurisdictions (VA, WV, IN, OK, LA) or Ohio.
Other Must Haves:
- Ability to promote teamwork and build relationships within the team to get work accomplished.
- Ability to take initiative and work independently of direct supervision.
Where You'll Work:
- On-Site in Columbus, OH; Charleston, WV; Ft. Wayne, IN; Indianapolis, IN; Oklahoma City, OK; Tulsa, OK; Richmond, VA; or Shreveport, LA.
What You'll Get:
- Base salary
- Annual bonus
- Long-term incentive
- 401K match
- AEP Pension
- Comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.
Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do!
At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!
LI-ONSITE
AEPCareers
Compensation Data
Compensation Grade:
SP20-012
Compensation Range:
$160,434.00 - $245,080.00
The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in General Counsel
Confirm your bar admission transfers cleanly
TN visa classification for lawyers requires bar admission in at least one jurisdiction. If you're licensed in a Canadian province or Mexican state, verify that your credential letter explicitly states active good standing, not just graduation from law school.
Target companies with existing legal departments
In-house General Counsel roles at companies with established legal teams are far easier to convert to TN sponsorship. Their HR and finance teams already understand the compliance requirements, which shortens your negotiation over filing timelines significantly.
Secure a detailed offer letter before the border
Canadian citizens present TN documentation directly at a port of entry. Your offer letter must specify the legal duties, confirm you'll function as principal legal officer, and name the USMCA lawyer category. Vague titles like 'legal advisor' can trigger additional questioning.
Use Migrate Mate to find employers already sponsoring TN roles
Search Migrate Mate to identify companies actively hiring General Counsel candidates under TN visa sponsorship. It filters roles by visa type so you're not spending time on positions where the employer hasn't yet committed to sponsoring international legal professionals.
Prepare for Mexican nationals' consular appointment timeline
Mexican citizens must obtain TN status through a U.S. consulate, unlike Canadians who qualify at the border. Factor in consular appointment availability when negotiating your start date with the employer, since backlogs can run several weeks.
Clarify the company's legal structure before accepting
General Counsel roles at subsidiaries of foreign parent companies sometimes complicate TN filings when the employing entity shifts mid-process. Confirm in writing which U.S. legal entity is your employer of record before your offer letter is finalized.
General Counsel TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does the General Counsel role qualify for TN visa status?
Yes, General Counsel positions qualify under the USMCA's lawyer occupational category, which covers legal roles requiring a law degree and active bar admission. The key is that your duties must be primarily legal in nature. Purely executive or administrative responsibilities without a legal function can put the classification at risk.
How does TN visa sponsorship for General Counsel compare to H-1B?
TN has no annual lottery, no cap for Canadian citizens, and no multi-month USCIS adjudication wait. Canadian applicants can receive TN status at the border the same day. H-1B visa requires USCIS petitioning, often takes six months or more, and is subject to an annual lottery with roughly a one-in-four selection rate. For qualified Canadian and Mexican lawyers, TN is a faster and more predictable path.
Where can I find General Counsel jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. It surfaces in-house General Counsel roles at companies that have indicated openness to TN visa sponsorship, so you can skip screening calls with employers unfamiliar with the USMCA lawyer category. Standard job boards don't filter by visa type, which wastes time for Canadian and Mexican professionals.
Can a General Counsel on TN status become a permanent employee?
TN status does not allow immigrant intent, meaning you cannot simultaneously pursue a green card while holding TN status. Some General Counsel candidates transition to an EB-1 or EB-2 National Interest Waiver path through a separate process, but this requires careful timing with immigration counsel to avoid jeopardizing the nonimmigrant classification.
What documents does a General Counsel applicant need for TN sponsorship?
You'll need a detailed employer offer letter specifying your legal duties and the USMCA lawyer category, proof of bar admission in good standing from a recognized jurisdiction, and your law degree. Canadian citizens present these at a U.S. port of entry. Mexican citizens file through a U.S. consulate and will also need a DS-160 and appointment confirmation.