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Legal Assistant roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under USMCA for Canadian and Mexican professionals with a relevant post-secondary credential or bachelor's degree in a legal field. Unlike H-1B visa, there's no lottery for Canadians, and TN status can be renewed indefinitely in two-year increments as long as you hold a qualifying offer.
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Who is Saint Louis University? Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities. SLU, which also has a campus in Madrid, Spain, is recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service.
ABOUT THE ROLE
SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF LAW, a Catholic, Jesuit institution dedicated to student learning, research, health care, and social justice, seeks applicants for a tenure-track or tenured appointment in the School of Law, beginning Fall 2027. The School of Law seeks faculty members committed to excellence in teaching, engaged scholarship, and public service, with a principal focus on business, commercial, and contracts law. Candidates who can also teach real property are strongly preferred, as business law, commercial law, contracts, and real property are core curricular needs.
Candidates with the ability to teach in international/comparative law or labor and employment law are a plus, particularly when paired with the core subjects above. Additional expertise in complementary specialties is welcome but secondary to the core teaching needs.
Saint Louis University is an R1-designated Jesuit institution in the city of St. Louis. The School of Law is located downtown, just steps away from federal, state, and municipal courthouses. St. Louis boasts an affordable cost of living, easy commutes, and a strong housing market.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Qualifications for this position include a J.D. degree, academic excellence, and outstanding teaching and scholarly promise. Consideration of applications and nominations for this position will begin as they are received and will continue until the position is filled. Applications should include a cover letter, CV, names of references, and information regarding teaching and scholarly interest(s), and may be submitted online. Please direct any questions to Professor Sam Jordan, Search Committee Chair, at slulawhiring@slu.edu.
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Nonmedical Primary Appointment <12 mo.
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. If accommodations are needed for completing the application and/or with the interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 314-977-5847.
INTRODUCTION
Who is Saint Louis University? Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities. SLU, which also has a campus in Madrid, Spain, is recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service.
ABOUT THE ROLE
SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF LAW, a Catholic, Jesuit institution dedicated to student learning, research, health care, and social justice, seeks applicants for a tenure-track or tenured appointment in the School of Law, beginning Fall 2027. The School of Law seeks faculty members committed to excellence in teaching, engaged scholarship, and public service, with a principal focus on business, commercial, and contracts law. Candidates who can also teach real property are strongly preferred, as business law, commercial law, contracts, and real property are core curricular needs.
Candidates with the ability to teach in international/comparative law or labor and employment law are a plus, particularly when paired with the core subjects above. Additional expertise in complementary specialties is welcome but secondary to the core teaching needs.
Saint Louis University is an R1-designated Jesuit institution in the city of St. Louis. The School of Law is located downtown, just steps away from federal, state, and municipal courthouses. St. Louis boasts an affordable cost of living, easy commutes, and a strong housing market.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Qualifications for this position include a J.D. degree, academic excellence, and outstanding teaching and scholarly promise. Consideration of applications and nominations for this position will begin as they are received and will continue until the position is filled. Applications should include a cover letter, CV, names of references, and information regarding teaching and scholarly interest(s), and may be submitted online. Please direct any questions to Professor Sam Jordan, Search Committee Chair, at slulawhiring@slu.edu.
Function
Nonmedical Primary Appointment <12 mo.
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. If accommodations are needed for completing the application and/or with the interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 314-977-5847.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Legal Assistant
Match your credential to the role
TN visa status for Legal Assistants requires a post-secondary credential in a legal field, not just work experience. Confirm your paralegal certificate, law diploma, or relevant bachelor's degree maps directly to the job description before applying.
Target law firms with cross-border practice groups
Firms handling immigration, trade, or corporate transactions across the U.S.-Canada or U.S.-Mexico border regularly sponsor TN workers and understand the filing process. Their HR teams are less likely to reject your application over unfamiliarity with TN status.
Search TN-sponsored roles through Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Legal Assistant openings by employers with active TN visa sponsorship history. This cuts the time spent cold-applying to firms that won't sponsor international candidates.
Prepare a TN support letter before offer stage
Draft a template employer support letter describing your Legal Assistant duties, your credential, and how the role qualifies as a specialty occupation under USMCA. Having this ready lets you guide employers who are willing but unfamiliar with the process.
Canadians can file at the port of entry
As a Canadian citizen, you don't need to wait for USCIS approval or a consular appointment. Present your job offer letter, credential documents, and TN application at a land border or preclearance airport to get status on the same day.
Understand the Mexican TN consular route early
Mexican nationals must apply through a U.S. consulate and face a numerical cap on TN approvals. Build consular appointment lead time into your job search timeline and confirm your employer is prepared to proceed under this route.
Legal Assistant TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Legal Assistant role actually qualify for TN status?
Yes, but the job title alone isn't enough. The position must require a specialized post-secondary credential in a legal field, and your actual duties must align with professional legal support work. Roles that are primarily clerical or administrative without a legal credential requirement don't qualify. Your offer letter needs to clearly describe the substantive legal tasks involved.
How does TN compare to H-1B for Legal Assistant positions?
TN is almost always the faster and simpler path. H-1B requires a lottery entry in April, employer sponsorship months in advance, and USCIS adjudication that can take several months. TN has no lottery for Canadians, no annual cap competition, and can be approved at the border the same day you present your documents. For Mexican nationals, the TN consular route is still faster than the H-1B cycle.
What documents does my employer need to provide for my TN application?
Your employer needs to provide a signed support letter on company letterhead describing your job title, duties, the USMCA basis for your TN classification, your anticipated start date, and your compensation structure. They don't need to file anything separately with USCIS before you apply. The letter accompanies your credential documents and the TN application form at the port of entry or consulate.
Where can I find Legal Assistant jobs that already offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search Legal Assistant openings filtered by employers with recent visa filings and experience sponsoring work visas. This avoids the common frustration of progressing through interview rounds only to learn the employer won't support a TN application. Searching with sponsorship experience as a filter from the start saves significant time in your job search.
Can I switch employers after starting a Legal Assistant role on TN status?
Yes, but your TN status is tied to the specific employer and position approved at entry. Changing employers requires a new TN application, either at the border or through a USCIS change of status filing. You can't start work with the new employer until the new TN is approved. Planning your transition timeline with the new employer before leaving your current role avoids a gap in authorized work status.