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Senior Litigation Counsel roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's "Lawyer" category, covering Canadian and Mexican attorneys with a law degree and bar admission. There's no lottery and no annual cap for Canadians. You'll need an active license and a U.S. employer ready to document the role's legal nature before your port of entry or consular appointment.
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Get Access To All JobsABOUT THE ROLE: Building on Transdev’s purpose and values, the Employment Litigation Counsel will act as a member of the Corporate Legal Department with a concentration on employment law across all divisions of the Company. On a corporate level, the duties may also include general legal assignments in respect to all divisions of the Company. This attorney will have significant cross-functional interface with Human Resources Department and business leadership in the field.
ANNUAL SALARY RANGE: $144,000-$180,000
Benefits may vary depending on location policy. The below represents the standard Corporate Policy.
- Vacation: minimum of two (2) weeks
- Sick days: 5 days
- Holidays: 12 days; 8 standard and 4 floating
- Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability.
This position is based at the Transdev US Lombard, IL (Chicago area) HQ office and will require travel throughout the US based on business need (approx. 20%).
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Employment Law Counseling and Advice
- Provide day-to-day legal advice and practical guidance to Human Resources, operations leadership, and business partners on a broad range of employment law matters, including hiring, performance management, discipline, leaves of absence, accommodations, compensation, benefits, employee conduct issues, and terminations.
- Partner with Human Resources and business leaders to evaluate legal risk and develop practical solutions to complex employee relations issues.
- Advise management on high-risk employment decisions and workplace concerns while balancing legal, operational, and business objectives.
- Serve as a trusted legal advisor supporting a large, multi-state and multi-site workforce across numerous jurisdictions.
- Provide guidance regarding federal, state, and local employment laws, with significant emphasis on California employment law compliance.
- Advise on wage and hour issues, meal and rest break requirements, pay transparency, pay reporting, disability accommodations, leaves of absence, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wrongful termination matters.
- Monitor legal developments and provide proactive recommendations regarding changes in employment laws affecting company operations.
Employment Litigation Management
- Manage and oversee a nationwide employment litigation docket, including individual lawsuits, class actions, collective actions, representative actions, arbitrations, and administrative proceedings.
- Direct and manage outside counsel through all stages of litigation, including case assessment, discovery, depositions, mediation, trial preparation, trial, and appeal.
- Develop litigation strategies, evaluate legal exposure, establish litigation budgets, and provide regular updates to senior leadership regarding significant employment matters.
- Review pleadings, motions, discovery responses, settlement proposals, and litigation budgets to ensure effective and cost-efficient representation.
Government Agency and Administrative Proceedings
- Lead responses to complaints, audits, investigations, and enforcement actions involving agencies such as the EEOC, Department of Labor, OSHA, state civil rights agencies, state labor departments, and similar regulatory bodies.
- Prepare and coordinate position statements, witness interviews, factual investigations, and agency responses.
- Negotiate settlements and resolutions of administrative charges, litigation claims, and pre-litigation disputes.
Workplace Investigations and Employee Relations
- Advise Human Resources and management regarding internal investigations involving allegations of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, misconduct, policy violations, ethics concerns, and wage and hour issues.
- Evaluate investigation findings, assess legal risk, and recommend corrective action, discipline, and other appropriate responses.
- Ensure investigations are conducted in a thorough, consistent, and legally compliant manner.
Policy Development and Risk Management
- Draft, review, and revise employment policies, employee handbook provisions, forms, procedures, and related guidance documents.
- Provide legal support regarding matters impacted by FMLA, ADA, PWFA, FLSA, OSHA, workers' compensation laws, unemployment claims, ERISA, and federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws.
- Identify emerging employment risks and develop practical compliance solutions to support organizational objectives.
Training and Leadership Development
- Develop and deliver training programs for Human Resources professionals and business leaders on employment law compliance, workplace investigations, performance management, documentation practices, accommodations, leave administration, and emerging legal developments.
- Create practical tools and resources that promote consistent decision-making and reduce employment-related risk.
- Support enterprise-wide compliance and employee relations initiatives through education and training.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
- Active license to practice law and member in good standing of at least one state bar.
- Minimum of 7-10 years of progressively responsible employment law experience.
- Significant experience advising large, multi-state and multi-site employers.
- Demonstrated experience managing employment litigation across federal and state courts and administrative agencies.
- Significant California employment law experience strongly preferred.
- Experience handling wage and hour, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, leave management, accommodation, and wrongful termination matters.
- Class action, collective action, California PAGA, and complex employment litigation experience strongly preferred.
Knowledge and Skills:
Evidence of the following demonstrated skills and attributes are essential to success in this position:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Solid focus and attention to detail
- Can responsively prioritize and handle multiple tasks in a fast paced, dynamic and time sensitive environment
- Self-directed individual with ability to work independently yet also work collaboratively with legal team as well as with a highly matrixed internal client base
- Demonstrated ability to synthesize complicated legal and business issues into practical and effective guidance
- Excellent critical thinking, drafting, and negotiation skills with ability to work collaboratively with business partners to identify and allocate risk within contracts and resolve using commercially reasonable terms
- High degree of integrity and intellectual curiosity
- Experience in litigation and litigation management
- Class/collective action experience
- Assist with special projects and serve on cross-functional teams
- Experience with transportation industry, logistics, manufacturing, and/or public procurement are a plus
- Multi-Site and Multi-State Experiences are a plus
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Transdev complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact us.HR.TalentAcquisition@transdev.com
Physical Requirements:
Work Type: No Remote
Work Type: Hybrid Remote
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.
Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.
Drug-free workplace
If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.
JOB CATEGORY: Management
JOB TYPE: Full Time
WORK TYPE: Hybrid Remote
REQ ID: 9352
PAY GROUP: NF2
COST CENTER: 803
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.
Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.
Drug-free workplace
If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.
ABOUT THE ROLE: Building on Transdev’s purpose and values, the Employment Litigation Counsel will act as a member of the Corporate Legal Department with a concentration on employment law across all divisions of the Company. On a corporate level, the duties may also include general legal assignments in respect to all divisions of the Company. This attorney will have significant cross-functional interface with Human Resources Department and business leadership in the field.
ANNUAL SALARY RANGE: $144,000-$180,000
Benefits may vary depending on location policy. The below represents the standard Corporate Policy.
- Vacation: minimum of two (2) weeks
- Sick days: 5 days
- Holidays: 12 days; 8 standard and 4 floating
- Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability.
This position is based at the Transdev US Lombard, IL (Chicago area) HQ office and will require travel throughout the US based on business need (approx. 20%).
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Employment Law Counseling and Advice
- Provide day-to-day legal advice and practical guidance to Human Resources, operations leadership, and business partners on a broad range of employment law matters, including hiring, performance management, discipline, leaves of absence, accommodations, compensation, benefits, employee conduct issues, and terminations.
- Partner with Human Resources and business leaders to evaluate legal risk and develop practical solutions to complex employee relations issues.
- Advise management on high-risk employment decisions and workplace concerns while balancing legal, operational, and business objectives.
- Serve as a trusted legal advisor supporting a large, multi-state and multi-site workforce across numerous jurisdictions.
- Provide guidance regarding federal, state, and local employment laws, with significant emphasis on California employment law compliance.
- Advise on wage and hour issues, meal and rest break requirements, pay transparency, pay reporting, disability accommodations, leaves of absence, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wrongful termination matters.
- Monitor legal developments and provide proactive recommendations regarding changes in employment laws affecting company operations.
Employment Litigation Management
- Manage and oversee a nationwide employment litigation docket, including individual lawsuits, class actions, collective actions, representative actions, arbitrations, and administrative proceedings.
- Direct and manage outside counsel through all stages of litigation, including case assessment, discovery, depositions, mediation, trial preparation, trial, and appeal.
- Develop litigation strategies, evaluate legal exposure, establish litigation budgets, and provide regular updates to senior leadership regarding significant employment matters.
- Review pleadings, motions, discovery responses, settlement proposals, and litigation budgets to ensure effective and cost-efficient representation.
Government Agency and Administrative Proceedings
- Lead responses to complaints, audits, investigations, and enforcement actions involving agencies such as the EEOC, Department of Labor, OSHA, state civil rights agencies, state labor departments, and similar regulatory bodies.
- Prepare and coordinate position statements, witness interviews, factual investigations, and agency responses.
- Negotiate settlements and resolutions of administrative charges, litigation claims, and pre-litigation disputes.
Workplace Investigations and Employee Relations
- Advise Human Resources and management regarding internal investigations involving allegations of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, misconduct, policy violations, ethics concerns, and wage and hour issues.
- Evaluate investigation findings, assess legal risk, and recommend corrective action, discipline, and other appropriate responses.
- Ensure investigations are conducted in a thorough, consistent, and legally compliant manner.
Policy Development and Risk Management
- Draft, review, and revise employment policies, employee handbook provisions, forms, procedures, and related guidance documents.
- Provide legal support regarding matters impacted by FMLA, ADA, PWFA, FLSA, OSHA, workers' compensation laws, unemployment claims, ERISA, and federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws.
- Identify emerging employment risks and develop practical compliance solutions to support organizational objectives.
Training and Leadership Development
- Develop and deliver training programs for Human Resources professionals and business leaders on employment law compliance, workplace investigations, performance management, documentation practices, accommodations, leave administration, and emerging legal developments.
- Create practical tools and resources that promote consistent decision-making and reduce employment-related risk.
- Support enterprise-wide compliance and employee relations initiatives through education and training.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
- Active license to practice law and member in good standing of at least one state bar.
- Minimum of 7-10 years of progressively responsible employment law experience.
- Significant experience advising large, multi-state and multi-site employers.
- Demonstrated experience managing employment litigation across federal and state courts and administrative agencies.
- Significant California employment law experience strongly preferred.
- Experience handling wage and hour, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, leave management, accommodation, and wrongful termination matters.
- Class action, collective action, California PAGA, and complex employment litigation experience strongly preferred.
Knowledge and Skills:
Evidence of the following demonstrated skills and attributes are essential to success in this position:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Solid focus and attention to detail
- Can responsively prioritize and handle multiple tasks in a fast paced, dynamic and time sensitive environment
- Self-directed individual with ability to work independently yet also work collaboratively with legal team as well as with a highly matrixed internal client base
- Demonstrated ability to synthesize complicated legal and business issues into practical and effective guidance
- Excellent critical thinking, drafting, and negotiation skills with ability to work collaboratively with business partners to identify and allocate risk within contracts and resolve using commercially reasonable terms
- High degree of integrity and intellectual curiosity
- Experience in litigation and litigation management
- Class/collective action experience
- Assist with special projects and serve on cross-functional teams
- Experience with transportation industry, logistics, manufacturing, and/or public procurement are a plus
- Multi-Site and Multi-State Experiences are a plus
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Transdev complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact us.HR.TalentAcquisition@transdev.com
Physical Requirements:
Work Type: No Remote
Work Type: Hybrid Remote
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.
Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.
Drug-free workplace
If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.
JOB CATEGORY: Management
JOB TYPE: Full Time
WORK TYPE: Hybrid Remote
REQ ID: 9352
PAY GROUP: NF2
COST CENTER: 803
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.
Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.
Drug-free workplace
If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Senior Litigation Counsel
Confirm your bar admission covers U.S. practice
TN visa sponsorship for Senior Litigation Counsel requires bar admission in at least one jurisdiction. A Canadian law degree alone isn't enough if you haven't cleared a U.S. bar or a reciprocal licensing pathway your employer can document.
Target law firms with active federal dockets
Senior Litigation Counsel roles at firms handling federal civil or criminal matters are more likely to work with visa sponsorship. Employers with recent visa filings demonstrate experience navigating sponsorship processes, helping narrow your search to firms familiar with supporting international legal talent.
Request a role-specific offer letter before filing
CBP requires the offer letter to explicitly describe litigation duties, not just the job title. Vague language like "legal work" invites secondary inspection. Specify trial preparation, motion practice, or appellate work to match the TN Lawyer category.
Use Migrate Mate to surface TN-ready employers
Migrate Mate filters Senior Litigation Counsel openings by TN visa sponsorship availability, so you're not cold-applying to firms that have never sponsored. Search by practice area to find active litigation departments with existing TN infrastructure.
Prepare credential documentation for Mexican nationals
Mexican nationals applying through a U.S. consulate must show a licenciatura in law, not just bar passage. Have your degree apostilled and translated before scheduling your appointment, since consular officers verify credentials at the interview.
Align your start date with TN processing timelines
Canadian citizens can get TN status at a port of entry the same day, but Mexican nationals face consular wait times that can run several weeks. Negotiate a start date with your employer that accounts for appointment availability, not just offer acceptance.
Senior Litigation Counsel TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Senior Litigation Counsel role qualify for TN visa status?
Yes, Senior Litigation Counsel positions qualify under the TN visa's Lawyer category, which covers Canadian and Mexican nationals holding a law degree and bar admission who will practice law in the U.S. The role must involve substantive legal work, meaning litigation duties like trial preparation, depositions, and motion practice must be documented in the offer letter. A title alone doesn't guarantee approval.
How does the TN visa compare to H-1B for Senior Litigation Counsel roles?
The TN visa has no annual lottery and no cap for Canadian nationals, making it far more predictable than the H-1B visa for attorney roles. H-1B petitions require USCIS adjudication that can take months, while a Canadian national can receive TN status at a port of entry the same day with the right documentation. Mexican nationals still go through consular processing, but avoid the H-1B lottery entirely.
What documentation does my employer need to prepare for TN sponsorship?
Your employer needs to provide a detailed offer letter confirming your law degree requirement, the litigation-specific nature of the role, and your start date and compensation terms. Unlike H-1B, there's no I-129 petition for Canadian applicants entering at a port of entry, but the offer letter does the work a petition would otherwise do. USCIS adjudication only applies if you're filing for a change of status from inside the U.S.
Where can I find Senior Litigation Counsel jobs that already offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically to connect Canadian and Mexican professionals with U.S. employers who sponsor TN visas. Searching by job title and visa type on Migrate Mate filters out roles where sponsorship isn't available, which saves significant time when targeting litigation-focused law firms and corporate legal departments that already have TN infrastructure in place.
Can I switch employers after receiving TN status as a Senior Litigation Counsel?
Yes, but your TN status is tied to a specific employer and role. If you change jobs, you'll need new TN documentation reflecting the new employer's offer letter and litigation role description. Canadian nationals can process this at a port of entry, while Mexican nationals must return to a U.S. consulate. You cannot begin work for a new employer on your existing TN authorization.