TN Visa Senior Litigation Counsel Jobs
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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Position Summary
The Senior Counsel position will report to the EVP and General Counsel, and will provide legal support for a growing national credit card bank.
Summary of Essential Job Functions
Consumer Financial Services Litigation
- Manage and oversee nationwide litigation portfolio, including TCPA, FCRA, consumer lending and other consumer finance matters.
- Develop litigation strategy, manage outside counsel and drive efficient resolution of matters.
- Monitor litigation trends, significant judicial decision and enforcement actions impacting consumer financial services and advise management accordingly.
- Stay current on state and federal legislative and regulatory developments affecting the bank's operations, products, customer communications, and compliance obligations.
- As time permits, for candidates with demonstrated trial/arbitration skills, opportunity to independently handle arbitrations or selected local litigation matters.
- Support employment litigation or employment-related inquiries, as needed.
Candidates interested in expanding their experience may contribute to one or more of the following areas:
- Marketing, Product Development and Disclosure Support
- Collaborating with marketing, risk and compliance to develop and approve marketing materials and disclosures for credit cards, deposits and loyalty programs.
Commercial Contracting
- Review, draft and negotiate a wide range of agreements, including marketing and sponsorship agreements; supply chain, ecommerce and servicing contracts, SaaS and technology vendor agreements; payment systems agreements; and NDAs and professional services agreements.
Regulatory Monitoring & Research
- Tracks summarize and communicate legal developments, including new legislation, proposed rules, regulatory guidance and enforcement across agencies such as the CFPB, OCC and others.
Position Requirements
- Juris Doctorate degree and a state bar license; must be qualified to register as in-house counsel in Nevada or be licensed as an attorney in Nevada.
- At least 7+ years prior experience (preferably with a bank or law firm with an emphasis on consumer credit or consumer credit litigation, although relevant financial services experience will be considered).
- Experience managing non-attorney staff. This position may oversee non-lawyer personnel who provide litigation support services.
- Must be tech savvy and not intimidated by new systems.
- Experience or familiarity with bank regulatory matters would be helpful.
- Demonstrated ability to provide counsel and guidance on matters ranging from complex legal questions or inquiries to routine day-to-day legal matters.
- Familiarity with Reg B, Reg Z, FCRA, TCPA, BSA, E-Sign, CAN-SPAM, Dodd Frank, GLB, CCPA and privacy, and UDAAP.
- Familiarity with employment law a plus.
- Outstanding business judgement.
Credit One Bank, N.A. is a data-driven financial services company based in Las Vegas. Founded in 1984, Credit One Bank offers a spectrum of credit card products for people in all stages of financial life. Credit One Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation, or national origin. Reasonable accommodations can be made for those who require them, including access to job applications and workplace accommodations. Employment at Credit One Bank is based on mutual consent (also known as at-will). This means that employees and the Bank may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause and with or without notice. Please contact the recruiter for this position to learn more. Credit One Bank does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies and is not responsible for related fees.
Description
Position Summary
The Senior Counsel position will report to the EVP and General Counsel, and will provide legal support for a growing national credit card bank.
Summary of Essential Job Functions
Consumer Financial Services Litigation
- Manage and oversee nationwide litigation portfolio, including TCPA, FCRA, consumer lending and other consumer finance matters.
- Develop litigation strategy, manage outside counsel and drive efficient resolution of matters.
- Monitor litigation trends, significant judicial decision and enforcement actions impacting consumer financial services and advise management accordingly.
- Stay current on state and federal legislative and regulatory developments affecting the bank's operations, products, customer communications, and compliance obligations.
- As time permits, for candidates with demonstrated trial/arbitration skills, opportunity to independently handle arbitrations or selected local litigation matters.
- Support employment litigation or employment-related inquiries, as needed.
Candidates interested in expanding their experience may contribute to one or more of the following areas:
- Marketing, Product Development and Disclosure Support
- Collaborating with marketing, risk and compliance to develop and approve marketing materials and disclosures for credit cards, deposits and loyalty programs.
Commercial Contracting
- Review, draft and negotiate a wide range of agreements, including marketing and sponsorship agreements; supply chain, ecommerce and servicing contracts, SaaS and technology vendor agreements; payment systems agreements; and NDAs and professional services agreements.
Regulatory Monitoring & Research
- Tracks summarize and communicate legal developments, including new legislation, proposed rules, regulatory guidance and enforcement across agencies such as the CFPB, OCC and others.
Position Requirements
- Juris Doctorate degree and a state bar license; must be qualified to register as in-house counsel in Nevada or be licensed as an attorney in Nevada.
- At least 7+ years prior experience (preferably with a bank or law firm with an emphasis on consumer credit or consumer credit litigation, although relevant financial services experience will be considered).
- Experience managing non-attorney staff. This position may oversee non-lawyer personnel who provide litigation support services.
- Must be tech savvy and not intimidated by new systems.
- Experience or familiarity with bank regulatory matters would be helpful.
- Demonstrated ability to provide counsel and guidance on matters ranging from complex legal questions or inquiries to routine day-to-day legal matters.
- Familiarity with Reg B, Reg Z, FCRA, TCPA, BSA, E-Sign, CAN-SPAM, Dodd Frank, GLB, CCPA and privacy, and UDAAP.
- Familiarity with employment law a plus.
- Outstanding business judgement.
Credit One Bank, N.A. is a data-driven financial services company based in Las Vegas. Founded in 1984, Credit One Bank offers a spectrum of credit card products for people in all stages of financial life. Credit One Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation, or national origin. Reasonable accommodations can be made for those who require them, including access to job applications and workplace accommodations. Employment at Credit One Bank is based on mutual consent (also known as at-will). This means that employees and the Bank may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause and with or without notice. Please contact the recruiter for this position to learn more. Credit One Bank does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies and is not responsible for related fees.
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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.