Legal H-1B Sponsorship Jobs in Illinois
Illinois is one of the strongest states for legal H-1B visa sponsorship, anchored by Chicago's dense concentration of Am Law 100 firms, major corporations with in-house legal teams, and Big Four professional services firms. Kirkland & Ellis, Sidley Austin, and Mayer Brown are among the prominent Illinois-based employers with histories of H-1B sponsorship in legal roles.
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Get Access To All JobsO’Hagan Meyer, a national law firm with multiple offices across the country, is seeking a detail-oriented, organized, and motivated Legal Billing Appeals Clerk to join our Accounting team.
In this role, you will help identify and resolve billing adjustments made by insurance carriers, coordinate with attorneys and legal staff to gather supporting information, and prepare appeals seeking payment of charges that have been reduced or rejected. This position is well suited for someone who enjoys working with numbers, investigating discrepancies, communicating with others, and helping ensure the firm receives appropriate payment for its services.
The ideal candidate is dependable, highly organized, comfortable managing a high volume of work, and committed to producing accurate, professional work.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Monitor the billing appeals team inbox for invoices with insurance carrier adjustments and record the adjustments in the firm's tracking log.
- Review carrier reductions and rejected charges to identify items that may be appropriate for appeal.
- Communicate with attorneys, paralegals, and other timekeepers to obtain explanations, supporting information, and input needed to prepare appeals.
- Assist in drafting, assembling, and submitting appeal responses to insurance carriers.
- Track outstanding appeals and follow up as necessary to help ensure timely submission and resolution.
- Coordinate with other Accounting team members to research and resolve billing discrepancies and related issues.
- Maintain accurate records of appeals, adjustments, responses, and outcomes.
- Manage a high volume of invoices and appeal requests while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.
- Maintain professionalism and strict confidentiality in all client and firm matters.
- Assist with special projects, reporting, and other duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and proofreading abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Adobe Acrobat.
- Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize deadlines, and handle a high volume of work accurately.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to research and resolve discrepancies.
- Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a team.
- Commitment to providing excellent service to attorneys, clients, and colleagues.
- Previous experience in a law firm, legal billing, accounts receivable, insurance claims, or a related administrative or accounting role is preferred but not required.
- Willingness to learn the firm's billing procedures and insurance carrier requirements.
Work Arrangement
This is a hybrid position based in Chicago, Illinois. The employee is required to work in the office during the first 90 days of employment. After the initial 90-day period, the employee may transition to a hybrid schedule of three days per week in the office and two days working remotely, subject to manager approval.
O’Hagan Meyer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Compensation
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Hourly Rate: $20.00–$24.00 per hour
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Equivalent Annual Compensation: approximately $42,000–$50,000, based on a 40-hour workweek and 52 weeks per year. Actual earnings may vary based on hours worked.
O’Hagan Meyer offers an opportunity to join a collaborative team supporting the firm's billing and financial operations in a professional, multi-office environment.
Benefits
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental, & Vision)
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Leave, & Company Holidays)
- Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
- Short Term & Long-Term Disability
- Training & Development
- Free Food & Snacks in Office
- Wellness Resources
- Commuter Benefits
O’Hagan Meyer, a national law firm with multiple offices across the country, is seeking a detail-oriented, organized, and motivated Legal Billing Appeals Clerk to join our Accounting team.
In this role, you will help identify and resolve billing adjustments made by insurance carriers, coordinate with attorneys and legal staff to gather supporting information, and prepare appeals seeking payment of charges that have been reduced or rejected. This position is well suited for someone who enjoys working with numbers, investigating discrepancies, communicating with others, and helping ensure the firm receives appropriate payment for its services.
The ideal candidate is dependable, highly organized, comfortable managing a high volume of work, and committed to producing accurate, professional work.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Monitor the billing appeals team inbox for invoices with insurance carrier adjustments and record the adjustments in the firm's tracking log.
- Review carrier reductions and rejected charges to identify items that may be appropriate for appeal.
- Communicate with attorneys, paralegals, and other timekeepers to obtain explanations, supporting information, and input needed to prepare appeals.
- Assist in drafting, assembling, and submitting appeal responses to insurance carriers.
- Track outstanding appeals and follow up as necessary to help ensure timely submission and resolution.
- Coordinate with other Accounting team members to research and resolve billing discrepancies and related issues.
- Maintain accurate records of appeals, adjustments, responses, and outcomes.
- Manage a high volume of invoices and appeal requests while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.
- Maintain professionalism and strict confidentiality in all client and firm matters.
- Assist with special projects, reporting, and other duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and proofreading abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Adobe Acrobat.
- Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize deadlines, and handle a high volume of work accurately.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to research and resolve discrepancies.
- Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a team.
- Commitment to providing excellent service to attorneys, clients, and colleagues.
- Previous experience in a law firm, legal billing, accounts receivable, insurance claims, or a related administrative or accounting role is preferred but not required.
- Willingness to learn the firm's billing procedures and insurance carrier requirements.
Work Arrangement
This is a hybrid position based in Chicago, Illinois. The employee is required to work in the office during the first 90 days of employment. After the initial 90-day period, the employee may transition to a hybrid schedule of three days per week in the office and two days working remotely, subject to manager approval.
O’Hagan Meyer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Compensation
-
Hourly Rate: $20.00–$24.00 per hour
-
Equivalent Annual Compensation: approximately $42,000–$50,000, based on a 40-hour workweek and 52 weeks per year. Actual earnings may vary based on hours worked.
O’Hagan Meyer offers an opportunity to join a collaborative team supporting the firm's billing and financial operations in a professional, multi-office environment.
Benefits
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental, & Vision)
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Leave, & Company Holidays)
- Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
- Short Term & Long-Term Disability
- Training & Development
- Free Food & Snacks in Office
- Wellness Resources
- Commuter Benefits
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Search Legal Jobs in IllinoisLegal H-1B Sponsorship Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
Which legal companies sponsor H-1B visas in Illinois?
Several large law firms headquartered in Chicago have filed H-1B visa Labor Condition Applications for legal roles, including Kirkland & Ellis, Sidley Austin, Mayer Brown, and Winston & Strawn. Large corporations with substantial Illinois in-house legal departments, such as Boeing, Walgreens Boots Alliance, and United Airlines, also appear in DOL disclosure data as H-1B sponsors for attorney and legal counsel positions.
Which cities in Illinois have the most legal H-1B sponsorship jobs?
Chicago accounts for the overwhelming majority of legal H-1B sponsorship activity in Illinois. The Loop and surrounding downtown neighborhoods host the highest density of major law firms and corporate legal departments. Outside Chicago, opportunities are limited, though Downers Grove and Naperville have some corporate legal presence. For most international attorneys pursuing H-1B sponsorship, Chicago is the practical target.
What types of legal roles typically qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Roles that require a Juris Doctor or a specialized legal master's degree as a minimum entry requirement are the strongest candidates for H-1B specialty occupation classification. This typically includes associate attorney positions at law firms, in-house counsel roles, compliance attorneys, and legal analysts requiring a law degree. Paralegal and legal assistant roles generally do not qualify because they do not require a specific bachelor's-level or higher degree in a directly related field.
How do I find legal H-1B sponsorship jobs in Illinois?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international candidates seeking H-1B sponsorship, and you can filter directly for legal roles in Illinois. This surfaces employers with documented H-1B sponsorship histories in the legal sector, saving significant research time. Beyond the job board, reviewing DOL OFLC disclosure data for Illinois-based LCA filings under legal job titles can help you identify which specific firms and companies have sponsored in the past.
Are there any Illinois-specific considerations for H-1B sponsorship in legal roles?
Illinois does not impose state-level restrictions on H-1B employment, but legal roles carry an additional layer of complexity: practicing law in Illinois requires admission to the Illinois State Bar. H-1B status authorizes work for the petitioning employer but does not itself grant bar admission. Foreign-trained attorneys should verify their eligibility to sit for the Illinois bar exam through the Illinois Board of Admissions to the Bar before targeting roles that require state licensure.
What is the prevailing wage for H-1B legal jobs in Illinois?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.