Paralegal Visa Sponsorship Jobs in New York
New York's paralegal market is anchored in Manhattan's Midtown and Downtown corridors, where large law firms like Sullivan & Cromwell, Skadden, and Cleary Gottlieb, alongside corporate legal departments at major banks and financial institutions, regularly hire for specialized roles that can qualify for visa sponsorship through H-1B and other employment-based pathways.
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At MoFo, we couldn’t write our own success story without yours. Ready to write your story?
Join MoFo as a PARALEGAL with our Business Restructuring & Insolvency group!
This role is based in New York
ABOUT THE ROLE
Join a high-performing legal team where your expertise will directly support complex, high-stakes matters in Business Restructuring and Insolvency. In this dynamic role, you’ll partner closely with attorneys and paralegals to drive cases forward, manage critical filings, and deliver exceptional client service. You’ll take ownership of diverse, fast-paced projects—applying sharp analytical thinking, attention to detail, and innovative problem-solving to every task. From conducting in-depth research to preparing court-ready documents, your contributions will play a key role in achieving successful outcomes. If you thrive in a deadline-driven environment and are motivated to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to grow your career with us.
- Provide organizational and substantive support to attorneys within the Business Restructuring and Insolvency Group (BRIG)
- Assist in the factual development and analysis of cases
- Prepare hearing agendas, proofs of claim, and attorney fee applications
- Conduct Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) and real property searches
- Support the preparation of court filings, including cite- and fact-checking briefs, ensuring Bluebook compliance, proofreading, and assembling exhibits and appendices; assist with depositions as needed
- Coordinate appraisals for real and personal property
- Attend and support court hearings
- Draft attorney fee applications and compile supporting documentation
- Perform judgment searches
ABOUT YOU
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- Minimum of four years of relevant experience in bankruptcy and restructuring preferred
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines with minimal supervision
- Strong sense of accountability, with a proactive approach to ownership and problem-solving
- Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to follow complex instructions accurately
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and perform effectively under pressure
- Strong research, analytical, and data synthesis skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Flexibility to work overtime as needed to meet client and business demands
- Willingness to travel as required
ABOUT MOFO
At MoFo, we collaborate as one firm, across borders, practice areas, and business functions and value fresh ideas and innovation over conformity and competition.
ABOUT OUR BENEFITS
MoFo offers a comprehensive benefits package starting on your first day.
- A variety of options for medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage to meet the needs of you and your family.
- Industry-leading parental leave and family benefits including adoption and fertility treatment options and backup child and elder care.
- Global wellness program, including free access to Talkspace and Calm apps.
- Annual community service day to make an impact on your community and a birthday holiday just for fun.
- Education reimbursement annually.
- Dedicated Talent Development team.
- Competitive annual profit-sharing contribution.
Where required by law, salary ranges are stated below. Additional compensation may include a discretionary bonus, overtime as applicable, health/welfare benefits, retirement contributions, paid holidays, and PTO. The range displayed is specifically for positions performed in those cities/states and may vary based on factors including but not limited to the following: local market data and ranges; an applicant's skills and prior relevant experience; and certain degrees, licensing, and certifications.
New York salary range: $92k to $128k
For questions regarding this position, please e-mail jobs@mofo.com
INTRODUCTION
At MoFo, we couldn’t write our own success story without yours. Ready to write your story?
Join MoFo as a PARALEGAL with our Business Restructuring & Insolvency group!
This role is based in New York
ABOUT THE ROLE
Join a high-performing legal team where your expertise will directly support complex, high-stakes matters in Business Restructuring and Insolvency. In this dynamic role, you’ll partner closely with attorneys and paralegals to drive cases forward, manage critical filings, and deliver exceptional client service. You’ll take ownership of diverse, fast-paced projects—applying sharp analytical thinking, attention to detail, and innovative problem-solving to every task. From conducting in-depth research to preparing court-ready documents, your contributions will play a key role in achieving successful outcomes. If you thrive in a deadline-driven environment and are motivated to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to grow your career with us.
- Provide organizational and substantive support to attorneys within the Business Restructuring and Insolvency Group (BRIG)
- Assist in the factual development and analysis of cases
- Prepare hearing agendas, proofs of claim, and attorney fee applications
- Conduct Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) and real property searches
- Support the preparation of court filings, including cite- and fact-checking briefs, ensuring Bluebook compliance, proofreading, and assembling exhibits and appendices; assist with depositions as needed
- Coordinate appraisals for real and personal property
- Attend and support court hearings
- Draft attorney fee applications and compile supporting documentation
- Perform judgment searches
ABOUT YOU
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- Minimum of four years of relevant experience in bankruptcy and restructuring preferred
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines with minimal supervision
- Strong sense of accountability, with a proactive approach to ownership and problem-solving
- Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to follow complex instructions accurately
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and perform effectively under pressure
- Strong research, analytical, and data synthesis skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Flexibility to work overtime as needed to meet client and business demands
- Willingness to travel as required
ABOUT MOFO
At MoFo, we collaborate as one firm, across borders, practice areas, and business functions and value fresh ideas and innovation over conformity and competition.
ABOUT OUR BENEFITS
MoFo offers a comprehensive benefits package starting on your first day.
- A variety of options for medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage to meet the needs of you and your family.
- Industry-leading parental leave and family benefits including adoption and fertility treatment options and backup child and elder care.
- Global wellness program, including free access to Talkspace and Calm apps.
- Annual community service day to make an impact on your community and a birthday holiday just for fun.
- Education reimbursement annually.
- Dedicated Talent Development team.
- Competitive annual profit-sharing contribution.
Where required by law, salary ranges are stated below. Additional compensation may include a discretionary bonus, overtime as applicable, health/welfare benefits, retirement contributions, paid holidays, and PTO. The range displayed is specifically for positions performed in those cities/states and may vary based on factors including but not limited to the following: local market data and ranges; an applicant's skills and prior relevant experience; and certain degrees, licensing, and certifications.
New York salary range: $92k to $128k
For questions regarding this position, please e-mail jobs@mofo.com
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Which companies sponsor visas for paralegals in New York?
Large law firms with significant international practices are the most active sponsors for paralegal roles in New York. Firms like Cleary Gottlieb, Skadden Arps, and Sullivan & Cromwell have filed H-1B petitions for legal support staff in past years. Corporate legal departments at major financial institutions and multinational companies headquartered in New York also sponsor paralegals, particularly for roles requiring specialized language skills or subject-matter expertise.
Which visa types are most common for paralegal roles in New York?
The H-1B is the most common visa category used for paralegal sponsorship in New York, though it requires the role to qualify as a specialty occupation, meaning a bachelor's degree in a specific field must be a standard entry requirement. Some paralegals with extraordinary professional recognition may qualify for the O-1. TN status is available to Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying legal support roles under USMCA.
Which cities in New York have the most paralegal sponsorship jobs?
Manhattan accounts for the overwhelming majority of paralegal visa sponsorship activity in New York State, driven by its concentration of AmLaw 100 firms, investment banks, and Fortune 500 legal departments. White Plains and Albany have a smaller but present market through regional law firms and state government-adjacent legal work. Buffalo and Rochester offer limited sponsorship opportunities, primarily through healthcare systems and regional corporate legal teams.
How to find paralegal visa sponsorship jobs in New York?
Migrate Mate is specifically built for international job seekers looking for visa sponsorship roles, including paralegal positions in New York. You can filter directly by role and state to see employers actively open to sponsoring international candidates. Because paralegal sponsorship depends heavily on the specific firm and practice area, focusing on large law firms and in-house legal teams at multinational companies in Manhattan will give you the strongest results.
Are there state-specific considerations for paralegal sponsorship in New York?
New York's prevailing wage requirements under the H-1B program apply to all sponsored paralegal roles, and employers must certify that the offered compensation meets Department of Labor standards for the New York City metropolitan area, one of the highest prevailing wage zones in the country. Paralegal roles tied to specialized practice areas like securities law, intellectual property, or international arbitration are more likely to meet the specialty occupation threshold required for H-1B approval.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored paralegal jobs in New York?
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.
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