Legal Jobs in Texas with F-1 CPT Sponsorship

F-1 CPT legal jobs in Texas span the state's largest legal markets, from Houston's energy and corporate law firms to Austin's growing tech-focused practices and Dallas's major litigation hubs. Law firms, corporate legal departments, and government agencies across Texas have hired F-1 CPT students in paralegal, legal research, and compliance support roles.

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Overview

Open Jobs108+
Top Visa TypeF-1 CPT
Work Type91% On-site
Salary Range$28K – $41K
Top LocationHouston, TX
Most JobsOffice of the Attorney General

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Office of the Attorney General
Clerk III
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Office of the Attorney General
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Clerk III
Office of the Attorney General
Austin, Texas
Administrative & Office Support
Procurement & Supply Chain
Warehouse Operations
Logistics & Fleet Management
$3,621.67/mo - $3,621.67/mo
On-Site
1+ yr exp.
High School

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Holland & Knight LLP
Client Relations and Development Analyst
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Holland & Knight LLP
New 4h ago
Client Relations and Development Analyst
Holland & Knight LLP
Houston, Texas
Partnerships & Business Development
Customer Success
Project & Program Management
Business Development
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On-Site
Associate's

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King & Spalding
Resource Center Coordinator - Evening Shift
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King & Spalding
New 8h ago
Resource Center Coordinator - Evening Shift
King & Spalding
Dallas, Texas
Administrative & Office Support
Project & Program Management
Project Management
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High School

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Nvidia
GPU Architecture Engineer - New College Grad 2026
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Nvidia
New 13h ago
GPU Architecture Engineer - New College Grad 2026
Nvidia
Austin, Texas
Software Engineering
Backend Engineering
$124,000 - $195,500/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Haynes and Boone, LLP
Business Development Assistant
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Business Development Assistant
Haynes and Boone, LLP
Dallas, Texas
Partnerships & Business Development
Project & Program Management
Marketing
Business Development
On-Site
1+ yr exp.
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Job Roles in Legal in Texas

Compliance & Legal45 jobs
Legal Counsel37 jobs
Administrative & Office Support34 jobs
Customer Service & Support24 jobs
Paralegal & Legal Support23 jobs
Human Resources10 jobs
Accounting7 jobs
Finance7 jobs
Partnerships & Business Development7 jobs
Business Development6 jobs

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which legal companies sponsor F-1 CPT visas in Texas?

Large law firms with Texas offices, including Baker Botts, Vinson & Elkins, and Haynes and Boone, have historically brought on F-1 CPT students in research and paralegal capacities. Corporate legal departments at major Texas-headquartered companies, such as ExxonMobil, AT&T, and American Airlines, also hire CPT-authorized students for compliance and contract support roles. Availability varies by semester and business need.

Which cities in Texas have the most legal F-1 CPT sponsorship jobs?

Houston and Dallas are the two strongest markets, driven by concentrations of large law firms, energy sector legal departments, and financial services companies requiring compliance staff. Austin has grown steadily as technology companies expand their in-house legal teams. San Antonio offers opportunities through its federal court presence and regional law firms, though volume is lower than the three larger metros.

What types of legal roles typically qualify for F-1 CPT sponsorship?

Roles that directly relate to a student's degree program are eligible for CPT authorization. In the legal industry, this commonly includes paralegal intern, legal research assistant, compliance analyst intern, contract review assistant, and regulatory affairs intern positions. The role must connect to the student's field of study, and the CPT must be authorized by the student's Designated School Official before work begins.

How do I find legal F-1 CPT sponsorship jobs in Texas?

Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students and filters job listings by visa type, including F-1 CPT, so you can search legal roles in Texas without sorting through positions that don't support your status. Use Migrate Mate to browse law firm, corporate legal, and compliance openings across Houston, Dallas, and Austin, and filter by CPT eligibility to focus only on employers who have hired CPT students in the legal industry.

Are there any Texas-specific or legal industry considerations for F-1 CPT jobs?

Texas has no state bar licensing requirement that affects CPT-authorized student roles, since CPT positions are support functions rather than licensed practice. However, students at Texas law schools should confirm their program classifies the role as integral or optional CPT, as that distinction affects how CPT use interacts with future OPT eligibility. Energy law and corporate compliance are especially active hiring areas given Texas's industry concentration.

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