Attorney Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Washington DC
Washington DC is one of the most active markets for attorney visa sponsorship in the United States, driven by the concentration of major law firms, federal agencies, international organizations, and policy-focused nonprofits. Employers such as Covington and Burling, Skadden, and the World Bank regularly sponsor foreign-trained attorneys across litigation, regulatory, and international law practices.
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Get Access To All JobsABOUT LATHAM & WATKINS:
Latham & Watkins is one of the world’s leading global law firms advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. We are the market leaders in major financial and business centers around the world. Our investment in people, commitment to innovation, and focus on the future empower you to build an incredible career and thrive as an exceptional professional in a supportive culture. If you aspire to be the best, and work with the best, this is where you belong.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
The Attorney Support PROS Specialist is an integral part of Latham’s Attorney Support team. This role will be responsible for directly assisting an assigned group of local attorneys in addition to providing global team support with a variety of administrative responsibilities, while assisting lawyers with client intake tasks such as processing conflicts of interest and new business intake forms. This role will be located in our Washington, D.C. office. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.
Responsibilities:
- Monitoring lawyer time entries for compliance with firm standards, while proactively editing entries, and alerting attorneys of any non-compliance
- Generating, editing, and posting client invoices ensuring firm and client defined standards (Outside Counsel Guidelines) are met, while working with assigned lawyers to regularly manage their billing inventory, as applicable
- Gathering and working to the preferences of assigned attorneys in order to execute tasks such as expense reimbursement, calendaring and scheduling, document management/edits, and travel arrangements
- Preserving the confidentiality of firm and client protected information
- Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains
QUALIFICATIONS
We’d love to hear from you if you:
- Display professional communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with attorneys, clients, vendors, and staff throughout the firm
- Possess the initiative to work both independently and in a team environment with a customer service focus
- Demonstrate the ability to multi-task and adapt to continuously evolving technology platforms
And have:
- A high school diploma or equivalent; preferably a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
- A minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience in a legal or professional services environment, preferably
BENEFITS & ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Successful candidates will not only be provided with an outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment, but will also be provided with a generous total compensation package with bonuses awarded in recognition of both individual and firm performance. Eligible employees can participate in Latham’s comprehensive benefit program which includes:
- Healthcare, life and disability insurance
- A generous 401k plan
- At least 11 paid holidays per year, and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure
- Well-being programs (e.g. mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well-being events, and more)
- Professional development programs
- Employee discounts
- Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff
Latham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status (including veterans of the Vietnam era), gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute.
Please click here to review your rights under U.S. employment laws. #LI-DNI
PAY RANGE:
USD $75,000.00 - USD $90,000.00 /Yr.
ABOUT LATHAM & WATKINS:
Latham & Watkins is one of the world’s leading global law firms advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. We are the market leaders in major financial and business centers around the world. Our investment in people, commitment to innovation, and focus on the future empower you to build an incredible career and thrive as an exceptional professional in a supportive culture. If you aspire to be the best, and work with the best, this is where you belong.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
The Attorney Support PROS Specialist is an integral part of Latham’s Attorney Support team. This role will be responsible for directly assisting an assigned group of local attorneys in addition to providing global team support with a variety of administrative responsibilities, while assisting lawyers with client intake tasks such as processing conflicts of interest and new business intake forms. This role will be located in our Washington, D.C. office. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.
Responsibilities:
- Monitoring lawyer time entries for compliance with firm standards, while proactively editing entries, and alerting attorneys of any non-compliance
- Generating, editing, and posting client invoices ensuring firm and client defined standards (Outside Counsel Guidelines) are met, while working with assigned lawyers to regularly manage their billing inventory, as applicable
- Gathering and working to the preferences of assigned attorneys in order to execute tasks such as expense reimbursement, calendaring and scheduling, document management/edits, and travel arrangements
- Preserving the confidentiality of firm and client protected information
- Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains
QUALIFICATIONS
We’d love to hear from you if you:
- Display professional communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with attorneys, clients, vendors, and staff throughout the firm
- Possess the initiative to work both independently and in a team environment with a customer service focus
- Demonstrate the ability to multi-task and adapt to continuously evolving technology platforms
And have:
- A high school diploma or equivalent; preferably a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
- A minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience in a legal or professional services environment, preferably
BENEFITS & ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Successful candidates will not only be provided with an outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment, but will also be provided with a generous total compensation package with bonuses awarded in recognition of both individual and firm performance. Eligible employees can participate in Latham’s comprehensive benefit program which includes:
- Healthcare, life and disability insurance
- A generous 401k plan
- At least 11 paid holidays per year, and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure
- Well-being programs (e.g. mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well-being events, and more)
- Professional development programs
- Employee discounts
- Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff
Latham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status (including veterans of the Vietnam era), gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute.
Please click here to review your rights under U.S. employment laws. #LI-DNI
PAY RANGE:
USD $75,000.00 - USD $90,000.00 /Yr.
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Which companies sponsor visas for attorneys in Washington DC?
Large law firms with DC offices, including Covington and Burling, Hogan Lovells, Arnold and Porter, and WilmerHale, have established track records of sponsoring attorneys. International organizations such as the World Bank, IMF, and Inter-American Development Bank also sponsor legal professionals. Government contractors and policy-focused nonprofits in the DC area round out the employer pool for sponsored attorney roles.
Which visa types are most common for attorney roles in Washington DC?
The H-1B visa is the most common visa for foreign attorneys in DC, as legal positions requiring a Juris Doctor or equivalent degree typically qualify as specialty occupations. O-1A visas are an option for attorneys with demonstrated extraordinary achievement. Foreign nationals from qualifying treaty countries may also pursue TN visa or E-3 visas depending on their nationality and the specific role.
How to find attorney visa sponsorship jobs in Washington DC?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship status, making it straightforward to identify DC-based attorney roles where employers are actively willing to sponsor. Rather than sorting through thousands of general postings, you can browse attorney openings in Washington DC from firms and organizations with a documented history of international hires.
Which areas in Washington DC have the most attorney sponsorship jobs?
Washington DC is a single-district jurisdiction, so sponsored attorney roles are concentrated in the city itself rather than spread across multiple metros. The downtown corridor near K Street and the Penn Quarter neighborhood hosts a high density of major law firms and lobbying organizations. The Georgetown and Capitol Hill areas also have significant concentrations of policy and regulatory legal employers that sponsor foreign attorneys.
Are there any DC-specific considerations for attorneys seeking visa sponsorship?
Foreign attorneys seeking to practice law in DC should be aware that DC Bar admission rules differ from state bars, and some employer sponsorships are contingent on the candidate passing the bar or holding an LLM from a U.S. institution. Roles at international organizations may carry distinct employment terms and visa considerations compared to private law firms. Prevailing wage requirements under the LCA process apply to all H-1B-sponsored attorney positions in the DC metro area.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored attorney jobs in Washington DC?
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.