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Washington DC's legal market is anchored by federal agencies, international organizations, and major law firms such as Covington & Burling, Hogan Lovells, and WilmerHale, all of which have sponsored legal counsel roles. International candidates with expertise in regulatory, trade, or government affairs law are particularly well-positioned in this market.
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Special Assistant to the President/Legal Counsel
Salary Range: 140k to 150k
Trinity in Washington, a comprehensive university in the nation’s capital, seeks a well-qualified professional to fulfill a new and unique role at Trinity as the Special Assistant to the President with some legal counsel duties. The Special Assistant will work closely and confidentially with the President and Board on a range of issues including policy development and compliance, contract oversight, risk management, strategic planning and, with both the President and Board, governance policies and processes. The Special Assistant will handle some legal matters such as routine contract review and complaint management, and will work closely with Trinity’s outside legal counsel on major cases as they arise, federal and local compliance matters, insurance claims and dispute resolution. Candidates must be able to demonstrate experience, qualities and characteristics consistent with the nature of this position, including:
- Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality and discretion in working with the president and trustees;
- Impeccable judgment in handling sensitive matters;
- Broad intellectual range on issues affecting private higher education;
- Clear respect for and ability to advance Trinity’s mission, along with the ability to represent Trinity well to external constituencies and the general public;
- Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates must present at least 10 years of increasingly responsible experience working with senior management, preferably with a chief executive in private higher education, private schools or significant nonprofit organizations. Candidates must also present a J.D. degree from an accredited law school and be licensed to practice in the District of Columbia or able to become licensed in D.C. if appointed.
Trinity is one of the nation’s historic Catholic women’s college, now including some coed programs in dual enrollment and professional education. Trinity educates a majority of Black and Latina women; about 70% of Trinity’s undergraduates are eligible for Pell Grants or are undocumented and thus ineligible for federal financial aid. More than 50% of Trinity students are residents of the District of Columbia. Trinity’s faculty and staff are highly motivated in their unwavering commitment to principles of social justice that infuse the life of the university.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Applicants should send a letter (no more than 2 pages) addressing qualifications specified in this announcement, along with a complete c.v. to president@trinitydc.edu with the subject line indicating "Special Assistant Search.”
This is a full-time position with a salary range of $140,000-$150,000; part-time status is possible for the right candidate. Candidates must be able to work on campus at Trinity; this position is not remote.
BENEFITS
Trinity offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to full-time employees to include:
- Health, Dental & Vision insurance
- Employer Paid Life and Disability benefits
- 403(b) Retirement plan with employer match up to 6%
- Paid Family Leave
- Trinity Center Membership Free to all employees to include full size pool, walking track, weight & Cardio equipment
- Free campus parking
- Free Shuttle bus between campus & Brookland Metro station
INTRODUCTION
Special Assistant to the President/Legal Counsel
Salary Range: 140k to 150k
Trinity in Washington, a comprehensive university in the nation’s capital, seeks a well-qualified professional to fulfill a new and unique role at Trinity as the Special Assistant to the President with some legal counsel duties. The Special Assistant will work closely and confidentially with the President and Board on a range of issues including policy development and compliance, contract oversight, risk management, strategic planning and, with both the President and Board, governance policies and processes. The Special Assistant will handle some legal matters such as routine contract review and complaint management, and will work closely with Trinity’s outside legal counsel on major cases as they arise, federal and local compliance matters, insurance claims and dispute resolution. Candidates must be able to demonstrate experience, qualities and characteristics consistent with the nature of this position, including:
- Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality and discretion in working with the president and trustees;
- Impeccable judgment in handling sensitive matters;
- Broad intellectual range on issues affecting private higher education;
- Clear respect for and ability to advance Trinity’s mission, along with the ability to represent Trinity well to external constituencies and the general public;
- Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates must present at least 10 years of increasingly responsible experience working with senior management, preferably with a chief executive in private higher education, private schools or significant nonprofit organizations. Candidates must also present a J.D. degree from an accredited law school and be licensed to practice in the District of Columbia or able to become licensed in D.C. if appointed.
Trinity is one of the nation’s historic Catholic women’s college, now including some coed programs in dual enrollment and professional education. Trinity educates a majority of Black and Latina women; about 70% of Trinity’s undergraduates are eligible for Pell Grants or are undocumented and thus ineligible for federal financial aid. More than 50% of Trinity students are residents of the District of Columbia. Trinity’s faculty and staff are highly motivated in their unwavering commitment to principles of social justice that infuse the life of the university.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Applicants should send a letter (no more than 2 pages) addressing qualifications specified in this announcement, along with a complete c.v. to president@trinitydc.edu with the subject line indicating "Special Assistant Search.”
This is a full-time position with a salary range of $140,000-$150,000; part-time status is possible for the right candidate. Candidates must be able to work on campus at Trinity; this position is not remote.
BENEFITS
Trinity offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to full-time employees to include:
- Health, Dental & Vision insurance
- Employer Paid Life and Disability benefits
- 403(b) Retirement plan with employer match up to 6%
- Paid Family Leave
- Trinity Center Membership Free to all employees to include full size pool, walking track, weight & Cardio equipment
- Free campus parking
- Free Shuttle bus between campus & Brookland Metro station
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Which companies sponsor visas for legal counsels in Washington DC?
Large law firms with international practices, including Covington & Burling, Hogan Lovells, Arnold & Porter, and Crowell & Moring, have sponsorship histories for legal counsel roles. International organizations such as the World Bank and Inter-American Development Bank, along with federal contractors and trade associations headquartered in DC, also sponsor foreign national attorneys in specialized legal roles.
Which visa types are most common for legal counsel roles in Washington DC?
The H-1B is the most common visa for legal counsel positions, as attorney roles requiring a Juris Doctor or equivalent degree typically qualify as specialty occupations. Candidates with an LL.M. from a U.S. law school may also enter on OPT before transitioning to H-1B. The O-1A is an option for attorneys with demonstrated exceptional ability, and TN status is available to Canadian and Mexican nationals for certain legal roles.
Which cities in Washington DC have the most legal counsel sponsorship jobs?
Washington DC is a city-state, so sponsorship activity is concentrated in the District itself rather than spread across multiple cities. The highest density of legal counsel roles is in downtown corridors near K Street, Capitol Hill, and the Penn Quarter neighborhood, where law firms, lobbying organizations, trade associations, and federal contractors maintain their offices.
How to find legal counsel visa sponsorship jobs in Washington DC?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship availability, making it easier to identify legal counsel openings in Washington DC without sorting through roles that don't sponsor. You can search by role and location to surface positions at DC-based law firms, international organizations, and government contractors that have a documented history of sponsoring foreign national attorneys.
Are there state-specific considerations for legal counsel visa sponsorship in Washington DC?
Foreign-trained attorneys in DC should be aware that bar admission requirements apply even under visa sponsorship. DC's Court of Appeals allows foreign law graduates with an LL.M. to sit for the DC Bar under specific conditions, which is relevant for candidates entering on an H-1B. Legal counsel roles tied to federal regulatory work or security-cleared positions may also have additional hiring constraints that affect sponsorship timelines.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored legal counsel 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.
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