Legal Jobs in Washington with E-3 Sponsorship
Legal E-3 sponsorship jobs in Washington draw Australian attorneys and legal professionals to a state with one of the country's most active legal markets. Seattle's concentration of global law firms, major tech companies with in-house legal teams, and international trade practices creates consistent demand for qualified candidates seeking E-3 visa sponsorship across litigation, corporate, and compliance roles.
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Job Description Summary:
Fenwick is excited to offer an internship opportunity in our Marketing department. This internship provides exposure to a variety of marketing and communications activities, including writing and editing content, supporting campaigns, and contributing to engagement initiatives.
Job Description:
Interns may assist with maintaining content calendars, coordinating communications, supporting awards and legal directory submissions, conducting research, and helping manage marketing databases. This role offers hands-on experience with marketing workflows and cross-team collaboration.
This internship can be located in any of the following office locations:
- Silicon Valley, CA
- San Francisco, CA
- Santa Monica, CA
- Seattle, WA
- Washington, D.C.
The position offers a hybrid schedule, requiring at least one day on-site per week in office, with the possibility of additional required in-office days depending on business and client needs. This role is non-exempt and may be full-time or part-time, depending on availability and business needs. The internship is expected to run through summer 2026.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a college degree program
- Strong writing, editing, and communication skills
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office
- Interest in marketing, communications, or content development
- Eagerness to learn and collaborate in a professional environment
The anticipated pay rate for our internship is $21 - $25 per hour.
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Benefits and Compensation Details:
At Fenwick, we believe that our partners and employees are our most important asset. Helping you and your families achieve and maintain good health - physical, emotional, and financial - is the reason we offer a comprehensive benefit program. We provide benefits to eligible employees under plans such as Healthcare, Life Insurance, Health Savings Accounts, Flexible Spending Accounts, and Wellbeing. Except as otherwise required by law, temporary employees are generally not entitled to these benefits.
The anticipated range for this position is:
$1 - $1,500,000
Depending on the role, the actual base salary offered may depend upon a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.
A discretionary bonus for eligible employees may also be available based on performance. Additional information about employee eligibility for benefits and discretionary bonus will be made available upon request.

Job Description Summary:
Fenwick is excited to offer an internship opportunity in our Marketing department. This internship provides exposure to a variety of marketing and communications activities, including writing and editing content, supporting campaigns, and contributing to engagement initiatives.
Job Description:
Interns may assist with maintaining content calendars, coordinating communications, supporting awards and legal directory submissions, conducting research, and helping manage marketing databases. This role offers hands-on experience with marketing workflows and cross-team collaboration.
This internship can be located in any of the following office locations:
- Silicon Valley, CA
- San Francisco, CA
- Santa Monica, CA
- Seattle, WA
- Washington, D.C.
The position offers a hybrid schedule, requiring at least one day on-site per week in office, with the possibility of additional required in-office days depending on business and client needs. This role is non-exempt and may be full-time or part-time, depending on availability and business needs. The internship is expected to run through summer 2026.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a college degree program
- Strong writing, editing, and communication skills
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office
- Interest in marketing, communications, or content development
- Eagerness to learn and collaborate in a professional environment
The anticipated pay rate for our internship is $21 - $25 per hour.
LI-DNI
Benefits and Compensation Details:
At Fenwick, we believe that our partners and employees are our most important asset. Helping you and your families achieve and maintain good health - physical, emotional, and financial - is the reason we offer a comprehensive benefit program. We provide benefits to eligible employees under plans such as Healthcare, Life Insurance, Health Savings Accounts, Flexible Spending Accounts, and Wellbeing. Except as otherwise required by law, temporary employees are generally not entitled to these benefits.
The anticipated range for this position is:
$1 - $1,500,000
Depending on the role, the actual base salary offered may depend upon a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.
A discretionary bonus for eligible employees may also be available based on performance. Additional information about employee eligibility for benefits and discretionary bonus will be made available upon request.
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Which legal companies sponsor E-3 visas in Washington?
Washington's largest E-3 legal sponsors include AmLaw 100 firms with Seattle offices such as Perkins Coie, Kirkland & Ellis, and Fenwick & West, along with major tech employers like Microsoft and Amazon that maintain substantial in-house legal departments. International arbitration practices and financial institutions with Pacific Rim operations also sponsor E-3 attorneys in Washington, particularly for roles requiring cross-border regulatory knowledge.
Which cities in Washington have the most legal E-3 sponsorship jobs?
Seattle accounts for the overwhelming majority of legal E-3 sponsorship activity in Washington, driven by its dense concentration of global law firms, Fortune 500 headquarters, and international trade activity through the Port of Seattle. Bellevue is a secondary market, particularly for in-house legal roles at technology and life sciences companies. Tacoma and Olympia have a smaller but present legal market, primarily in government and public sector adjacent work.
What types of legal roles typically qualify for E-3 sponsorship in Washington?
Roles that consistently qualify include attorney positions in corporate law, intellectual property, technology transactions, immigration law, and international trade. In-house counsel, compliance officers, and legal analysts with a qualifying bachelor's degree and J.D. or equivalent also meet the specialty occupation standard. Paralegal and legal assistant roles generally do not qualify for E-3 sponsorship, as they typically do not require a specific bachelor's-level degree in a directly related field.
How do I find legal E-3 sponsorship jobs in Washington?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international candidates seeking visa sponsorship and filters legal jobs in Washington by E-3 eligibility, saving you from sorting through roles at employers unlikely to sponsor. Beyond the job board, prioritize firms with established international attorney programs or technology sector clients, as those practices have the most experience navigating E-3 applications. Checking a firm's prior E-3 or H-1B LCA disclosures via the DOL database can also confirm sponsorship history.
Are there any Washington-specific considerations for legal E-3 sponsorship?
Washington requires E-3 applicants in attorney roles to hold a valid license to practice law if the position involves direct legal representation, which means Australian law graduates may need to sit the Uniform Bar Exam before assuming certain roles. Washington's active Asia-Pacific trade corridor means firms often value candidates with Australian legal training for cross-border matters, but bar admission requirements still apply. Employers familiar with E-3 sponsorship in Washington's legal market will typically account for this in their hiring timelines.
What is the prevailing wage for E-3 legal jobs in Washington?
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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