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Legal Operations Specialists are regularly sponsored for H-1B visa and O-1 visas by law firms, corporate legal departments, and legal tech companies. The role qualifies as a specialty occupation when it requires a bachelor's degree in law, business, or information systems, which most employers do. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Being good neighbors – helping people, investing in our communities, and making the world a better place – is who we are at State Farm. It is at the core of how we operate and the reason for our success. We're moving with urgency to become a Next Gen Good Neighbor, with technology that strengthens human connections and enhances the customer experience. As an employee, you'll spend less time navigating systems and more time applying judgment, empathy, and expertise in the moments that matter most.
Responsibilities
Administrative Assistants
Our Administrative Assistants provide secretarial and clerical assistance for multiple departments and/or leadership. Assistance for leadership would be in support of:
- May support various levels of leadership
- Manage emails and records, prepare correspondence, create reports, and other duties as assigned
- Organizes and maintains records, files, procedural or reference materials, data, and miscellaneous information
- Arranges and prepares meetings and events, including coordinating agendas, logistics, travel, and other services, for virtual, on-site and off-site meetings
- Assists with invoices and tracking, and requisitions supplies, equipment, and other services
- Mentor/train others and provide backup support
Where You'll Work: This is a hybrid position which allows you to spend 40% of your time working from home and 60% of your time (3 days a week) working collaboratively in-office at our Bloomington Corporate HQ location in Illinois. During the job training period you may have a higher percentage of time spent in-office to support your learning experience.
Hours of Operations: Hours of operation are continually evaluated and may change based on business need. Successful candidates are able and willing to work flexible work shifts and may be asked to work overtime and/or irregular hours.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Competitive candidates also demonstrate the following:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills
- Ability to multi-task across technical platforms
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software with the ability to learn new or updated software
- Applies discretion and appropriate security measures in handling confidential and sensitive information
- Accountability
- Resourcefulness
- Experience with Legal Secretary work preferred
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
- Employees must successfully complete all required training, including applicable proficiency, licensing exam(s) and background checks required of various state(s).
- State Farm recently implemented new pre-employment assessments. Candidates that have previously taken an assessment may be asked to participate in additional testing.
- This job has a 12-month incumbency.
OUR BENEFITS
Because work-life balance is a priority at State Farm, compensation is based on our standard 38:45-hour work week!
- Potential starting salary range: $45,337.50 - $55,000.00
- Starting salary will be based on skills, background, and experience
- High end of the range limited to applicants with significant relevant experience
- Potential yearly incentive pay up to 9% of base salary
At State Farm, we offer more than just a paycheck. Check out our suite of benefits designed to give you the flexibility you need to take care of you and your family!
- Get Paid! On top of our competitive pay, you are eligible for an annual raise and bonus.
- Stay Well! Focus on you and your family’s health with our robust health and wellbeing programs. State Farm pays most of your healthcare premium, and we offer multiple healthcare plan options, including a high deductible plan. All medical plans provide 100% coverage for in-network preventative care, AND you and your family have access to vision, dental, telemedicine, 24/7 mental health professionals, and much more!
- Develop and Grow! Take advantage of educational benefits like industry leading training programs, top-notch tuition assistance programs, employee resource groups, and mentoring.
- Plan Ahead! Plan for those big moments in life with benefits like fertility/IVF/adoption assistance, college coaching, national discount programs, interactive monthly financial workshops, free financial coaching, and more. You can also start a savings account or consider financing through our State Farm Federal Credit Union!
- Take a Little “You” Time! You will have access to our generous time off policies designed so you can plan around holidays, family events, volunteering, or just to take a relaxing day off. With the opportunity to initially earn up to 20 days annually plus parental leave, paid holidays, celebration day, life leave (40 hours/year), bereavement leave, and community service/education support days, there will be plenty of time for you!
- Give Back! We offer several ways to give back through our Matching Gift Program, Good Neighbor Grant Program, and the Employee Assistance Fund.
- Finish Strong! Plan for retirement using free financial advisors and a 401(k) plan with company contributions of up to 7% of your salary.
INTRODUCTION
Being good neighbors – helping people, investing in our communities, and making the world a better place – is who we are at State Farm. It is at the core of how we operate and the reason for our success. We're moving with urgency to become a Next Gen Good Neighbor, with technology that strengthens human connections and enhances the customer experience. As an employee, you'll spend less time navigating systems and more time applying judgment, empathy, and expertise in the moments that matter most.
Responsibilities
Administrative Assistants
Our Administrative Assistants provide secretarial and clerical assistance for multiple departments and/or leadership. Assistance for leadership would be in support of:
- May support various levels of leadership
- Manage emails and records, prepare correspondence, create reports, and other duties as assigned
- Organizes and maintains records, files, procedural or reference materials, data, and miscellaneous information
- Arranges and prepares meetings and events, including coordinating agendas, logistics, travel, and other services, for virtual, on-site and off-site meetings
- Assists with invoices and tracking, and requisitions supplies, equipment, and other services
- Mentor/train others and provide backup support
Where You'll Work: This is a hybrid position which allows you to spend 40% of your time working from home and 60% of your time (3 days a week) working collaboratively in-office at our Bloomington Corporate HQ location in Illinois. During the job training period you may have a higher percentage of time spent in-office to support your learning experience.
Hours of Operations: Hours of operation are continually evaluated and may change based on business need. Successful candidates are able and willing to work flexible work shifts and may be asked to work overtime and/or irregular hours.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Competitive candidates also demonstrate the following:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills
- Ability to multi-task across technical platforms
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software with the ability to learn new or updated software
- Applies discretion and appropriate security measures in handling confidential and sensitive information
- Accountability
- Resourcefulness
- Experience with Legal Secretary work preferred
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
- Employees must successfully complete all required training, including applicable proficiency, licensing exam(s) and background checks required of various state(s).
- State Farm recently implemented new pre-employment assessments. Candidates that have previously taken an assessment may be asked to participate in additional testing.
- This job has a 12-month incumbency.
OUR BENEFITS
Because work-life balance is a priority at State Farm, compensation is based on our standard 38:45-hour work week!
- Potential starting salary range: $45,337.50 - $55,000.00
- Starting salary will be based on skills, background, and experience
- High end of the range limited to applicants with significant relevant experience
- Potential yearly incentive pay up to 9% of base salary
At State Farm, we offer more than just a paycheck. Check out our suite of benefits designed to give you the flexibility you need to take care of you and your family!
- Get Paid! On top of our competitive pay, you are eligible for an annual raise and bonus.
- Stay Well! Focus on you and your family’s health with our robust health and wellbeing programs. State Farm pays most of your healthcare premium, and we offer multiple healthcare plan options, including a high deductible plan. All medical plans provide 100% coverage for in-network preventative care, AND you and your family have access to vision, dental, telemedicine, 24/7 mental health professionals, and much more!
- Develop and Grow! Take advantage of educational benefits like industry leading training programs, top-notch tuition assistance programs, employee resource groups, and mentoring.
- Plan Ahead! Plan for those big moments in life with benefits like fertility/IVF/adoption assistance, college coaching, national discount programs, interactive monthly financial workshops, free financial coaching, and more. You can also start a savings account or consider financing through our State Farm Federal Credit Union!
- Take a Little “You” Time! You will have access to our generous time off policies designed so you can plan around holidays, family events, volunteering, or just to take a relaxing day off. With the opportunity to initially earn up to 20 days annually plus parental leave, paid holidays, celebration day, life leave (40 hours/year), bereavement leave, and community service/education support days, there will be plenty of time for you!
- Give Back! We offer several ways to give back through our Matching Gift Program, Good Neighbor Grant Program, and the Employee Assistance Fund.
- Finish Strong! Plan for retirement using free financial advisors and a 401(k) plan with company contributions of up to 7% of your salary.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Legal Operations Specialist
Target corporate legal departments over law firms
In-house legal teams at large corporations sponsor more consistently than law firms, which often prefer attorneys. Fortune 500 companies with dedicated legal ops functions, think tech, finance, and healthcare, file LCAs for this role regularly.
Frame your degree as the foundation, not a credential
Consular officers and USCIS adjudicators assess whether your degree directly supports the role. A business, information systems, or legal studies degree maps cleanly. A general arts degree requires a stronger written argument from your employer's attorney.
Emphasize process improvement and technology skills
Legal ops roles that involve e-billing platforms, contract lifecycle management, or matter management software are easier to defend as specialty occupations. The more technical the function, the clearer the degree requirement becomes to adjudicators.
Ask about cap-exempt employers before applying
Nonprofits, government entities, and universities with legal departments are H-1B cap-exempt, meaning they can file year-round without waiting for the lottery. These roles are less common but worth prioritizing if you've missed the registration window.
Get your LCA job description reviewed before signing an offer
The Labor Condition Application locks in your job title and duties. A vague description like 'performs legal support tasks' is weaker than 'manages e-billing systems and outside counsel relationships.' Ask your employer to be specific before filing.
Use Migrate Mate to filter for verified sponsoring employers
Not every company that posts a legal ops role will sponsor a visa. Migrate Mate surfaces employers with confirmed H-1B sponsorship history, so you're not spending weeks applying to roles that will stall at the offer stage.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Legal Operations Specialist qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, if the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field like business, information systems, or legal studies. The key is demonstrating that the position is a specialty occupation, meaning a degree in a related discipline is a standard requirement for the job, not just a preference.
What degree do I need to qualify for an H-1B as a Legal Operations Specialist?
A bachelor's degree in business administration, information systems, legal studies, or a related field is the most defensible path. Degrees in political science or general management can qualify, but your employer's petition needs to clearly show the connection between your field of study and the specific duties of the role.
How often do employers sponsor Legal Operations Specialists for visas?
Sponsorship is more common than in traditional legal roles because legal ops is increasingly technology-driven. Large in-house legal departments at tech, healthcare, and financial services companies are the most active sponsors. Law firms sponsor less frequently for this title. Migrate Mate lists employers with verified sponsorship history for this role.
Can a Legal Operations Specialist get an O-1 visa instead of an H-1B?
Yes, but the O-1A requires documented extraordinary ability, think published work, awards, high-profile project leadership, or recognition in the legal operations field. If you've led significant process transformations, presented at industry conferences, or been cited in legal trade publications, an O-1A is worth exploring with an immigration attorney.
What happens to my visa if my employer's legal department is restructured or eliminated?
Your H-1B visa status is employer-specific. If your position is eliminated, you have a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsoring employer and have them file an H-1B transfer before your status lapses. Portability kicks in once the new petition is filed, even before it's approved, as long as it's non-frivolous.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Legal Operations Specialist jobs?
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.