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Litigation attorneys are in steady demand from Am Law 200 firms, regional boutiques, and corporate legal departments that sponsor H-1B visas. A J.D. from an ABA-accredited school and bar admission in the hiring state are non-negotiable requirements for sponsorship. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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We’re determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes well beyond coverages and policies. Working here means having every opportunity to achieve your goals – and to help others accomplish theirs, too. Join our team as we help shape the future.
The Hartford currently has an in-house REMOTE opportunity for a Complex Litigation Attorney to litigate cases primarily in Cook and Northern Illinois Counties.
WHAT CAN YOU TELL ME ABOUT THIS POSITION?
As a Complex Litigation Attorney for The Hartford you will join a collaborative environment where you will have direct contact with our Client and Claims Professionals, along with legal assistant and associate support, while working remote. If you join our team, you will find that we foster personal growth and are all driven to provide excellent customer service to our Claims Partners and insureds. If you have a passion for the law, enjoy collaborating with peers, Claims Partners, and insureds, this tort defense attorney position is for you.
We are looking for a colleague with a strong background in civil litigation defending general liability cases, including premises liability, and products liability, motor vehicle liability, and experience in addressing risk transfer issues. The Attorney will work remotely, and generally but not exclusively make appearances in Cook, Lake, Will, DuPage, and Northern Illinois area county and federal courts. The Attorney will handle the following key responsibilities:
- Demonstrate expertise in various practice areas across personal and commercial lines of business
- Comply with Litigation Management Guidelines
- Analyze complex legal and factual issues, conduct extensive and develop well-reasoned legal research
- Independently create and present defense strategies on behalf of clients
- Prepare complex pleadings, written discovery, depositions, motions and briefs in support of defense strategies with autonomy
- Partner with our Claims Partners to achieve the best results for our Hartford insured
- Provide effective and timely communications, information, legal advice and other services to clients on legal and factual issues
- Communicate with the court, witnesses, opposing counsel and co-counsel with professional diplomacy and discretion
- Facilitate prompt, efficient and effective disposition of assigned cases
- Independently prepare and present witnesses and evidence at trials, hearings, arbitrations and alternative dispute resolutions
- Research, draft, file and argue substantive motions on behalf of clients
- Provide in-house training to junior associates and/or claims partners
- Attend continuing legal education seminars to maintain high level of professional expertise
- Engage in continuous improvement in the practice of law including use of Generative AI tools, vLex, Lexis, and similar research platforms
WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
- Minimum of 15 years of legal practice experience handling tort defense cases
- JD from accredited law school and license to practice in the state of Illinois
- Federal Trial Bar admission is required
- Significant first-chair jury trial experience is required
- Positive-minded and collaborative team-player attitude
- Strong legal research and writing skills
- Solid MS Office proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook)
- vLex experience a plus; insurance coverage knowledge a plus
- Self-directed with excellent organizational and prioritization skills
- Strong computer skills and the ability to quickly leverage new software as required
WHAT ELSE CAN YOU TELL ME?
This position is a remote work position; the selected candidate will travel for appearances within Northern Illinois, generally.
Compensation
The listed annualized base pay range is primarily based on analysis of similar positions in the external market. Actual base pay could vary and may be above or below the listed range based on factors including but not limited to performance, proficiency and demonstration of competencies required for the role. The base pay is just one component of The Hartford’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short-term or annual bonuses, long-term incentives, and on-the-spot recognition. The annualized base pay range for this role is:
$171,200 - $256,800
Equal Opportunity Employer/Sex/Race/Color/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity or Expression/Religion/Age
INTRODUCTION
We’re determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes well beyond coverages and policies. Working here means having every opportunity to achieve your goals – and to help others accomplish theirs, too. Join our team as we help shape the future.
The Hartford currently has an in-house REMOTE opportunity for a Complex Litigation Attorney to litigate cases primarily in Cook and Northern Illinois Counties.
WHAT CAN YOU TELL ME ABOUT THIS POSITION?
As a Complex Litigation Attorney for The Hartford you will join a collaborative environment where you will have direct contact with our Client and Claims Professionals, along with legal assistant and associate support, while working remote. If you join our team, you will find that we foster personal growth and are all driven to provide excellent customer service to our Claims Partners and insureds. If you have a passion for the law, enjoy collaborating with peers, Claims Partners, and insureds, this tort defense attorney position is for you.
We are looking for a colleague with a strong background in civil litigation defending general liability cases, including premises liability, and products liability, motor vehicle liability, and experience in addressing risk transfer issues. The Attorney will work remotely, and generally but not exclusively make appearances in Cook, Lake, Will, DuPage, and Northern Illinois area county and federal courts. The Attorney will handle the following key responsibilities:
- Demonstrate expertise in various practice areas across personal and commercial lines of business
- Comply with Litigation Management Guidelines
- Analyze complex legal and factual issues, conduct extensive and develop well-reasoned legal research
- Independently create and present defense strategies on behalf of clients
- Prepare complex pleadings, written discovery, depositions, motions and briefs in support of defense strategies with autonomy
- Partner with our Claims Partners to achieve the best results for our Hartford insured
- Provide effective and timely communications, information, legal advice and other services to clients on legal and factual issues
- Communicate with the court, witnesses, opposing counsel and co-counsel with professional diplomacy and discretion
- Facilitate prompt, efficient and effective disposition of assigned cases
- Independently prepare and present witnesses and evidence at trials, hearings, arbitrations and alternative dispute resolutions
- Research, draft, file and argue substantive motions on behalf of clients
- Provide in-house training to junior associates and/or claims partners
- Attend continuing legal education seminars to maintain high level of professional expertise
- Engage in continuous improvement in the practice of law including use of Generative AI tools, vLex, Lexis, and similar research platforms
WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
- Minimum of 15 years of legal practice experience handling tort defense cases
- JD from accredited law school and license to practice in the state of Illinois
- Federal Trial Bar admission is required
- Significant first-chair jury trial experience is required
- Positive-minded and collaborative team-player attitude
- Strong legal research and writing skills
- Solid MS Office proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook)
- vLex experience a plus; insurance coverage knowledge a plus
- Self-directed with excellent organizational and prioritization skills
- Strong computer skills and the ability to quickly leverage new software as required
WHAT ELSE CAN YOU TELL ME?
This position is a remote work position; the selected candidate will travel for appearances within Northern Illinois, generally.
Compensation
The listed annualized base pay range is primarily based on analysis of similar positions in the external market. Actual base pay could vary and may be above or below the listed range based on factors including but not limited to performance, proficiency and demonstration of competencies required for the role. The base pay is just one component of The Hartford’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short-term or annual bonuses, long-term incentives, and on-the-spot recognition. The annualized base pay range for this role is:
$171,200 - $256,800
Equal Opportunity Employer/Sex/Race/Color/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity or Expression/Religion/Age
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Litigation Attorney
Target Am Law 200 and large regional firms first
Large law firms have established immigration counsel and dedicated HR processes for H-1B sponsorship. They file petitions regularly and are far less likely to back out mid-process than smaller firms encountering sponsorship for the first time.
Confirm bar admission eligibility before applying
Most states require applicants to hold a J.D. from an ABA-accredited school and pass the state bar. Foreign law degrees often require an LL.M. from a U.S. school to satisfy both bar eligibility and the specialty occupation requirement for H-1B purposes.
Clarify sponsorship willingness before the offer stage
Law firms sometimes assume candidates are already authorized to work. Raise sponsorship early, ideally after demonstrating strong fit during interviews, so neither side invests time in a process that stalls over immigration logistics at the offer stage.
An LL.M. strengthens both bar eligibility and visa petitions
For foreign-educated attorneys, a U.S. LL.M. serves double duty. It satisfies most state bar eligibility requirements and provides a U.S. credential that directly supports the specialty occupation classification USCIS requires for H-1B approval in legal roles.
In-house legal departments at large corporations also sponsor
Fortune 500 companies and large multinationals with in-house litigation teams regularly sponsor H-1B attorneys. These roles are less visible than firm positions but often have stronger immigration infrastructure and longer-term sponsorship commitments, including green card support.
Browse Migrate Mate to find firms actively sponsoring litigation roles
Migrate Mate surfaces litigation attorney positions from employers with a documented history of visa sponsorship. Filtering by sponsorship willingness saves significant time compared to applying broadly and discovering immigration limitations only after multiple interview rounds.
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Find Litigation Attorney JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Can a litigation attorney get H-1B sponsorship with a foreign law degree?
Yes, but a foreign J.D. alone is rarely sufficient. Most states require bar applicants to hold a degree from an ABA-accredited school, so foreign-educated attorneys typically need a U.S. LL.M. first. That LL.M. also strengthens the specialty occupation argument in the H-1B petition, since USCIS evaluates whether a specific bachelor's-level degree in a directly related field is required for the role.
Is litigation attorney a qualifying specialty occupation for the H-1B?
Yes. Litigation attorney roles consistently qualify as specialty occupations because they require a J.D., a degree equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's plus three years of graduate study, in a specific field. USCIS and DOL recognize the legal profession as a specialty occupation. Firms with experienced immigration counsel routinely win these petitions without significant issues.
Do law firms sponsor green cards for litigation attorneys?
Large Am Law 200 firms and some regional firms do sponsor green cards, typically through the EB-2 or EB-3 employment-based categories via PERM labor certification. However, green card sponsorship is less standardized in law than in tech. It's more common for associates who demonstrate long-term value to the firm, and timelines vary significantly depending on the attorney's country of birth.
How competitive is H-1B sponsorship for litigation attorneys compared to other roles?
Litigation attorneys face the same H-1B lottery as every other cap-subject applicant, with roughly a 25% selection rate in recent years. However, attorneys employed by certain nonprofit legal organizations, government entities, or institutions of higher education may be cap-exempt, bypassing the lottery entirely. It's worth exploring public interest and academic legal employers where cap-exempt status applies. Migrate Mate lists sponsoring employers across firm types and sectors.
Does bar admission in one state satisfy sponsorship requirements if the job is in another state?
Not automatically. H-1B petitions for attorneys must specify the work location, and employers typically require bar admission in the state where the attorney will practice. Some states allow admission by motion or reciprocity for attorneys licensed elsewhere, but this varies widely. If you're targeting roles across multiple states, research each state's bar admission rules before applying, since pending admission can delay or complicate the sponsorship timeline.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Litigation Attorney 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.
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