Counsel In House

About Us:
We are a dynamic and growing private business group with interests in construction, real estate, and other industries. We are seeking an experienced In-House Counsel to manage a wide range of legal matters, with a particular emphasis on construction law, litigation management, and insurance-related disputes. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned legal professional who is ready to take a hands-on role in protecting and advancing the company’s interests.

Responsibilities:

• Legal Advice and Counsel: Provide expert legal advice to the company's executives, management, and employees on a wide range of legal issues.
• Contract Drafting and Review: Draft, review, and negotiate various contracts and agreements, including vendor agreements, customer contracts, and partnership agreements.
• Compliance: Ensure the company's compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards. Develop and implement compliance programs and policies.
• Litigation Management: Manage litigation and legal disputes, working with external counsel when necessary.
• Intellectual Property: Protect the company's intellectual property rights, including trademarks, patents, and copyrights.
• Corporate Governance: Advise on corporate governance matters, including board meetings, corporate policies, and ethical guidelines.
• Risk Management: Identify and evaluate legal risks and propose strategies to mitigate those risks.
• Real Estate: Handle real estate transactions, leases, and related legal matters.
• Employment Law: Provide guidance on employment law issues, including hiring, termination, and workplace policies.
• Data Privacy: Ensure compliance with data privacy laws and regulations, such as GDPR and CCPA.
• Training: Conduct legal training for employees on relevant topics.
• Policy Development: Develop and update company policies to ensure legal compliance.
• Mergers and Acquisitions: Provide legal support for mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic transactions.
• Liaison with External Counsel: Manage relationships with external legal counsel and oversee their work.

Qualifications:

• Education: Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Bar Admission: Admission to the bar in the relevant jurisdiction.
• Experience: [X] years of experience practicing law, preferably with some experience as in-house counsel or in a corporate legal environment.
• Knowledge: Deep understanding of corporate law, contract law, compliance, and other relevant areas of law.
• Skills:
• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Strong negotiation and advocacy skills.
• Ability to analyze complex legal issues and provide practical advice.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with the company's industry and relevant regulations.

Compensation:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Benefits package available.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person