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Hydrogen Group

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 We are currently one of our closest clients in New York to hire a Public M&amp;A lawyer (Class of 2017-21) in their NY office. The firm has held the strongest and most positive reputation across the US for decades and more, it's big-law yet laid back, excellent culture, the partners are great and also excellent mentors. The teams are lean and it's the perfect place to be to excel in your career as an M&amp;A lawyer.
 
 
 
 
 
 Ideally, you will be at a large law firm, have Public M&amp;A experience and be based between New York and D.C. The firm boasts sectors such as Life Sciences, HealthCare, Sports, Tech etc.
 
 
 
 
 
 E: Mahamimtiaz@hydrogengroup.com for more!
 
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M&A Lawyer

Wildes & Weinberg

Wildes &amp; Weinberg, P.C., a prestigious immigration law firm with its headquarters in New York City, is looking to fill a Business Immigration Attorney position within our Talent Visa Team. The ideal candidate will possess experience conducting client consultations and assessments for different nonimmigrant and immigrant visa options, and must have working knowledge of nonimmigrant visas (O-1, P-1, etc.), and a good understanding of immigrant visas (EB-1, EB-2 NIW, etc.).The candidate will support Partners and Senior Associates in a wide array of immigration processes across various business case types, with a focus on O-1/EB-1 visas. The candidate will also be expected to prepare petitions for filing and assist with consular appointment scheduling, as needed. Must have experience in the immigration field, particularly with O-1 visas, as well as a strong academic record and the ability to work well with a team.Required Education, Experience, and Skills:<ul><li>Bachelors degree.</li><li>JD from an accredited law school.</li><li>Member in good standing of the Bar of any State.</li><li>Candidate with 2+ years of experience.</li><li>Strong lawyer with great communication skills.</li><li>Excellent writing skills.</li><li>Candidate must be able to thrive in a fast paced high volume environment.</li></ul>The position is based out of the firm&rsquo;s midtown Manhattan office. Competitive compensation and benefits commensurate with experience.--Wildes &amp; Weinberg, P.C. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, political affiliation or religion; nor does it discriminate against a qualified applicant or employee with a disability capable of performing the duties of the position.Job Type: Full-timePay: $65,000.00 - $110,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Business Immigration Attorney

Pact

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 Position Overview
 
 
 
 Pact is hiring experienced corporate attorneys for partner roles at our fully remote law firm, offering autonomy, unlimited earning potential, and support from a collaborative legal team. You will lead your practice with access to systems, infrastructure, and the backing of seasoned professionals who prioritize results over red tape.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 What You'll Do
 
 
 
 &bull; Advise clients on corporate structuring, transactions, and commercial matters
 
 
 &bull; Draft and negotiate contracts and deal documents
 
 
 &bull; Manage client matters independently and efficiently
 
 
 &bull; Originate new client relationships and expand existing ones
 
 
 &bull; Collaborate with peers to support client matters and development
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Who You Are
 
 
 
 &bull; 7+ years of corporate law experience at a U.S. law firm
 
 
 &bull; Licensed and in good standing with a U.S. State Bar
 
 
 &bull; Proven ability to originate or grow client relationships
 
 
 &bull; Strong drafting, negotiation, and transactional skills
 
 
 &bull; Communicates clearly and meets deadlines reliably
 
 
 &bull; Exceptional time management and organizational skills
 
 
 &bull; Proficiency with legal and communication technology
 
 
 
 
 
 
 What We Offer
 
 
 
 &bull; Fully remote, flexible work structure
 
 
 &bull; Legal operations support
 
 
 &bull; Practice management tools
 
 
 &bull; Transparent, performance-based compensation
 
 
 &bull; Share of client revenue and firm profit distributions
 
 
 &bull; Company contribution to health insurance
 
 
 &bull; 401(k) with employer match
 
 
 &bull; Unlimited PTO
 
 
 &bull; Monthly home office and wellness stipends
 
 
 &bull; Student loan reimbursement
 
 
 &bull; Professional development support
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Eligibility
 
 
 
 &bull; A portable book of business generating at least $500,000 in annual revenue
 
 
 &bull; Candidates below this threshold may be considered with a documented business development plan aligned with Pact&rsquo;s benchmarks
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Our Culture
 
 
 
 Pact is built for attorneys who take ownership of their practice and value accountability, clarity, and independence. You will work with a high-performing, entrepreneurial legal team focused on collaboration and results.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Diversity &amp; Inclusion
 
 
 
 Pact is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable work environment. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and encourage professionals from underrepresented communities to apply.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Apply Now
 
 
 
 If you are seeking greater control over your practice and a firm that supports your goals without unnecessary barriers, we invite you to apply.
 
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Corporate Lawyer

Kennedys

Kennedys, a Legal 500 and Chambers-ranked global law firm serving insurers and the London market, is seeking motivated and dynamic attorneys to join its national and international financial lines practice. The position can be based in Basking Ridge, Chicago, New York City, Philadelphia or San Francisco, as our culture fosters global collaboration daily.
 
Ideal candidates should have two to five years of litigation and dispute resolution experience in any one or more of the following insurance lines of coverage: financial institutions, directors & officers' liability, management liability (public and private entity), professional liability, bank liability, crime, fidelity, product recall, miscellaneous errors & omissions, political risk, employment practices, and other similar coverage lines. Candidates should also have an interest in marketing and thought leadership efforts through practice related publications, professional association involvement and other similar opportunities.
 
We want to help you build a career here, and provide significant business development training, dedicated associate and partner mentors, and a firm-wide associate committee to liaise with the partners. We want you to be the future of Kennedys.
 
Candidates must be admitted and in good standing in the respective state they are applying to work in. Additional admissions in other states, a plus.
 
Competitive salary, annual performance-based raises, discretionary bonus, and benefits package offered. 1920 hour requirement. Will consider hybrid work arrangements.
 
The base salary range for this position ranges from $140,000-$175,000. Other factors such as skills, experience, qualification, and location may determine actual salary. Qualified Senior Associates and Special Counsel may have a higher range and may also be considered for suitable positions.

Financial Lines Attorney

DataAnnotation

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 We are looking for legal experts to join our team to train AI models. You will measure the progress of these AI chatbots, evaluate their logic, and solve problems to improve the quality of each model. In this role you will need to hold an expert level of legal reasoning &mdash; a completed or in-progress law degree is required.
 
 
 We are interested in a wide range of expertise, so relevant backgrounds include: corporate law, criminal law, civil litigation, constitutional law, administrative law, environmental law, family law, intellectual property law, tax law, labor and employment law, immigration law, real estate law, health law, entertainment law, human rights law, international law, cybersecurity and privacy law, contract law, securities law, bankruptcy law, and alternative dispute resolution.
 
 
 
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 Projects are paid hourly starting at $40+ per hour, with bonuses on high-quality and high-volume work
 
 
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 Give AI chatbots diverse and complex legal problems and evaluate their outputs
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 Evaluate the quality produced by AI models for correctness and performance
 
 
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 Fluency in English (native or bilingual level)
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 Note
 
 
 
 Payment is made via PayPal. We will never ask for any money from you. PayPal will handle any currency conversions from USD. Only applicants in the United States will be considered for this role. This is an independent contract position.
 
 
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Lawyer

Pagaya Investments

<div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">About Pagaya</h2>

Shape the Future of Finance 
 
Pagaya is building a leading artificial intelligence network to help our partners grow their businesses and better serve their customers.
 
 
Pagaya is a global technology company making life-changing financial products and services available to more people nationwide, as it reshapes the financial services ecosystem. By using machine learning, a vast data network and a sophisticated AI-driven approach, Pagaya provides comprehensive consumer credit and residential real estate solutions for its partners, their customers, and investors. Its proprietary API and capital solutions integrate into its network of partners to deliver seamless user experiences and greater access to the mainstream economy. Pagaya has offices in New York and Tel Aviv. For more information, visit pagaya.com.

Let's create better outcomes together!</div><div>
About the Role

We are seeking a seasoned and strategic Partnership and Product Counsel to join our growing legal team. This person will serve as a key legal partner for our product and marketing teams, providing expert guidance on a wide range of legal and regulatory matters. You will be instrumental in shaping compliant, high-performance programs for our consumer lending products, including direct mail campaigns. The ideal candidate is a proactive, business-minded lawyer who is comfortable operating at both a strategic and tactical level, providing clear, actionable advice to both executives and hands-on teams. This person is expected to have a comprehensive understanding of Pagaya&rsquo;s core business and a solid working knowledge of financing principles, particularly in the negotiation and drafting of legal agreements necessary to formalize partnership arrangements and to facilitate the sale and servicing of loans and other financial assets.

We are seeking an intelligent, motivated, self-starter with excellent judgment to join our growing legal team in a rapidly expanding company. The ideal candidate is a business-minded lawyer focused on execution and prepared to take a lead role in collaborating with our Business, Technology, Capital Markets, and other teams and stakeholders, including Risk and Compliance. 
 
Success in the role requires someone who is proactive, collaborative, and comfortable providing both high-level strategic support and detailed legal advice. Passion for business growth is crucial for success at Pagaya. We are looking for a candidate excited by the challenge of working in a legally complex global fintech company and who welcomes the dynamic environment of a growing company. This role involves engagement with employees and management at all levels, making social and communication skills vital for building strong working relationships.

The role reports directly to the Chief Legal Officer and will be located in New York.

Responsibilities
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<li>Serve as the primary legal advisor for product development, marketing initiatives, and new features, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations in the fintech and consumer credit space.</li>
<li>Act as a strategic partner to our business team in connection with drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements related to the acquisition and servicing of various asset classes.</li>
<li>Build, analyze, and structure complex partnerships.</li>
<li>Advise on all aspects of marketing and advertising, with deep expertise in digital and direct mail campaigns, to mitigate legal and regulatory risks.</li>
<li>Collaborate cross-functionally with Risk, Product, and Partnerships teams to shape and execute compliant, high-performance programs.</li>
<li>Stay informed about regulatory changes affecting consumer lending and credit products to proactively identify and address legal risks.</li>
<li>Provide clear, actionable legal advice to a variety of stakeholders, balancing legal risk with business objectives.</li>
<li>Act as a strategic partner to our business team in connection with drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements related to the acquisition and servicing of various asset classes.</li>
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Requirements
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<li>A qualified attorney in the United States (preferably NY).</li>
<li>6+ years of experience in a US law firm and/or in-house, although the right candidate could have significantly more experience.</li>
<li>Excellent contract drafting skills and the ability to negotiate and advise on complex transactions with minimal support from external counsel.</li>
<li>Familiarity with US consumer credit/lending legal and regulatory regimes, including FCRA, GLBA, TILA, etc.</li>
<li>Excellent judgment and initiative in developing creative, practical, and effective solutions, using a business-first approach.</li>
<li>Deep expertise in direct mail marketing, including list selection, testing, regulatory nuances, and campaign execution.</li>
<li>Significant experience working cross-functionally with Risk, Product, and Growth teams.</li>
<li>Strong analytical acumen, with the ability to monitor performance and identify optimization opportunities.</li>
<li>Assertive, results-driven, and comfortable navigating ambiguity.</li>
<li>Comfortable operating at both the strategic and tactical level&mdash;influencing executives while remaining hands-on.</li>
<li>Significant experience negotiating purchase and servicing agreements for consumer credit assets (unsecured loans, auto loans, credit cards, point-of-sale) is preferred.</li>
<li>Native/Fluent English (written and spoken).</li>
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The pay ranges for New York-based hires are commensurate with candidate experience.

Pay ranges for candidates working in locations other than New York may differ based on the cost of labor in that location.</div></div>
Compensation Range for New York Based Hires
$200,000 - $240,000 USD</div></div><div>
Our Team

Pagaya was founded in 2016 by seasoned research, finance, and technology entrepreneurs with our head quarters located in NYC and Tel Aviv. 

We move fast and smart, identifying new opportunities and building end-to-end solutions from AI models and unique data sources. Every Pagaya team member is solving new and exciting challenges every day in a culture based on partnership, collaboration, and community.

Join a team of builders who are working every day to enable better outcomes for our partners and their customers.

Our Values
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<li>Continuously Learn- We challenge ourselves for the sake of getting better as individuals, as teams, and as an organization to deliver for our partners.</li>
<li>Debate and Commit- We respectfully and openly debate to strengthen our ideas and build shared conviction - once we decide, we go all in, together.</li>
<li>Dream Big and Act- We boldly tackle complex problems, pressure-test solutions in real-time, and adapt with speed and energy.</li>
<li>Advance Inclusion- We create a world where everyone can win, designing systems that better represent people and generate sustainable value for our employees, partners and investors.</li>
<li>Be Accountable Together- We proudly own our actions and our results, taking initiative to ensure our work gets over the finish line as a team.</li>
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More than just a job

We believe health, happiness, and productivity go hand-in-hand. That's why we're continually looking to enhance the ways we support you with benefits programs and perks that allow every Pagayan to do the best work of their life.</div></div>

Partnerships Counsel New

NBCU News Group

<div>Position Overview:
The Counsel will serve as a news content and media lawyer to the News Group, advising journalists on First Amendment, newsgathering, and other legal issues.
Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Advise editorial leadership and journalists working across platforms including linear television, streaming, digital, social and audio, in support of daily news programming, breaking news, analysis, elections, investigative reports, documentaries, lifestyle, true crime, and unscripted programming</li><li>
Conduct pre-broadcast and pre-publication review</li><li>
Advise on newsgathering and access issues</li><li>
Counsel on copyright and other intellectual property matters</li><li>
Advise on, and respond to, pre- and post-publication threats and challenges</li><li>
Respond to subpoenas and other third-party requests for information</li><li>
Craft and deliver legal training for the newsroom</li><li>
Implement and counsel on News Group policies that protect our integrity, accuracy and independence</li><li>
Monitor legal developments affecting the press and freedom of speech</li><li>
Partner with specialist lawyers across NBCUniversal&rsquo;s Legal Department, including on news-related litigation</li><li>
Contribute to an inclusive, collaborative, and creative team culture</li></ul>
Qualifications
Basic Requirements:<ul><li>
4+ years of legal experience, including experience advising news clients on media law and publication issues</li><li>
Passion for news and press freedom</li><li>
High level of integrity and professionalism</li><li>
Exceptional writing, analytical, and problem-solving skills</li><li>
Member in good standing of the State Bar of New York, or another State Bar with registration as in-house counsel in New York</li><li>
Spanish-language proficiency preferred</li></ul>
This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of four days per week.
This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.
Salary range: $140,000-$170,000 (bonus and long-term incentive eligible).
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