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commercial claims counsel

GEICO

<div><p><b>At GEICO, we offer a rewarding career where your ambitions are met with endless possibilities.</b></p><p><b>
Every day we honor our iconic brand by offering quality coverage to millions of customers and being there when they need us most. We thrive through relentless innovation to exceed our customers&rsquo; expectations while making a real impact for our company through our shared purpose.</b></p><p></p><p><b>
When you join our company, we want you to feel valued, supported and proud to work here. That&rsquo;s why we offer The GEICO Pledge: Great Company, Great Culture, Great Rewards and Great Careers.</b></p><p></p><p>
GEICO is seeking Commercial Claims Counsel to join its Corporate Litigation and Investigations Division. The Commercial Claims Counsel should have experience advising claims organizations in insurance coverage and claims-related litigation arising from commercial insurance policies. The Commercial Claims Counsel will identify, develop, and maintain the Company&rsquo;s position on commercial claims related litigation, bad faith claims, and extra-contractual matters.</p><p></p><div><p>
The Commercial Claims Counsel will be expected to provide legal services and advice regarding commercial insurance claims of heightened complexity, complex extracontractual matters, bad faith, and other major litigation and manage large-scale projects. The position may involve other duties, as assigned.<br>
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This role will partner closely with other business teams, while forming part of a collaborative legal department that is valued for its practical advice. The ideal candidate will have at least 5-7 years of relevant substantive experience in a law firm or in-house legal department, including experience managing or litigating bad faith or extra-contractual allegations. In addition, the successful candidate will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong judgment, strong research and writing skills, and an eagerness to be involved in a dynamic company.<br>
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<b>Primary Responsibilities:</b></p></div><div><p><br>
Provide legal advice to the claims organization on claims of heightened complexity, bad faith, coverage, and extra-contractual allegations against the Companies.</p></div><ul><li><p>
Perform factual and legal research and analysis</p></li><li><p>
Review documents at the request of Legal Department management</p></li><li><p>
Develop and conduct in-house presentations on research projects.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Basic Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school</p></li><li><p>
Admission to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.</p></li><li><p>
5-7 years of litigation management experience at a law firm, government, and/or in-house role.</p></li><li><p>
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.</p></li><li><p>
Up-to-date understanding of the key legal issues germane to an organization</p></li><li><p>
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal concepts to non-lawyers.</p></li><li><p>
Proficiency in managing multiple priorities, projects, and stakeholders.</p></li><li><p>
Trial and/or appellate experience.</p></li><li><p>
Experience handling bad faith or extra-contractual litigation against an insurance company.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Preferred Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li><p>
 A background in commercial insurance coverage and litigation.</p></li><li><p>
Experience working as a Claims Counsel or Claims Attorney at an insurance company, preferably with an expertise in Commercial Claims.</p></li><li><p>
Experience working with cross-functional teams, both legal and non-legal.</p></li><li><p>
Federal or State court Clerkship.</p></li></ul><p></p><div><p><b><br>
Hybrid In-Office Work Schedule</b> - 3 days per week in office required. This position can be based out of Bethesda, MD, Cleveland, OH or New York, NY</p></div><p></p><p><b><br>
Annual Salary</b></p>
$135,300.00 - $235,750.00<p>
The above annual salary range is a general guideline. Multiple factors are taken into consideration to arrive at the final hourly rate/ annual salary to be offered to the selected candidate. Factors include, but are not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate&rsquo;s work experience, education and training, the work location as well as market and business considerations.</p><br>
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At this time, GEICO will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.<p></p><p><b><br>
The GEICO Pledge:</b></p><p></p><p><b>
Great Company:</b> At GEICO, we help our customers through life&rsquo;s twists and turns. Our mission is to protect people when they need it most and we&rsquo;re constantly evolving to stay ahead of their needs.</p><p>
We&rsquo;re an iconic brand that thrives on innovation, exceeding our customers&rsquo; expectations and enabling our collective success. From day one, you&rsquo;ll take on exciting challenges that help you grow and collaborate with dynamic teams who want to make a positive impact on people&rsquo;s lives.</p><p></p><p><b>
Great Careers:</b> We offer a career where you can learn, grow, and thrive through personalized development programs, created with your career &ndash; and your potential &ndash; in mind. You&rsquo;ll have access to industry leading training, certification assistance, career mentorship and coaching with supportive leaders at all levels.</p><p></p><p><b>
Great Culture:</b> We foster an inclusive culture of shared success, rooted in integrity, a bias for action and a winning mindset. Grounded by our core values, we have an an established culture of caring, inclusion, and belonging, that values different perspectives. Our teams are led by dynamic, multi-faceted teams led by supportive leaders, driven by performance excellence and unified under a shared purpose.</p><p>
As part of our culture, we also offer employee engagement and recognition programs that reward the positive impact our work makes on the lives of our customers.</p><p></p><p><b>
Great Rewards:</b> We offer compensation and benefits built to enhance your physical well-being, mental and emotional health and financial future.</p><ul><li>
Comprehensive Total Rewards program that offers personalized coverage tailor-made for you and your family&rsquo;s overall well-being.</li><li>
Financial benefits including market-competitive compensation; a 401K savings plan vested from day one that offers a 6% match; performance and recognition-based incentives; and tuition assistance.</li><li>
Access to additional benefits like mental healthcare as well as fertility and adoption assistance.</li><li>
Supports flexibility- We provide workplace flexibility as well as our GEICO Flex program, which offers the ability to work from anywhere in the US for up to four weeks per year.</li></ul><p></p><p>
The equal employment opportunity policy of the GEICO Companies provides for a fair and equal employment opportunity for all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. GEICO hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.</p><p></p><p>
GEICO reasonably accommodates qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to receive equal employment opportunity and/or perform the essential functions of the job, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship to the Company. This applies to all applicants and associates. GEICO also provides a work environment in which each associate is able to be productive and work to the best of their ability. We do not condone or tolerate an atmosphere of intimidation or harassment. We expect and require the cooperation of all associates in maintaining an atmosphere free from discrimination and harassment with mutual respect by and for all associates and applicants.</p></div>

Commercial Claims Counsel

PARAMOUNT

<div><p><b>#WeAreParamount on a mission to unleash the power of content&hellip; you in?</b><br>
We&rsquo;ve got the brands, we&rsquo;ve got the stars, we&rsquo;ve got the<b> </b>power<b> </b>to achieve our mission to entertain the planet &ndash; now all we&rsquo;re missing is&hellip; YOU! Becoming a part of Paramount means joining a team of passionate people who not only recognize the power of content but also enjoy a touch of fun and uniqueness. Together, we co-create moments that matter &ndash; both for our audiences and our employees &ndash; and aim to leave a positive mark on culture.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
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Overview and Responsibilities:</b></h2><p></p><p><br>
We are seeking a mid-level lawyer to join our dynamic in-house litigation team. This is an exciting and challenging role in a fast-paced environment, with primary responsibility for advising internal business clients, handling pre-litigation claims, and litigating cases, both as counsel of record and in collaboration with outside counsel. The Counsel, Litigation will work on a wide range of matters, including general commercial disputes, intellectual property claims, personal injury and insured matters, bankruptcy matters, third-party subpoena responses, and other claims affecting the company and its divisions.</p><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:</b></h2><br>
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Lead and manage a diverse portfolio of litigation matters and pre-litigation claims.</li><li>
Oversee all aspects of litigation matters, including e-discovery, fact-finding and analysis, witness preparation, depositions, case management conferences, and motion practice.</li><li>
Draft and edit legal papers, including pleadings, briefs, declarations, discovery demands and responses.</li><li>
Collaborate with outside counsel and internal partners to ensure alignment with business objectives and legal strategy.</li><li>
Respond to third-party claims and subpoenas.</li></ul><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Basic Qualifications:</b></h2><br>
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JD from an accredited law school and member in good standing of the New York bar.</li><li>
4+ years of litigation experience, with significant exposure to general commercial disputes and IP litigation.</li></ul><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Additional Qualifications:</b></h2><br>
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Exceptional legal writing and editing skills.</li><li>
Proven ability to manage complex litigation, with ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.</li><li>
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.</li><li>
Superior judgment and professionalism to resolve legal issues quickly.</li><li>
Prior experience at or representing media companies is preferred.</li></ul><p></p><p><br>
Paramount Skydance Corporation (NASDAQ: PSKY) is a leading global media and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide. Driven by iconic studios, networks and streaming services, Paramount's portfolio of consumer brands includes CBS, Showtime Networks, Paramount Pictures, Nickelodeon, MTV, Comedy Central, BET, Paramount+, and Pluto TV, among others. Paramount delivers the largest share of the U.S. television audience and boasts one of the industry's most important and extensive libraries of TV and film titles. In addition to offering innovative streaming services and digital video products, the company provides powerful capabilities in production, distribution and advertising solutions.</p><p></p><p><br>
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION</p><p></p><p><br>
Hiring Salary Range: $140,000.00 - 175,000.00.</p><p></p><p><br>
This position is bonus eligible. The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.</p><p></p><div><b><br>
What We Offer:</b></div><ul><li>
Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here: https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits</li><li>
Generous paid time off.</li><li>
An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount&rsquo;s most dynamic teams.</li><li>
Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events.</li><li>
Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.</li><li>
Explore life at Paramount: https://www.paramount.com/careers/life-at-paramount</li></ul><p></p><p><br>
Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.</p><p></p><p><br>
At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.</p><p></p><p><br>
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access https://www.paramount.com/careers as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.846.5500 or by sending an email to paramountaccommodations@paramount.com. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.</p></div><p></p>

Counsel, Litigation

Kite Consulting Group

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  We&rsquo;re working with a fast-growing tech startup in New York looking for a sharp, commercially minded Legal Counsel to join their small, high-impact legal team. You&rsquo;ll handle a wide mix of commercial contracts, vendor agreements and terms of business for a global, institutional client base.
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Commercial Lawyer

NYC Housing Authority

<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>AGENCY ATTORNEY 03
</b></h1></div><div><div><div><div><ul><li>NYC HOUSING AUTHORITY
</li></ul></div></div><div><div>Posted On: 12/03/2025
</div></div><div><div><ul><li>Full-Time
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</div><div>NYC-ALL BOROS</div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><ul><li>No Exam Required
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<div>Law Dept-Litigation</div>
</div></div></div><p></p><div><div><div>Salary Range:</div>
<div>$106,404.00 &ndash; $120,000.00</div>
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</div></div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Description</b></h2></div>
<div><div><div>Join the New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) as an Agency Attorney III and play a key role in shaping the strategies that protect and strengthen the agency&rsquo;s mission.<br>
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The Tort Division is expanding its efforts to efficiently resolve claims and actions by growing a specialized, high-impact settlement unit. As part of this team, the selected candidate will help drive fair, cost-effective outcomes that support NYCHA and the residents we serve. Selected candidate will collaborate closely with colleagues, outside counsel, investigators, and NYCHA leadership to develop informed strategies for claim resolution. This role offers a dynamic litigation environment involving meaningful public-sector work, hands-on negotiation experience, and the opportunity to influence how claims are evaluated and resolved by NYCHA city-wide.<br>
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In this position, the selected candidate will:<br>
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<ul><li>Manage a caseload of tort claims and actions, developing defense strategies and guiding outside counsel and investigative firms.</li><li>Conduct legal analysis to support dispositive motion practice and drive negotiated resolutions through settlement conferences, &ldquo;blockbuster&rdquo; court calendars, and mediations.</li><li>Draft clear and concise case abstracts summarizing facts, legal issues, and procedural posture for settlement valuation.</li><li>Review and analyze claims, pleadings, discovery, medical records, and reports from multiple stakeholders.</li><li>Evaluate each matter to determine the most strategic path toward resolution by motion practice, settlement, trial, or appeal.</li><li>Set reserves, seek appropriate settlement authority, and negotiate resolutions.</li><li>Review and adjust vendor invoices for compliance with NYCHA retainer agreements.</li><li>Maintain confidentiality regarding all NYCHA proceedings.</li></ul><br>
We are looking for an attorney who brings sound judgment, strong analytical tools, and a collaborative spirit. The strongest candidates will have:<br>
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1. Experience defending municipalities in personal injury actions.<br>
2. Background in toxic tort litigation, including mold, lead, or asbestos matters.<br>
3. Demonstrated skill advising landlord-clients on tort liability and claims resolution.<br>
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Additional Information<br>
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1. Resume and cover letter must also include bar admission date(s) (month and year). Candidates must also provide two writing samples representing the candidate&rsquo;s efforts, not those of a reviewer; three references, listing their professional association and the circumstances under which they became familiar with the candidate&rsquo;s professional skills; a copy of law school transcript; current and/or minimum salary requirements.<br>
2. NYCHA employees applying for transfer, promotion, title or level change opportunities must have served a period of one year at current location and in current title and level (if applicable).<br>
3. NYCHA residents are encouraged to apply.<br>
4. NYCHA provides benefits that include a choice of medical coverage plans, deferred compensation plans and a defined pension benefit plan as a member of the New York City Employees&rsquo; Retirement System (NYCERS).<br>
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Please read this posting carefully to make certain you meet the minimum qualification requirements before applying to this position.<br>
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AGENCY ATTORNEY - 30087</div><p><b><br>
Minimum Qualifications</b></p><p><br>
1. Admission to the New York State Bar; and either &quot;2&quot; or &quot;3&quot; below.
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2. One year of satisfactory United States legal experience subsequent to admission to any state bar; or
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3. Six months of satisfactory service as an Agency Attorney Interne (30086).
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Incumbents must remain Members of the New York State Bar in good standing for the duration of this employment.
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In addition to meeting the minimum Qualification Requirements:
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To be assigned to Assignment Level (AL) II, candidates must have one year of experience at Assignment Level I or two years of comparable legal experience subsequent to admission to the bar, in the areas of law related to the assignment. To be assigned to AL III candidates must have two years of experience in Assignment Levels I and/or II or three years of comparable legal experience subsequent to admission to the bar, in the areas of law related to the assignment.</p><p><b><br>
Public Service Loan Forgiveness</b></p><br>
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education&rsquo;s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.<br>
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Residency Requirement</b></p><br>
NYCHA has no residency requirements.<br>
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Additional Information</b></p><div></div><p><br>
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.</p></div>
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</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div>Job ID
</div><div>758089</div>
</div></div><div><div><div><div>Posted until</div>
<div>01/31/2026</div>
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<div>30087</div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Civil service title</div>
<div>AGENCY ATTORNEY</div>
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<div>Non-Competitive-5</div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Business title</div>
<div>AGENCY ATTORNEY 03</div>
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><ul><li><div>Experience Level: </div>Experienced (Non-Manager)
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<div>03</div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Number of positions</div>
<div>1</div>
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<div>Law-Tort Division</div>
</div></div></div><div><div><ul><li><div>Category: </div>Legal Affairs
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AGENCY ATTORNEY 03

Gullia Filing

<p>About the Company</p><p>Mintz is a premier Am Law 100 firm with over 500 attorneys, providing strategic legal counsel to innovative companies, public entities, and nonprofits. Headquartered in Boston and founded in 1933, the firm has additional offices in major hubs including New York, Washington DC, San Diego, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and London. Mintz advises health plans, life sciences companies, and healthcare providers on highly regulated commercial issues. The firm is not venture-backed and is a partner-driven entity.</p><p><b>Roles and Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>Draft and negotiate commercial contracts with PBMs and related service providers</li><li>Support PBM procurement lifecycle, including vendor selection and contract execution</li><li>Advise clients on managed care operations, pharmaceutical supply chain contracts, and disputes</li><li>Travel occasionally for in-person negotiations with client stakeholders</li><li>Coordinate with Mintz attorneys across practices on cross-functional legal issues</li><li>Counsel clients on regulatory compliance under federal/state health laws</li><li>Manage multiple contract workflows, reviews, and timelines with minimal supervision</li></ul><p><b>Job Requirements:</b></p><ul><li>JD or LLM from an ABA-accredited law school</li><li>Admission (or eligibility) in MA, NY, or DC</li><li>At least 3 years of commercial/transactional experience in managed care or PBM industries</li><li>Experience with PBM vendor contracting: rebate agreements, pharmacy networks, etc.</li><li>Strong understanding of health law regulatory frameworks (state/federal)</li><li>Excellent communication, organizational, and project management skills</li><li>In-house PBM industry experience</li><li>Experience handling PBM contract disputes</li><li>Familiarity with pharmaceutical supply chain entities</li></ul><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: $200,000.00 - $345,000.00 per year</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>401(k)</li><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Retirement plan</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Application Question(s):</p><ul><li>what is your visa type?</li></ul><p>Location:</p><ul><li>New York, NY 10022 (Preferred)</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Health Law Practice Group Associate or Special Counsel (PBM)

Legal Counsel

Coinflow

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  About Coinflow
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 Coinflow is a next-generation payments company headquartered in Chicago, pioneering the way money moves globally. We enable merchants and marketplaces to accept payment methods across 170+ countries with instant settlement, AI-driven fraud prevention, and blockchain-based proof-of-delivery.
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 Backed by leading investors&mdash;including Pantera Capital, CMT Digital, Coinbase Ventures, Jump Capital, and Reciprocal Ventures&mdash;Coinflow recently raised a $25M Series A to accelerate our mission to modernize cross-border payments.
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 Since our seed round in 2024, we&rsquo;ve achieved 23x revenue growth and scaled to a multi-billion-dollar annual transaction volume run rate!
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  About The Role
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 We're seeking an experienced Counsel to serve as our first in-house legal hire and strategic legal partner as we scale. This is a high-impact role where you'll build our legal function from the ground up, advise on critical business decisions, and ensure we navigate the complex regulatory landscape of payments and digital assets with confidence.
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 You'll work directly with our leadership team on strategic matters while managing day-to-day legal needs&mdash;from commercial contracts to regulatory compliance. This role offers significant autonomy, variety, and the opportunity to shape legal strategy at a critical inflection point in our company's growth.
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  Commercial &amp; Contracts
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   Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements including merchant agreements, partnership agreements, vendor contracts, and licensing deals
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   Own the contract review process and build scalable templates and playbooks as we grow
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   Partner with Sales, Product, and Operations teams to structure deals that balance risk and commercial objectives
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  Strategic &amp; Corporate Matters
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   Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership on strategic initiatives, corporate governance, and risk management
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   Support fundraising activities, M&amp;A opportunities, and corporate transactions as they arise
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   Advise on employment matters, equity compensation, and HR policies
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  Regulatory &amp; Compliance
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   Navigate the evolving regulatory landscape for payments, fintech, and digital assets/crypto
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   Develop and maintain compliance programs for money transmission, AML/KYC, and consumer protection requirements
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   Monitor regulatory developments and translate them into actionable guidance for the business
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  Outside Counsel Management
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   Serve as the primary liaison with our outside counsel, ensuring efficient and cost-effective engagement
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   Determine when to handle matters in-house vs. escalate to specialists
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   Build relationships with external legal partners and manage their work to control costs
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   JD from an accredited law school and active bar membership
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   5+ years of legal experience, with significant exposure to fintech, payments, or financial services
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   Strong understanding of payment systems, money transmission regulations, and fintech regulatory frameworks
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   Experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts
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   Proven ability to work autonomously and make sound judgment calls in ambiguous situations
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   Excellent communication skills and ability to translate complex legal concepts for non-legal stakeholders
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   Comfortable working in a fast-paced startup environment with competing priorities
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   Experience with cryptocurrency, blockchain, or digital assets regulatory issues
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   Prior in-house experience at a high-growth startup or fintech company
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   Familiarity with state money transmitter licensing and federal regulatory frameworks (FinCEN, CFPB, etc.)
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   Experience managing outside counsel relationships and legal budgets
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   Background in both transactional and regulatory work
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   CIPP certification or privacy law experience
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   International payments or cross-border regulatory experience
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   Prior experience building a legal function from scratch
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   Work on cutting-edge issues at the intersection of payments, fintech, and crypto
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 Join the team rewriting how money moves worldwide&mdash;and become a driving force in the $194 trillion cross-border payments market.
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