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Larson Maddox

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 Corporate Attorney (3-8 Years Experience)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Locations:
 
 New York City * Washington, DC * Boston * Philadelphia
 
 
 
 Employment Type:
 
 Full-Time
 
 
 
 
 
 
 About the Opportunity
 
 
 
 My client, a top-tier international law firm with more than 150 years of experience advising industry‑defining businesses, is seeking a
 
 Corporate Attorney with 3-8 years of experience
 
 to join their highly collaborative and commercially focused team. This role is ideal for attorneys who want to work on sophisticated matters across industries and thrive in a culture that values innovation, teamwork, and strategic thinking.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 About My Client
 
 
 
 My client is known for helping business leaders lead-supporting clients across financial services, private capital, real estate, life sciences, and technology. With a global platform spanning the U.S., Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, they bring commercial judgment, sector depth, and cross-border coordination to every matter.
 
 
 They are recognized for:
 
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 A bold, business-forward approach that identifies opportunity and anticipates risk
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 Intrepid teamwork and seamless global collaboration
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 A culture where innovation is embedded, including leadership in emerging legal areas
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 A commitment to excellence, reflected in consistent top-tier rankings and client praise
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Role &amp; Responsibilities
 
 
 
 Candidates with experience in any of the following areas are encouraged to apply:
 
 <ul>
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 M&amp;A, private equity, venture capital
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 Fund formation or investment management
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 Capital markets
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 Real estate transactions or joint ventures
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 Corporate governance and regulatory advisory
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 Commercial contracting
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 Cross-border matters
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 Litigation experience with interest in corporate work
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 </ul>
 
 Responsibilities include:
 
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 Supporting and leading complex transactions
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 Drafting and negotiating a wide range of agreements
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 Managing due diligence and deal execution
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 Advising clients on corporate strategy and risk
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 Collaborating with colleagues across offices and practice groups
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 <ul>
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 J.D. from an accredited law school
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 Admission to practice in the relevant jurisdiction
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 3-8 years of corporate, transactional, or related experience
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 Strong drafting, analytical, and communication skills
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 Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment
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 A proactive, commercially minded approach
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Why This Role Stands Out
 
 
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 High-impact work with sophisticated clients
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 A global platform with top-tier resources
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 A culture that values collaboration, creativity, and professional growth
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 Opportunities to work on cutting-edge legal issues and emerging trends
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 </ul>
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Corporate Attorney

Robert Hadley Associates

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 Top mid-size New York based law firm is seeking a Corporate Securities Attorney for the New York City office. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience supporting a sophisticated corporate practice including securities, governance, and other transactional matters. This is an in office position. This is a great opportunity to join a great firm with the ability to work on complex matters and have the ability for growth. The firm offers an excellent benefits and compensation package. Compensation for this role is $180,000 - $220,000.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 &bull; Advise public and private companies on Securities Act and Exchange Act compliance and related reporting obligations
 
 
 &bull; Draft and review SEC filings, including periodic reports and current reports, proxy statements, registration statements and Section 16 filings
 
 
 &bull; Counsel on corporate governance matters, board and committee processes, and disclosure controls and procedures
 
 
 &bull; Support capital markets transactions, including public offerings and private placements, and related due diligence
 
 
 &bull; Assist with M&amp;A and other strategic transactions involving securities and disclosure considerations
 
 
 &bull; Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external service providers (e.g., auditors, underwriters, transfer agents) as needed
 
 
 &bull; Monitor regulatory developments and provide practical guidance to clients and internal teams
 
 
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
 &bull; 5+ years of experience in corporate securities (law firm and/or in-house)
 
 
 &bull; Strong experience drafting and managing SEC filings and advising on ongoing reporting obligations
 
 
 &bull; Solid understanding of corporate governance frameworks and public company compliance
 
 
 &bull; Ability to manage multiple matters independently and collaborate effectively across teams
 
 
 &bull; Excellent drafting, judgment, and client service skills
 
 
 &bull; J.D. from an accredited law school
 
 
 &bull; Admitted to practice in New York and in good standing
 
 
 
 Benefits include:
 
 
 
 &bull; 401(k)
 
 
 &bull; Health insurance
 
 
 &bull; Dental insurance
 
 
 &bull; Vision insurance
 
 
 &bull; Health savings account (HSA)
 
 
 &bull; Flexible spending account (FSA)
 
 
 &bull; Life insurance
 
 
 &bull; Paid time off (PTO)
 
 
 &bull; Parental leave
 
 
 
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Corporate Securities Attorney

Agency Cybersecurity

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 About Agency Cybersecurity:
 
 
 
 
 Agency Cybersecurity is fast growing ventured back startup that provides best-in-class cybersecurity and compliance. Our software and services simplify complex compliance frameworks including SOC2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, and others, empowering businesses to scale securely and confidently. We're backed by top tier investors like Y Combinator and have offices in NYC, Boston, Richmond, and London.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Location:
 
 
 Hybrid In-Person in our New York, NY; Richmond, VA; or Boston, MA offices.
 
 
 
 
 Bar Requirement:
 
 
 Active New York State Bar (Required)
 
 
 
 
 Experience:
 
 
 2&ndash;4 Years
 
 
 
 
 Employment Type:
 
 
 Full-Time
 
 
 
 
 Starting Salary:
 
 
 $75,000 to $90,000 salary
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 About the Role
 
 
 
 
 We are seeking a Junior Staff Attorney to support our legal, contracts, collections, and operational infrastructure. This is a high-responsibility, business-facing role for an attorney who understands that legal is not just advisory &mdash; it is operational leverage.
 
 
 
 
 
 You will work directly with executive leadership and operations teams to draft and enforce agreements, manage receivables recovery, improve legal systems, and build scalable internal processes.
 
 
 
 
 
 This is ideal for a business-minded attorney who wants in-house growth exposure and meaningful ownership early in their career.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Core Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 Contracts &amp; Commercial Legal Work
 
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 Draft, review, and negotiate:
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 Master Services Agreements (MSAs)
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 Statements of Work (SOWs)
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 Vendor and partner agreements
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 NDAs and confidentiality agreements
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 Independent contractor agreements
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 Settlement and release agreements
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 Interpret contractual rights and obligations
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 Advise leadership on risk allocation and enforcement strategy
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 Maintain and improve standardized contract templates
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 Oversee contract lifecycle management and tracking
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 </ul>
 
 Collections &amp; Dispute Management
 
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 Manage pre-litigation collections strategy
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 Draft demand letters and settlement proposals
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 File and manage New York collections litigation when required
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 Prepare pleadings, motions, and court filings
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 Coordinate with outside counsel as necessary
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 Track recovery metrics and implement scalable collections workflows
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 </ul>
 
 Legal Operations &amp; Process Development
 
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 Build and maintain internal legal tracking systems
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 Develop SOPs for contract intake, review, and approval workflows
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 Implement receivables escalation frameworks
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 Manage document retention and compliance systems
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 Support CRM and billing integrations for contract and collections tracking
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 Assist in automation initiatives for contract templates and enforcement workflows
 </li>
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 Maintain internal knowledge base of legal templates and policies
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 </ul>
 
 Business &amp; Corporate Support
 
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 Provide practical, business-oriented advice to leadership
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 Assist with entity maintenance and corporate governance tasks
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 Support compliance efforts and regulatory filings
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 Draft internal policies and operational guidelines
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 Identify risk exposures and propose mitigation strategies
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 Support cross-functional teams (finance, sales, operations) on contractual and payment matters
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
 
 Required
 
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 Active New York State Bar (in good standing or able to get upon hiring)
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 2&ndash;4 years of legal experience
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 Experience in corporate, commercial, or business law
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 Experience handling collection matters
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 Strong drafting and analytical skills
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 Ability to independently manage matters from start to finish
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 </ul>
 
 Preferred
 
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 Experience in commercial litigation
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 Experience working in-house or with growth-stage companies
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 Experience building operational systems or workflows
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 Strong comfort with legal tech and automation tools
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 
 What We&rsquo;re Looking For
 
 
 
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 Operationally minded &mdash; not just theoretical
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 Process-driven and detail-oriented
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 Comfortable working directly with executives
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 Capable of balancing legal rigor with business speed
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 Interested in long-term growth toward senior in-house counsel responsibilities
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Compensation &amp; Benefits
 
 
 
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 Competitive base salary
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 Performance-based bonus potential
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 Up to two days remote per week
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 Direct exposure to executive decision-making
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 Clear growth path within an expanding organization
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Junior Staff Attorney - Contracts, Collections & Legal Operations

Merchant & Gould

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">About the job</h2>
Merchant &amp; Gould has been a leader in intellectual property law for more than 100 years. We are recognized as one of the most active filers of patents in the country, and are consistently rated among the top patent, copyright and trademark firms. We currently have an opportunity for a patent prosecution legal assistant. The salary range for the position is $75,000-$95,000, based years of experience.
We are looking for a highly skilled patent prosecution legal assistant with five+ years of experience in U.S. patent prosecution. Knowledge and experience with policies and procedures pertaining to the PTO and electronic filing required. The professional we seek must be a positive self-starter, extremely organized, detail-oriented and highly accurate, deadline-driven, have strong computer skills and excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Summary of Position (hybrid):
Provides client management support for attorney, not limited to written and verbal communications with clients along with maintaining docket and client specific procedures. Assists attorney in prosecuting patent applications in the United States and various foreign countries. 
 
In order to perform one (1) or more essential functions of this role, a minimum of three (3) days in the office is required.
Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Establishes and maintains patent files: opens files, prepares documents for filing including, patent applications, Preliminary Amendments, Information Disclosure Statements, Responses to Missing Parts, Assignments, Amendments, payments of Issue Fees, etc.</li><li>
Reviews all incoming correspondence from U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and foreign associates for essential docketing.</li><li>
Maintain clients&rsquo; portfolios by being proactive in facilitating communication between attorney and client.</li><li>
Maintains and updates docketing log spreadsheet.</li><li>
On-going verbal and written communication with attorneys, clients and foreign associates.</li><li>
Other administrative tasks and projects as may be assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:<ul><li>BA degree and/or paralegal certificate or minimum of 5 years experience in U.S. patent prosecution.</li><li>Familiarity with electronic case management systems and USPTO rules and requirements. IPFolio, Memotech, etc. is a plus.</li><li>Familiarity with the prosecution of U.S. Trademark applications a plus.</li><li>Ability to work comfortably with advanced computer software (after training) and effectively use and maintain a computer database. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) required. Possible use of speech-to-text transcription software.</li><li>Ability to work independently and meet critical deadlines under supervision of attorney.</li><li>Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints.</li><li>Ability to concentrate on detailed work for up to 80% of work day.</li><li>Interpersonal skills necessary in order to communicate and follow instructions from a diverse group, including clients, attorneys and others, and to provide information with ordinary courtesy and tact.</li><li>High level of responsibility, dedication and accuracy required.</li><li>Work on rare occasions requires more than 37.5 hours per week to perform essential duties of the job; may occasionally require irregular hours.</li><li>Regular attendance at work.</li></ul></li></ul>
We are equally committed to providing competitive, affordable health and wellness benefits to help take care of yourself and your family, including: a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package that includes employee medical, dental, vision, life, AD&amp;D insurance, short- and long-term disability, 401(k) match, and ten firm holidays.
To be considered, please apply online at Career Opportunities (merchantgould.com). You will need to provide a resume and professional references.
Merchant &amp; Gould provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. We welcome candidates with disabilities. If you need any accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please contact our Human Resources Department at 1-612-332-5300.
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Patent Prosecution Legal Assistant (hybrid)

Earthjustice

<div>Earthjustice seeks an associate attorney to join our Northeast Regional Office based in New York City. The Associate Attorney will support and collaborate with our team of lawyers and scientists working to support healthy communities and speed the transition from dirty fossil fuels to clean energy solutions in the Northeast region. The position requires 2-5 years of post-law school legal experience.
The Northeast Regional Office is dedicated to protecting public health and ensuring a healthy environment for all in the Northeast; combatting the climate crisis; and securing a swift and equitable transition to zero emissions, 100% clean energy. We focus on matters in the Northeast, and also take on mission-critical work outside of this region.
Earthjustice is the nation&rsquo;s leading environmental law organization. Wielding the power of law, Earthjustice partners with our clients to take on the most critical fights of our time &mdash; fights to protect the incredible biodiversity and wild places of the planet; to avert climate disaster by transitioning society away from fossil fuels toward clean energy; to safeguard the right of all people to a healthy environment. We are here because the earth needs a good lawyer.
Founded in 1971, Earthjustice has a distinguished track record of achieving significant, lasting environmental protections. We achieve this by hiring people who share a passion for justice and a healthy environment. Our headquarters are in San Francisco with offices in Anchorage, Bozeman, Chicago, Denver, Honolulu, Houston, Juneau, Los Angeles, Miami, New Orleans, New York, Seattle, Tallahassee and Washington, D.C.
The Associate Attorney position is a three-year position with the potential for extension, designed to help attorneys who are in the early stages of their careers to develop into thoughtful, professional, and effective advocates skilled in the various phases of public interest litigation. As Associate Attorneys gain experience, they gradually take on more independent responsibility for their cases but work throughout their tenure under the supervision of Senior Attorneys, Deputy Managing Attorneys, or the Managing Attorney. Many Associates have gone on to other positions within Earthjustice and with other public interest organizations.
This is a hybrid position based in our New York City office and requires regular in-person attendance.
Responsibilities
Associate attorneys perform a range of litigation and advocacy-related tasks that can include:<ul><li>
Conducting legal and factual research and preparing memoranda on issues related to ongoing or potential new cases.</li><li>
Reviewing and analyzing administrative records and technical documents.</li><li>
Drafting motions, briefs, and other legal and factual documents in support of litigation.</li><li>
Participating in proceedings before federal and state courts and agencies.</li><li>
Working with clients and experts and learning how to handle press work.</li><li>
Hiring and supervising law students who work at Earthjustice as interns or clerks.</li></ul>
Qualifications<ul><li>
Law school graduate admitted to, or qualified and willing to apply for admission to, the New York State Bar.</li><li>
2-5 years of post-law school legal experience.</li><li>
Excellent research, analytic, writing and communication skills.</li><li>
Strong work ethic and initiative, and sound yet creative judgment.</li><li>
Strong desire to fight for the right of all to a healthy environment.</li><li>
Ability to work constructively and in a highly professional manner in a diverse, dynamic, and hard-working team-oriented atmosphere.</li><li>
Commitment to public interest work and a passion for the role of Earthjustice and its mission, including a desire to fight for the right of all to a healthy environment.</li><li>
Emotional intelligence and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of individuals associated with diverse cultures, backgrounds and orientations.</li><li>
Ability and willingness to travel as needed for case work, court appearances, and presentations.</li></ul>
We offer a mission- and employee-focused work environment and a competitive compensation package, including excellent benefits. Earthjustice is an equal opportunity employer and highly values diversity. As a 501(c)(3) organization, Earthjustice is a qualifying employer for purposes of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program.
Compensation is based on experience and location.
Salary range in New York, NY: $119,100 - $131,900
To Apply
Interested applicants should submit via Jobvite:<ul><li>
Resume</li><li>
One- or two-page cover letter that addresses: 1) aspects of your experience that are relevant to the qualifications listed above; 2) why you are drawn to the work of Earthjustice&rsquo;s Northeast Regional Office and whether there are particular legal, environmental or justice issues that inspire you; and 3) how your time at Earthjustice would contribute to your career aspirations;</li><li>
Writing sample, preferably a legal brief or memorandum that has not been edited by anyone else;</li><li>
Law school transcript.</li></ul><div>
For this position, we are looking to hire a candidate who is available to start in September 2026. Preference will be given to candidates who apply by March 15, 2026. After that, applications may be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Earthjustice brings our associate attorneys on board on a quarterly schedule, during the months of January, April, June, and September.</div>
Earthjustice brings our associate attorneys on board on a quarterly schedule, during the months of January, April, June and September.
Please reach out to jobs@earthjustice.org if you are having technical difficulties submitting your application. No phone calls, drop-ins, or hard copies.
Earthjustice is driven by a passion for justice, partnership and excellence. Our core values lead us to seek a broad range of perspectives and backgrounds to achieve our mission and to maintain an inclusive environment where all staff are valued and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to employment practices that ensure that employees and applicants for employment are given equal opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information or any other factor that is not related to the position.
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Associate Attorney, Northeast Regional Office

OPEN SPACE INSTITUTE, INC.

<div><div><div>Position Title: Assistant General Counsel or Associate General Counsel (based on years of legal experience)
Location: New York, NY
Work Arrangement: Hybrid; in office at least 3 days per week with flexibility to work from home 1-2 days, and in accordance with business needs
Reports To: Senior Vice President, General Counsel, and Secretary
Department: Legal Department
Pay Range: $135,000 - $185,000 (commensurate with skills and experience)
FLSA Status: Exempt</div></div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
About the Open Space Institute</h2>
The Open Space Institute is a national leader in land conservation and efforts to make parks and other protected land more welcoming for all. Since 1974, OSI has partnered in the protection of more than 2.5 million at-risk and environmentally sensitive acres in the eastern U.S. OSI's land protection promotes clean air and water, improves access to recreation, provides wildlife habitat, strengthens communities, and combats the devastating impacts of extreme weather.</div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Position Overview</h2>
The purpose of this position is to provide legal counsel and support on a variety of corporate, transactional, compliance, and governance matters for the organization. This position will have primary responsibility for certain legal matters and will support more senior attorneys on other matters, requiring both the ability to handle matters independently as well as the ability to contribute as part of a team. The position may supervise, on a project basis, outside counsel and paralegals. This position will be either an Assistant General Counsel or Associate General Counsel, depending on the candidate's level of experience.</div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Primary Responsibilities &amp; Duties</h2>
The position will be responsible for:<ul><li>
Managing real estate and grantmaking transactions, including structuring, drafting and negotiating contracts, conducting due diligence, and coordinating complex closings</li><li>
Advising on compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and accreditation standards, including those specific to tax-exempt organizations and land trusts</li><li>
Addressing risk management through development of policies, procedures, and trainings</li><li>
Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of contracts, including vendor contracts, consultant agreements, grants, gift agreements, MOUs, and leases</li><li>
Supporting Board and Committee governance including drafting resolutions and other materials</li><li>
Performing legal research and providing general advice and counsel on a variety of legal topics</li></ul>
The specific responsibilities of the position may vary based on the skills and experience of the selected candidate. The ideal candidate will be a versatile attorney with a broad skill set who is eager to take initiative, engage deeply with OSI's mission, and learn and grow in the role as the needs of the organization and the Legal Department evolve over time.
This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position. There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned.</div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Required Skills</h2><ul><li>
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including strong listening skills</li><li>
Outstanding attention to detail and commitment to excellence in work product</li><li>
Ability to think critically and problem-solve creatively</li><li>
Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize numerous ongoing projects</li><li>
Ability to work collegially with diverse personnel and demonstrate emotional intelligence</li><li>
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise strong judgment and discretion</li><li>
Self-starter with ability to take initiative, work independently, and be accountable</li></ul></div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Qualifications</h2><ul><li>
At least 5 years of professional legal experience working on corporate and transactional matters including experience in one or more of the following areas:<ul><li>
Laws and regulations applicable to non-profit entities and tax-exempt organizations</li><li>
Real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, and conservation easements</li><li>
Compliance, risk management, and development of policies and procedures</li><li>
Drafting and negotiating a wide variety of contracts</li><li>
Non-profit Board and Committee governance</li></ul></li><li>
Prior experience working for an in-house legal department is preferred</li><li>
Commitment to land conservation and environmental protection</li><li>
Bachelor's degree and JD from ABA-accredited law school required</li><li>
Must be member of the New York Bar or eligible for immediate membership</li></ul>
Those with at least 10 years of professional legal experience will be considered for the position of Associate General Counsel. All other candidates will be considered for the position of Assistant General Counsel.</div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Location &amp; Physical Requirements</h2><ul><li>
This position is based out of our midtown New York office</li><li>
Hybrid work arrangement with at least three days per week in office expected weekly</li><li>
Frequently sits for long periods of time</li><li>
Frequently speaks, reads, writes and uses a computer keyboard</li><li>
May require occasional standing, walking, lifting, stooping, and bending</li></ul>
Please note: If you do not wholly meet the above qualifications but believe you are otherwise well-suited to meet the needs of this position, we encourage you to apply.</div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Application</h2>
Apply here. Attach a cover letter that includes where you learned of the job posting along with your resume. Applications without a cover letter are not likely to be considered.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis from the time of posting in February 2026, with earlier submissions receiving priority consideration. You will receive an acknowledgment once your application has been submitted, and we will contact you if we would like to schedule an interview.
This is a full-time position requiring 37.5 hours per week within regular business hours. The role involves working onsite at our midtown Manhattan office at least three days per week.
Pay for this position is $135,000-$185,000, commensurate with the candidate's skill level and experience. The recruiting team is committed to sharing details regarding compensation based on the candidate's qualifications during the interview process.</div><div>
OSI is an equal opportunity employer. We recognize that our conservation mission is best advanced by the contributions of people of diverse backgrounds, experiences, beliefs, and cultures. We are committed to cultivating and retaining a diverse and inclusive work environment that fosters belonging.
OSI offers accommodations for individuals with disabilities in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please send a note to resumes@osiny.org with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.
Consistent with New York State law, OSI does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, height, weight, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. OSI will not sponsor applicants for work visas.</div></div>

Assistant General Counsel or Associate General Counsel

MetLife

<div>
 
 Requirements
 
 
 
 
 Description and Requirements
 
 
 
 
 The Opportunity
 
 
 
 We are seeking a Corporate Governance Paralegal to join the in-house Legal Services Team to support the Legal Government &amp; Legal Affairs Department at MetLife, Inc. The incumbent will primarily provide support to the Corporate Secretary&rsquo;s Office but will also assist in other areas of the legal department and the Legal Services Team initiatives. This associate will have experience assisting with board and committee meetings, among other corporate governance tasks described below. The ideal candidate should possess excellent time management and organizational skills along with advanced technical competencies. To be successful in the role you must be detail-oriented, agile, possess fine judgment and strong interpersonal skills demonstrate self-motivation, eagerness and proactively seeking ways to assist and improve. Confidentiality is a MUST.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Aid with board &amp; committee meetings with preparing and maintaining meeting schedules, drafting documents, agendas, resolutions, consents, minutes, scripts etc.; support directors with meeting and administrative matters.
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 Creating Board books in Diligent and following up with all levels across the enterprise.
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 Work with senior personnel, including attorneys and Corporate Secretary to gather, review, analyze documents.
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 Onboarding directors and officers, including preparation of biographical affidavits.
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 Ensure accurate updating of global subsidiaries (GEMS) &amp; organizational chart changes.
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 Prepare documents for notarization and apostille.
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 Assist with Director Compensation, Financial Authorities Delegations and polling.
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 Ability to assist in all aspects of corporate governance as the role requires.
 </li>
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 Managing enterprise‑wide corporate governance inquiries through the Power Apps application.
 </li>
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 Experience in preparing proxy statements a plus
 
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Required Qualifications
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Self-starter &amp; ability to work independently and in a team.
 </li>
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 Strong oral and written communication skills.
 </li>
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 Highly detail-oriented, with a proven ability to accurately prepare, review and manage sensitive legal and corporate governance documentation while meeting strict deadlines.
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 Demonstrates confidence and professionalism when engaging with the Board of Directors and senior executive leaders.
 </li>
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 Strong time-management and prioritization skills with ability to manage high workload.
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 Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, I-manage, SharePoint, Outlook, Litera, GEMS and Diligent and W Desk experience a plus.
 </li>
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 Ability to learn new skills and systems quickly.
 
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Preferred Qualifications
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or Paralegal degree or certificate
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 Notary Public in NY (will assist in obtaining).
 </li>
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 Corporate governance experience.
 
 
 
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 </ul>
 Location Expectation: This is a hybrid role
 
 requiring a minimum of 3 days per week
 
 in office.
 
 
 The expected salary range for this position is $62,100 - $82,000. This role may also be eligible for annual short-term incentive compensation. All incentives and benefits are subject to the applicable plan terms.
 
 
 
 Benefits We Offer
 
 
 
 Our U.S. benefits address holistic well-being with programs for physical and mental health, financial wellness, and support for families. We offer a comprehensive health plan that includes medical/prescription drug and vision, dental insurance, and no-cost short- and long-term disability. We also provide company-paid life insurance and legal services, a retirement pension funded entirely by MetLife and 401(k) with employer matching, group discounts on voluntary insurance products including auto and home, pet, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance, as well as Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and digital mental health programs, parental leave, volunteer time off, tuition assistance and much more!
 
 
 
 About MetLife
 
 
 
 Recognized on Fortune magazine's list of the "World's Most Admired Companies", Fortune World&rsquo;s 25 Best Workplaces&trade;, as well as the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For&reg;, MetLife, through its subsidiaries and affiliates, is one of the world&rsquo;s leading financial services companies; providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management to individual and institutional customers. With operations in more than 40 markets, we hold leading positions in the United States, Latin America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
 
 
 Our purpose is simple - to help our colleagues, customers, communities, and the world at large create a more confident future. United by purpose and guided by our core values - Win Together, Do the Right Thing, Deliver Impact Over Activity, and Think Ahead - we&rsquo;re inspired to transform the next century in financial services. At MetLife, it&rsquo;s #AllTogetherPossible . Join us!
 
 
 MetLife is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without regards to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status (although applicants and employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States), uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law (&ldquo;protected characteristics&rdquo;).
 
 
 If you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at accommodations@metlife.com. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application process.
 
 
 MetLife maintains a drug-free workplace.
 
 
 $62,100 - $82,000
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