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POP MART

<div>
 
 
 
 IP Legal Counsel
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Location:
 
 Glendale, CA (On-site)
 
 
 
 New Office Location:
 
 Culver City, CA (December 2025)
 
 
 
 
 
 POP MART (
 
 09992.HK
 
 ), founded in 2010, is a leading global company in the trend culture and entertainment industry. Centered around IP, POP MART has built a comprehensive platform for creative incubation and IP operation, empowering global creators while delivering exciting products, services, and immersive entertainment experiences to consumers.POP MART identifies and nurtures emerging artists and designers worldwide, creating popular character IPs through a well-established IP development and operation system. Its portfolio includes iconic IPs such as MOLLY, SKULLPANDA, DIMOO, THE MONSTERS, and Hirono. By launching art toys and derivative products based on these IPs, POP MART continues to lead trends in consumer culture. As of the end of 2024, POP MART operates over 500 physical stores and more than 2,300 Robo Shops across 30+ countries and regions. Through multiple cross-border e-commerce platforms, the company has reached audiences in over 90 countries and regions, bringing joy to young consumers around the world.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Overview
 
 
 
 As we rapidly expand in the USA market, we are seeking a skilled Legal Counsel with a strong focus on Intellectual Property (IP) and commercial transactions to join our USA regional legal team. As IP is at the core of our business, this role will play a pivotal part in supporting the development, protection, and strategic use of the company's creative assets and business development in the USA and globally.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 What You Will Achieve
 
 
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 Provide legal advice on IP matters including trademarks, copyrights, domain names, trade secrets, and various commercial transactions.
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 Draft, review, negotiate, and oversee IP-related agreements, such as licensing, sponsorship, partnership, joint development, NDAs, clearance, and other commercial agreements including vendor agreements, merchandising agreements, distribution agreements, SaaS agreements, etc.
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 Monitor and assess potential IP risks, counterfeit threats, and infringements online and offline.
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 Monitor and handle IP disputes, enforcement actions, and dispute resolution matters in coordination with external counsel.
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 Conduct due diligence and advise on IP aspects of M&amp;A, investment, and commercial transactions.
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 Draft, review, and negotiate, and oversee commercial agreements with domestic and international business partners to ensure IP protection.
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 Liaise with external counsel, judicial and enforcement authorities (e.g., Customs) to safeguard IP rights and crack down infringement activities.
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 Collaborate closely with business team and other teams to align IP strategy with commercialization goals.
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 Conduct internal trainings and establish SOP on IP compliance and best practices across various departments.
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 Manage and maintain IP management documentation and portfolio.
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 Assist Marketing, Licensing, Retail, and Operations departments as needed.
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 Perform other duties as required from time to time.
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 What You Will Need
 
 
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 JD, LLM or equivalent legal degree; licensed to practice law in at least one state of USA; minimum 5 years of relevant experience in IP law, preferably in a multinational company or law firm.
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 Experience in retail industry is desirable.
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 Experience with USPTO, WIPO, and regulatory authorities is highly appreciated.
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 Strong commercial and contractual drafting, analytical and negotiation skills.
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 Native or at least excellent command of English is a must; professional proficiency in other languages (e.g., Spanish, Chinese) is a plus.
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 Collaborative and proactive mindset, detail-oriented, business-minded, and solution-driven.
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 Ability to work independently and within a team.
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 Good time management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
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 Comfortable working across jurisdictions and time zones.
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 What We Offer
 
 
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 Market-competitive packages: we provide 401k, health insurance, PTO leave, paid sick leave, and family leave, etc.
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 Opportunities to learn and lead: we provide on-the-job training to ensure employees are equipped with the most up-to-date skill sets and knowledge
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 Career development: we work with you to advance your career through short-term assignments, and new experiences, etc.
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 *POP MART is committed to equal pay initiatives and will not ask candidates for their current or past salary.
 
 
 **As an Equal Opportunity Employer, POP MART does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, citizenship, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or because of any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
 
</div>

IP Legal Counsel

LA28

<div>LA28 does not provide relocation assistance.

LA28 is the independent, non-profit, privately funded organizing committee for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. We are on a singular mission to create an Olympic and Paralympic Games that celebrate all that this city and country have to offer, delivering an unparalleled experience for athletes, fans, partners and our community.

The 2028 Games mark the return of the Summer Games to the U.S. for the first time in 32 years and Los Angeles' third time hosting an Olympic Games and first time welcoming the Paralympic Games. This presents the unique and exciting opportunity to celebrate our legacy with the Games and push the Olympic and Paralympic Movements forward, writing a new chapter of Games history in Los Angeles.

Putting on an Olympic and Paralympic Games is a team sport. To build a Games unlike any the world has seen before, we need the best team in place&ndash;a team full of diverse perspectives, experiences and expertise. We are guided by the following set of values and behaviors&ndash;optimism, integrity, excellence, inclusion, co-creation and boldness&ndash;and look forward to hearing about how your past experiences align with them.
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Managing Counsel, Licensing &amp; Anti-Counterfeit:</h3>

The Managing Counsel, Licensing &amp; Anti-Counterfeit will be an integral part of the LA28 team, advising LA28 on licensing and intellectual property-related legal matters, and driving complex licensing agreements to conclusion. This position will (1) draft and negotiate myriad licensing agreements; (2) help lead LA28's efforts to educate and protect around Olympic and Paralympic intellectual property, (3) advise multiple stakeholders on a variety of legal and intellectual property issues; and (4) generally support on legal matters across the organization, particularly in relation to licensing, intellectual property, and rights protection matters. This role offers an unparalleled opportunity to increase your professional network and gain valuable negotiating and business skills as we gear up for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games!

 This position will report to the Associate General Counsel &amp; Head of Rights Protection.
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Key Responsibilities:</h3>
<ul><li>Draft and negotiate myriad licensing agreements, including in relation to consumer products, co-branded arrangements with high-profile IP-holders, domestic and international Olympic and Paralympic stakeholders, and more</li>
</ul><ul><li>Work closely with individual business units to anticipate, identify, and manage legal exposure and risk management, and to ensure appropriate protections around the usage and licensing of Olympic and Paralympic intellectual property</li>
</ul><ul><li>Liaise closely with the International Olympic Committee to ensure efficient processes for licensing of Olympic and Paralympic intellectual property</li>
</ul><ul><li>Work closely with the broader legal and rights protection team to develop and deliver both internal and external education regarding protection of Olympic &amp; Paralympic intellectual property, particularly in relation to anti-counterfeit product</li>
</ul><ul><li>Steady stream of self-directed analytical work, meetings, and decision-making, including preparing, reviewing, and negotiating all varieties of legal documents, including but not limited to agreements and legal memoranda, or other correspondence and strategic projects.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Review and understand all relevant corporate/stakeholder documents (including Host City Contract, Olympic Charter, Code of Ethics, Games Agreement, etc.).</li>
</ul><ul><li>Ensure compliance with applicable international, federal, state, and local laws and regulations.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Keep current on industry trends and best practices</li>
</ul><ul><li>Support on other projects, assignments, and negotiations as may be requested by the Associate General Counsel &amp; Head of Rights Protection and other senior legal team members.</li>
</ul>
While experience in these areas is preferred, we also look for candidates with intellectual curiosity and a demonstrated ability to learn quickly to round out areas where a candidate may not have depth of experience. This job description is a general summary of responsibilities and requirements and is not intended to be all-inclusive of the responsibilities and requirements of this position.
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Background &amp; Requirements:</h3>
<ul><li>Minimum of 5+ years' experience in transactional/contract/legal affairs and licensing/intellectual property matters required.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Prior in-house experience with sports properties a plus.</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Expectations:</h3>
<ul><li>Concrete understanding of intellectual property, contract, commercial, and corporate law, and business transactional principles.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Demonstrated ability to organize complex projects.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Ability to anticipate and avert downstream legal risks.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Strong interpersonal skills, including ability to communicate effectively with a variety of contacts, including external partners, senior management, and business associates.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Excellent judgment, knowing when to escalate issues.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Excellent drafting skills, including policies, procedures, training materials, and legal correspondence.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Excellent analytical skills; capable of identifying and prioritizing issues and providing alternative solutions.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Excellent project and time management skills and ability to manage and prioritize changing workloads to meet deadlines.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Consistently able to make sense of complex and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve issues.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Consistently able to adapt approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Positive and team-oriented, with a demonstrated commitment to co-creation and collaborative decision-making.</li>
</ul><ul><li>High level of personal integrity and professional ethics; ability to maintain confidentiality.</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Education:</h3>
<ul><li>Undergraduate degree and Juris Doctor Degree from an ABA accredited law school required.</li>
</ul><ul><li>License to practice law in CA, be in good standing with the California State Bar and have the ability to practice law in California.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Cover letter strongly preferred</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:</h3>
<ul><li>Local candidates preferred.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Ability to work on-site in an open office environment, based in Los Angeles, CA.</li>
</ul><ul><li>The majority of work will be conducted in an office setting, requiring extended periods of time using computers, phones, and other office equipment.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Hours of work may vary, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, especially during peak event periods.</li></ul> 


The annual base salary range for this position is $160,000-$175,000. The pay scale provided is the range that LA28 reasonably expects to pay as starting base compensation for this role. All LA28 compensation remains subject to final determination based on individual candidate qualifications, experience, or other reasonable criteria consistent with LA28's operational business needs and applicable law.

LA28 does not provide relocation assistance.

LA28 is committed to fair and unbiased recruitment procedures allowing all applicants an equal opportunity for employment, free from discrimination on the basis of religion, race, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, color, ethnic or national origin, or any other classification as may be protected by applicable law. LA28 will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and all applicable laws. We strive to build a team that is inclusive and encourage qualified candidates of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities to apply. We assess applications based on relevant skills, education, and experience a candidate can add to our team.</div>

Managing Counsel, Licensing & Anti-Counterfeit

Netflix

<div>Netflix is one of the world's leading entertainment services, with over 300 million paid memberships in over 190 countries enjoying TV series, films and games across a wide variety of genres and languages. Members can play, pause and resume watching as much as they want, anytime, anywhere, and can change their plans at any time.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a unique individual to join our Legal Operations team as a Pricing Analyst for Outside Counsel and Spend Management. This is not a typical analyst role; it's a strategic partner to our in-house counsel, acting as the bridge between complex data, vendor negotiations, and internal relationships. You will be at the forefront of optimizing how Netflix engages with its legal vendors, ensuring we get maximum value. This role demands a rare blend of deep analytical competency, sophisticated communication skills, and a strategic mindset to drive cost-effective, high-quality outside counsel management support for all of Netflix.
The Role
Reporting to the Manager of Outside Counsel and Spend Management, you will be part of the Legal Operations and technology team and an analytical resource for Netflix&rsquo;s in-house counsel globally. Your mission is to provide the data, models, and insights needed to manage outside counsel spend and vendor relationships effectively.
Key responsibilities include:
<ul><li>Serving as an analytical partner to Netflix counsel, providing data-driven insights to manage relationships and spend with outside counsel and adjacent legal vendors.
</li><li>Partnering with counsel to draft, review, and negotiate engagement letters and pricing agreements, ensuring terms are favorable and align with Netflix's billing guidelines.
</li><li>Actively tracking and enforcing compliance with billing guidelines and negotiated discount arrangements, working with internal teams and external vendors to resolve discrepancies.
</li><li>Developing and modeling innovative pricing structures (e.g., Alternative Fee Arrangements, blended rates, caps) and clearly communicating the ROI and strategic advantages of these models to legal and other cross-functional partners.
</li><li>Conducting in-depth market research and data mining on legal spend, matter budgets, law firm rates, and vendor performance to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
</li><li>Translating complex data analysis and financial models into clear, actionable recommendations for stakeholders at all levels, including legal leadership and cross-functional leaders.
</li><li>Driving the adoption and enhancement of tooling and advancements in legal spend management, working to automate and refine our processes.
</li><li>Collaborating cross-functionally with key partners in Finance, FP&amp;A, Data Science, and Engineering to enhance legal operations tooling, reporting, and data integrity.
</li></ul>To be successful, you...
<ul><li>Proven ability to build complex pricing or financial models and communicate findings effectively to both internal and external stakeholders, including senior attorneys and law firm partners. Experience leading meetings and building consensus is essential.
</li><li>Experience engaging with senior law firm partners and outside counsel, including leading challenging conversations about pricing and value.
 </li><li>Minimum 3&ndash;5 years in a highly analytical role&mdash;such as pricing, financial analysis, legal operations, or strategic sourcing&mdash;with a strong emphasis on negotiation. Experience in industries like entertainment, tax, or public affairs is a plus.
</li><li>Demonstrated experience reviewing contracts and negotiating engagement terms, with a strong attention to detail in pricing structures and legal agreements.
</li><li>Track record of working effectively with cross-functional teams, including finance, engineering, and data science, to drive business outcomes.
</li><li>Proficiency with e-billing and matter management systems and financial systems.
</li><li>Experience building ROI calculators or analytical tools, exposure to AI tools and predictive analytics, and familiarity with internal collaboration platforms are also nice to have. 
 
</li></ul>Your Key Skills &amp; Attributes
<ul><li>Able to convey complex data insights and recommendations to diverse audiences with clarity, confidence, and influence.
</li><li>Demonstrates strong judgment and consistently acts with integrity, representing the best interests of the company.
</li><li>Proactively seeks out new technologies and data-driven approaches to improve processes and drive value.
</li><li>Thrives in a team-oriented, cross-functional environment, building strong relationships across departments.
</li></ul>Generally, our compensation structure consists solely of an annual salary; we do not have bonuses. You choose each year how much of your compensation you want in salary versus stock options. To determine your personal top of market compensation, we rely on market indicators and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to determine your compensation in the market range. The range for this role is $175,000 - $250,000.
Netflix provides comprehensive benefits including Health Plans, Mental Health support, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match, Stock Option Program, Disability Programs, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, Family-forming benefits, and Life and Serious Injury Benefits. We also offer paid leave of absence programs. Full-time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation, holidays, and sick paid time off. Full-time salaried employees are immediately entitled to flexible time off. See more details about our Benefits here .
Netflix is a unique culture and environment. Learn more here .
Inclusion is a Netflix value and we strive to host a meaningful interview experience for all candidates. If you want an accommodation/adjustment for a disability or any other reason during the hiring process, please send a request to your recruiting partner.
We are an equal-opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.</div>

Pricing Analyst, Legal Ops - Outside Counsel & Spend Management

<div>
 Netflix is one of the world's leading entertainment services, with over 300 million paid memberships in over 190 countries enjoying TV series, films and games across a wide variety of genres and languages. Members can play, pause and resume watching as much as they want, anytime, anywhere, and can change their plans at any time.
 
 
 
 Role
 
 
 
 We are seeking a Los Angeles-based product &amp; production counsel (Principal Counsel) to join our Content Technologies Legal team primarily to support the Eyeline business and Netflix Content Operations. This is a challenging and diverse role where you will:
 
 
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 leverage your product counsel expertise to support new content technology initiatives in Eyeline&rsquo;s production testing environments;
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 work closely with Netflix&rsquo;s subject-matter legal teams (e.g., Business &amp; Legal Affairs, Production Employment, Labor) while functioning as the lead Eyeline production counsel across the production lifecycle from pre- to principal to post- (e.g., entity choice &amp; structuring, ATL/BTL engagements, third party technology integrations, rights &amp; clearance, labor &amp; employment considerations, in-the-moment risk management);
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 support the Eyeline Studio, VFX and Labs sub-functions, including establishing and standardizing contractual workflows, creating self-help legal guidance and support avenues to facilitate independent recurring legal engagement, improving business awareness and leading internal education sessions, and serving as an escalation point for the business as well as for our counsel and contracts managers; and
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 support Netflix&rsquo;s broader content operations as needed.
 
 
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 This is an individual contributor role responsible for developing and executing the tactical plans to achieve our business and legal strategic objectives. You will be confidently independent and able to handle a wide range of issues that may arise. You will efficiently partner with counsel and contracts manager resources, and you will be a selfless collaborator with a natural instinct to proactively engage with cross-functional partners. You understand and apply a pragmatic risk lens built upon a foundation of exceptional judgment and practical experience, and you communicate very clearly and concisely. You genuinely exemplify the Netflix culture, and you yearn for the vast and endless sea.
 
 
 This role requires 8&ndash;15 years of meaningful production (legal affairs) experience with expertise supporting technology development and deployments. A JD and active membership in good standing in at least one state bar are required. This role reports to the Senior Director of the Content Tech Legal team.
 
 
 Our compensation structure consists solely of an annual salary; we do not have bonuses. You choose each year how much of your compensation you want in salary versus stock options. To determine your personal top of market compensation, we rely on market indicators and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to determine your compensation in the market range. The range for this role is $300,000-690,000.
 
 
 Netflix provides comprehensive benefits including Health Plans, Mental Health support, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match, Stock Option Program, Disability Programs, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, Family-forming benefits, and Life and Serious Injury Benefits. We also offer paid leave of absence programs. Full-time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation, holidays, and sick paid time off. Full-time salaried employees are immediately entitled to flexible time off. See more detail about our Benefits here.
 
 
 Netflix is a unique culture and environment. Learn more here.
 
 
 Inclusion is a Netflix value and we strive to host a meaningful interview experience for all candidates. If you want an accommodation/adjustment for a disability or any other reason during the hiring process, please send a request to your recruiting partner.
 
 
 We are an equal-opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.
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Principal Counsel, Content Tech Legal

Valgorithm

As an Associate Attorney at JZ LAW, your expertise will span a wide range of responsibilities, including legal counsel support, agreement drafting and review, corporate compliance contribution, and comprehensive legal research and analysis. Your day-to-day work will equip you with a deep understanding of the evolving health tech industry and position you as a trusted advisor to our clients.
 At JZ LAW, we specialize in providing high-quality legal services tailored to the health tech industry. With a distinct business approach, we assist our clients in navigating healthcare regulatory compliance, while strategically fueling their growth. As outside general counsel to various pioneering health tech startups, we believe in making a positive impact on the future of healthcare.
 By joining us, you will have the extraordinary opportunity to contribute your legal acumen and deep understanding of healthcare regulations and transactional matters. You will play a vital role in shaping the landscape of responsible innovation and building a healthier, more inclusive future.
 Responsibilities: Legal Counsel Support
 <ul>
<li>Assist the partners in providing comprehensive legal counsel to healthcare providers and telehealth companies on various issues.</li>
<li>Address regulatory compliance, fraud and abuse, licensing, reimbursement, and transactional matters.</li>
</ul>
Responsibilities: Agreement Drafting and Review
 <ul>
<li>Draft, review, modify, and negotiate healthcare-related agreements, ensuring compliance and protecting the interests of our clients.</li>
<li>Provide legal advice and expertise on professional service, joint venture, business associate, employment, and other pertinent agreements.</li>
<li>Draft formation, corporate governance and transaction documents.</li>
</ul>
Responsibilities: Corporate Compliance Contribution
 <ul>
<li>Contribute to the development and implementation of corporate compliance and HIPAA programs, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements in day-to-day operations.</li>
<li>Actively participate in ensuring the ethical and responsible practices of our clients.</li>
</ul>
Responsibilities: Legal Research and Analysis
 <ul>
<li>Conduct extensive legal research, analysis, and document preparation to provide strategic guidance to our clients.</li>
<li>Demonstrate comprehensive expertise in commercial and healthcare regulatory compliance matters.</li>
</ul>
Specialized Healthcare Knowledge: 
<ul>
<li>Possess specialized knowledge in healthcare laws such as Fraud and Abuse, HIPAA, privacy requirements and regulations.</li>
<li>Stay updated on the latest advancements and developments in AI as used and developed in the healthcare industry.</li>
<li>Apply risk management practices and methodologies in legal processes, mitigating potential legal risks for our clients.</li>
</ul>
Requirements: 
<ul>
<li>A minimum of 3 years of healthcare regulatory guidance and experience in a law firm and/or in an in-house setting.</li>
<li>Extensive experience in drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and advising on a variety of agreements, including licensing agreements, master service agreements, SaaS agreements, and consulting agreements,, vendor, content, marketing, and other agreements through a healthcare regulatory lens.</li>
<li>Proficiency in federal and state healthcare laws and regulations, with a deep interest in the continuous development of the health tech industry.</li>
<li>Excellent decision-making skills with a capacity to navigate challenging situations and make tough decisions with emotional intelligence and confidentiality.</li>
<li>Strong adaptability to handle shifting priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.</li>
<li>Exceptional writing and communication skills, with the ability to convey complex legal concepts in a clear and concise manner.</li>
<li>Demonstrated passion for healthcare and a commitment to the future of health and healthcare, aligning closely with JZ LAW's mission to build a healthier and more inclusive future.</li>
<li>Salary range is dependent on years of experience and geographic location.</li>
<li>Eligibility for bonus compensation</li>
</ul>

Associate Healthcare Attorney

White & Case

<div><div>Senior Manager, Legal Operations<div>
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Firm Summary</h2>
White &amp; Case is an elite global law firm serving leading companies, financial institutions and governments worldwide. Our long history as an international law firm means we are perfectly placed to help our clients resolve their most complex legal challenges wherever they may be.
With lawyers operating from more than 40 locations, working in virtually every country of the world, we have invested heavily in building a high-quality full-service practice competing at the top of the market. We are distinguished by our on-the-ground presence in the world&rsquo;s key financial markets and our strengths in handling complex cross-border work.
It&rsquo;s not just about our global network of offices; it&rsquo;s the global interconnectedness of the Firm that our people, and our clients value most. We work well together across geographic and practice boundaries. It&rsquo;s one of the reasons we attract and retain cross-border work, and why we attract the best people.
Our people are globally minded, enterprising, collaborative and committed to excellence. Our people represent 110 nationalities and speak 87 languages.<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
The Role</h2>
This Senior Manager role is a unique opportunity to drive significant change within the Firm's dynamic Tech Disputes practice by enhancing client service, operational efficiency, and process innovation. The position is integral to supporting one of the Firm&rsquo;s key client portfolios, combining leadership in legal operations, complex financial analysis, and collaboration with the client&rsquo;s in-house legal operations team and the Firm&rsquo;s legal teams.
As a key member of the Firm&rsquo;s global Legal Project Management (LPM) team, the Senior Manager will oversee legal operations across disputes and compliance matters for technology-focused clients. The role involves managing end-to-end delivery of critical matters, with an emphasis on portfolio management, operational excellence, and local counsel oversight across jurisdictions. This includes streamlining processes, improving reporting accuracy, ensuring regional compliance, and driving client-facing innovation in tools like Power BI dashboards.
The Senior Manager will contribute to client portfolios by addressing tailored operational needs, guiding global local counsel teams through complex invoicing and reporting requirements, and leading strategic financial analysis on fees, budgets, and profitability. They will work across functions such as Pricing, Finance, Technology, Accounts Payable, Billing, and Business Development to ensure seamless alignment with client expectations.
This role requires a professional with demonstrable expertise in legal operations and project management, particularly in managing high-value, multi-jurisdictional portfolios within professional services or legal environments. Success will depend on the ability to manage a high volume of bespoke analysis, identify trends across client relationships, and implement effective solutions to optimize legal operations workflows.
The Senior Manager will also mentor junior team members, contribute to the Firm&rsquo;s Legal Operations and LPM growth strategies, and actively participate in innovation initiatives to implement practical tools, processes, and best practices. Strategic relationship-building with legal teams, local counsel, and clients is critical, as is the ability to confidently present operational insights during leadership and client meetings.
The success of this role will be measured by its impact on strategic client management, the enhancement of local counsel operations, and contributions to the Firm&rsquo;s Tech Disputes practice. The Senior Manager&rsquo;s ability to optimize processes, deliver high-quality insights, and implement change will transform the legal operations capabilities of the team while promoting service and operational excellence across the Firm&rsquo;s most critical client relationships.<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Main Duties and Responsibilities1</h2><ul><li>
In collaboration with Legal Operations and LPM leadership, develop and strengthen the Firm&rsquo;s legal operation/LPM capability and pipeline of work, influencing Partners and lawyers to adopt LPM principles on their matters</li><li>
Operational management and co-delivery of legal projects/matters by 
o arranging Kick-Off Meetings, Project Team Meetings and Steering Meetings, ensuring attendees, standing agenda, record keeping and circulation are appropriate to the meetings&rsquo; purpose 
o defining and validating project scope, not simply management of scope 
o defining and tracking timelines, milestones, deliverables, assumptions and dependencies at the outset 
o financial/budget management on projects/matters 
o tracking progress and escalating changes in scope, time and/or budget to project stakeholders and ensuring effective corrective action is implemented, where required 
o implementing effective risk and issue identification and management strategies, providing options for mitigation or resolution that reflect client priorities 
o leading post project review and Lessons Learned workshops to contribute to ongoing process improvements</li><li>
Use of appropriate project management tools and techniques including drafting of all project-related documents and project artefacts such as project approach, project plans, schedules, action trackers, availability trackers, correspondence trackers, risk logs, status reports</li><li>
Implement and ensure effective communication strategies are in place and acting as the interface, where appropriate, to project specific stakeholders including our Clients, lawyers in other practice areas and offices, external and opposing counsel and third party vendors</li><li>
Provide LPM guidance on best practices, tools, techniques, roles and responsibilities</li><li>
Collaborate with legal teams to identify the most cost effective and level of resources available</li><li>
Collaborate with legal teams to draft and submit budget proposals; and with support from the Finance team, track and analyse actual project costs against budget and proactively address budget variances</li><li>
Build relationships and foster a collaborative approach between the Firm&rsquo;s legal teams, local counsel, and Clients on matter workstreams</li><li>
Focused on lean principles and use of innovation and business process mapping, contribute to continuous improvement of the LPM Team&rsquo;s processes including project management methodology, governance, training for legal teams and LPM best practice; and support of the change management of implementing these</li><li>
Management of concurrent matters across a portfolio to provide operational oversight with a focus on legal operations strategies for the Tech Disputes practice</li><li>
Manage local counsel across jurisdictions to ensure alignment on invoicing, reporting, and compliance with client-specific requirements, monitoring trends across client portfolios to identify strategic opportunities and areas for standardization</li><li>
Line management of junior team members, as required</li><li>
Support LPM leadership with LPM collateral for bids, tenders and pitches to portray LPM as an innovative way in which to deliver legal services</li><li>
Contribute to the development and delivery of LPM training content for Firm lawyers, local counsel, and Clients</li><li>
Identify opportunities to cross-sell LPM services in our global business</li><li>
Be seen as a key contact point for Partners and senior stakeholders for LPM globally and build relationships and foster a collaborative approach to working with clients and across all departments</li><li>
Comfortable with presenting on relevant topics at Senior Leadership meetings and Client meetings.</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Experience and Knowledge</h2><ul><li>
Experience of Legal Project Management required</li><li>
Significant experience of managing project teams and supporting complex, multi-jurisdictional matters in a dedicated project management capacity including experience of working with global legal teams</li><li>
Experience of change management</li><li>
Knowledge and proficiency in extranets, ebilling software, online data rooms, collaboration tools, legal tech and SharePoint sites; proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office products including Excel, Powerpoint, Visio, Project and Power BI</li><li>
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills</li><li>
Ability to manage multiple priorities with &ldquo;can do&rdquo; attitude, work cross-functionally, and meet tight deadlines</li><li>
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, able to interact at all levels including with senior business stakeholders to negotiate and persuade in order to achieve successful outcomes</li><li>
Understanding of law firm financial and performance metrics and ability to analyze financial reports of varying levels of complexity, providing financial analysis with a focus on delivering value to clients</li><li>
Problem solver</li><li>
Willing to challenge and question assumptions</li><li>
Ability to work well under pressure and manage/prioritize workload</li><li>
Advanced organizational and time management skills</li><li>
A project leader</li><li>
Flexible and resilient with ability to change and adapt in a fast moving, detail-oriented environment</li><li>
Sensitivity to cultural differences across project teams</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Education and Qualifications</h2><ul><li>
A strong academic record, preferably of graduate level (Law Degree or other relevant Post Graduate Degree an advantage).</li><li>
Formal project management qualification essential, for example APMQ or PMP</li><li>
5+ years relevant work experience including client facing roles</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Location and Reporting</h2><ul><li>
This is a permanent position based in Los Angeles</li><li>
This role reports to Director/Associate Director Legal Project Management - Legal Operations</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Note to Recruitment Agencies</h2>
Our Internal Recruitment team are responsible for all end-to-end lateral recruitment process. All agencies must sign White &amp; Case terms of business which are often specific. Candidates submitted by an agency without terms of business agreed with the appropriate office, and/or outside of our online application tracking system, will not be considered a formal introduction. Any applications and CVs sent directly to White &amp; Case Partners and employees will not be accepted as formal introductions. If you have any questions, please contact the Americas Lateral Recruitment team.<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Equal Opportunities</h2>
White &amp; Case is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and is committed to creating a fair workplace. It is our Firm's policy to recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law.
Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require an accommodation during the process should contact talent.acquisition@whitecase.com.<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Benefits</h2>
White &amp; Case LLP offers a comprehensive suite of benefit programs to all eligible employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, 401(k) retirement savings, vacation time, and leave programs (including parental leave). Exempt roles are also performance bonus eligible.
The Firm may modify and amend this job description at any time at its sole discretion. Nothing herein creates a contract of employment or otherwise modifies the at-will nature of employment.
1The above is a general description of the essential duties associated with this position and does not represent an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties.</div><div> 
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Primary Location: United States-Los Angeles</div><div> 
Expected Workplace: Onsite<div>
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Job Posting: Nov 26, 2025, 11:31:54 AM<div>
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Salary range for Los Angeles market: 157,600 - 216,700 US Dollar (USD) Yearly</div><div>
Salary range in other markets will vary</div></div>

Senior Manager, Legal Operations

Tyson & Mendes

<div>Join Tyson &amp; Mendes &ndash; Senior Counsel, Complex Trial Teams

Where Insurance Defense Meets Innovation

Please note: An active bar license in the State of California is required.

At Tyson &amp; Mendes, we don't just litigate&mdash;we lead. As a national force in insurance defense and trial advocacy, we're known for our bold mission to stop Nuclear Verdicts&reg; and our results-driven approach to high-exposure litigation. We are expanding our Complex Trial Teams and seeking accomplished Senior Counsel ready to make an impact in the courtroom and beyond.

If you are an experienced trial lawyer who thrives on complex, high-stakes cases, values strategy over spectacle, and wants to be part of a team that is reshaping the future of civil defense&mdash;this is your opportunity.

Why Tyson &amp; Mendes?

Lead with Impact &ndash; As Senior Counsel on our Complex Trial Team, you'll take the reins on challenging, high-value matters with the support and trust of a firm built for trial success.

Elite Training + Resources &ndash; From our Trial Academy to dedicated jury research and litigation support, we equip you with everything you need to succeed at the highest level.

Stability + Momentum &ndash; Join a financially strong, nationally scaled firm with an agile, no-silos culture that prioritizes long-term success over short-term wins.

Authentic Inclusion &ndash; At Tyson &amp; Mendes, diverse perspectives and lived experiences are essential to our approach, our outcomes, and our culture.

Results Matter, Not Where You Work &ndash; Office-based, hybrid, or remote&mdash;we focus on performance and outcomes, not location.

Who You Are

You are a trial-tested litigator with a defense-first mindset and the strategic acumen to lead complex cases from start to finish. You bring gravitas in the courtroom, confidence in depositions, and clarity in client communication. You think like a tactician, mentor with purpose, and uphold the highest standards of ethics and advocacy. With a deep understanding of high-exposure civil litigation&mdash;especially in areas like catastrophic injury, wrongful death, or construction defect&mdash;you are ready to take the next step in your leadership and litigation career.

Make Your Move. Be part of something bigger&mdash;join Tyson &amp; Mendes and help shape the future of insurance defense. Apply today. We're ready for your best.

Responsibilities
<ul>
<li>Lead Complex Trials: Represent clients in high-exposure and complex insurance defense cases, including cases involving catastrophic injury, wrongful death, property damage, and professional liability.</li>
<li>Case Strategy and Planning: Develop and execute case strategies, including risk assessment, discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation.</li>
<li>Client Advisement: Work closely with clients, insurance carriers, and adjusters to provide clear legal advice, case assessments, and updates on case developments.</li>
<li>Litigation Management: Oversee all stages of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, pre-trial motions, and settlement negotiations.</li>
<li>Courtroom Representation: Serve as lead counsel in jury trials, bench trials, and mediations, presenting cases effectively and persuasively.</li>
<li>Team Leadership and Mentorship: Supervise and mentor junior attorneys, paralegals, and support staff, ensuring high-quality work and compliance with best practices.</li>
<li>Collaboration with Experts: Collaborate with expert witnesses, including medical, forensic, engineering, and economic experts, to strengthen case arguments.</li>
</ul>
Requirements
<ul>
<li>Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.</li>
<li>Active license to practice law in California and eligibility to practice in federal courts.</li>
<li>8+ years of experience in insurance defense litigation with a strong focus on complex trial work.</li>
<li>Demonstrated success as lead trial counsel in multiple high-stakes cases.</li>
<li>Strong knowledge of civil procedure, tort law, insurance law, and trial strategies.</li>
<li>Proven ability to manage and prioritize a large, demanding caseload with limited oversight.</li>
<li>Exceptional oral advocacy, legal writing, and negotiation skills.</li>
<li>Strong client relationship management skills with an ability to communicate complex legal strategies effectively.</li>
<li>Background in catastrophic injury, construction defect, or professional liability cases preferred.</li>
<li>Experience with e-discovery tools and case management software.</li>
<li>Membership in local or national trial lawyer associations is a plus.</li></ul> 


Benefits
<ul>
<li>Guaranteed bonus structure for attorneys and paralegals</li>
<li>Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans (some at no cost to the employee)</li>
<li>Student loan repayment assistance OR 529 college savings program for attorneys</li>
<li>401K matching</li>
<li>Paid parental leave</li>
<li>Flexible vacation policy for attorneys</li>
<li>Internal education and leadership development programs</li>
<li>Pathway to partnership for attorneys</li>
<li>Internal diversity and inclusion programs, such as the Women's Initiative and Young Professionals Initiative</li>
<li>Firm-wide charitable giving program</li>
<li>Numerous social and off-site events each year to enrich your relationships with your colleagues</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate</li>
<li>Access to Maven resources for new parents through Blue Shield</li></ul> 


About Tyson &amp; Mendes

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We're one of the fastest-growing civil defense firms in the country&mdash;known for breaking the mold of the traditional law firm. Our dynamic, diverse team of trial attorneys delivers exceptional results, from landmark cases like Howell v. Hamilton Meats to numerous defense verdicts across the nation.

But we don't stop at great legal work&mdash;we invest in our people. With specialized training in our proven defense methods, clear paths to leadership, and robust professional development, we empower attorneys to grow their careers, build their personal brands, and become leaders in the field.

Follow along with the firm on Twitter and LinkedIn or visit www.tysonmendes.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer Notice

OK, now for the legal copy (we are a law firm, after all). It is Tyson &amp; Mendes' policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors. By the way, if you read all of this, congratulations &ndash; we can already tell your attention to detail is exceptional.

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS/EMPLOYEES OF TYSON &amp; MENDES: Please take notice that the Firm collects certain information about you. For more information on the Firm's policies, please refer to the document provided here.

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Senior Counsel (Complex Trial)

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