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The Home Depot

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 This position represents the Company in legal claims, lawsuits, litigation, and regulatory matters, specifically commercial litigation matters, including consumer class actions and MDL proceedings; antitrust, tax, IP, regulatory, construction, and real estate matters; and internal investigations. The ultimate objective of this position is to minimize the legal exposure of the Company in any such legal matters; advise and consult with managers and other departments on various legal issues and educate internal clients on proactive measures and approaches to reducing all potential legal exposure; prosecute and defend business claims and lawsuits.
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   Accurately identifies and assesses risks and determines and effectuates appropriate course for specific business areas and others with department-wide consequences. Identifies, assesses, approves, and recommends changes to business partners
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   Handles complex legal matters within area of responsibility. Retains, monitors, and evaluates the performance of Outside Counsel relationships and budgeting within area.
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   Independently conducts and directs complex negotiations for a broad spectrum of matters for specific business areas with general supervisory review. Supervises and conducts appropriate legal research for all pending legal work.
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   Compiles, prepares, and presents budget recommendations for area of responsibility and manages budget for same.
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   Supervises Associate Corporate Counsel, Corporate Counsel, Paralegals, Legal Assistants, Administrative Assistants, and/or Clerks; including directing work, selection, termination, performance appraisal and coaching/professional development
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   7 - 10 years of practice experience, with a major law firm or corporate legal department
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   Significant experience litigating commercial litigation matters, including consumer class actions and MDL proceedings; substantive experience in litigating antitrust, tax, IP, regulatory, construction, and real estate matters; experience in conducting internal investigations
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Corporate Counsel, Commercial Litigation

Ascensus

<div><p>Ascensus is the leading independent technology and service platform powering savings plans across America, providing products and expertise that help nearly 16 million people save for a better today and tomorrow.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Section 1: Position Summary</b></p><p></p><p>
The Senior Corporate Counsel will support retirement plan services and products at Ascensus with a focus on the FuturePlan business, a leading national TPA that offers plan design, consulting, administration, and compliance services. This attorney will provide legal counsel to executives and associates and will partner with Risk, Compliance, Privacy, and Information Security to identify and mitigate risk while ensuring alignment with business objectives. Key job responsibilities include: serving as subject matter expert in relevant areas of law; negotiating and drafting contracts; managing disputes and litigation; and supporting a variety of other day-to-day legal matters. The individual must demonstrate sound legal and business judgment. Experience in the financial services industry is strongly preferred.
</p><p>This is a full-time, exempt position.</p><p></p><p><b>
Section 2: Job Functions, Essential Duties and Responsibilities</b></p><p></p><ul>
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Provide advice and counsel to business leaders on legal, regulatory, legislative, compliance, and business issues</li>
<li>Draft, negotiate, review, and interpret various contracts and other legal documents between Ascensus and its clients, partners, vendors, and other third parties</li>
<li>Handle other day-to-day legal issues arising in a growing and complex business including disputes and litigation, employment, intellectual property, and corporate governance</li>
<li>Support Ascensus&rsquo;s culture by demonstrating our core values of People Matter, Quality First and Integrity Always&reg; in all of your actions</li>
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Understand Ascensus&rsquo; businesses and give practical advice to business leaders</li>
<li>Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with business leaders, clients, prospects, business partners, and others</li>
<li>Think strategically, analytically, and creatively</li>
<li>Drive execution of personal, team, and business goals</li>
<li>Identify, escalate, and resolve issues before they become problems</li>
<li>Exhibit adaptability and lead change</li>
<li>Effectively work independently and as part of a team with the willingness and desire to collaborate</li>
<li>Be organized, proactive, and entrepreneurial</li>
<li>Multitask and prioritize while producing high-quality, on-time work</li>
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Section 4: Experience, Education and Base Requirements
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<li>Familiarity with ERISA and related laws and regulations</li>
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The national average salary range for this role $130-140k in base pay, exclusive of any bonuses and benefits. This base salary range represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position. Actual salary offered will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, performance, and internal pay alignment. We do not anticipate that candidates hired will begin at the top of the range however, from time to time, it may occur on a case-by-case basis. Other rewards and benefits may include: 401(k) match, Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid-Time-Off, etc. For more information, please visit careers.ascensus.com/#Benefits<i>.</i></p><p><i>
Be aware of employment fraud. All email communications from Ascensus or its hiring managers originate from @ascensus.com </i><i>or @futureplan.com</i> <i>email addresses. We will never ask you for payment or require you to purchase any equipment. If you are suspicious or unsure about validity of a job posting, we strongly encourage you to apply directly through our website.</i></p></div>

Senior Corporate Counsel

Industrious

<div><p><b>About the Company:</b></p>
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Industrious is the largest premium workplace-as-a-service provider and home to the highest-rated workplaces in the industry. Everything we do comes down to creating great days for teams of all sizes and stages, including our own. We believe that what makes a great day at work is the people on your team and the problems you get to solve together. We're looking for people who love thinking outside the box and thrive in a truly collaborative setting. As teammates, we encourage new ideas and toast every win. We're excited about having a meaningful impact on people's workplace experience.</p>
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Great days also start when everyone can be their authentic self at work. Diversity of backgrounds, thoughts, and ideas is critical to our success in delivering great workplace experiences, both for our members and for each other. Industrious is committed to creating an inclusive, respectful environment that embraces your individuality and quirkiness. You are valued for who YOU are. We celebrate our people as individuals who can accomplish great things when we work together as one team.</p>
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To learn more, visit www.industriousoffice.com/careers.</p>
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Are you ready to revolutionize the future of work? Industrious is on the lookout for an energetic and proactive Senior Counsel, Commercial &amp; Product to join our dynamic in-house legal team.</p>
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As Senior Counsel, Commercial &amp; Product, you will be responsible for all aspects of commercial contracting, including deal structuring, and drafting, review, and negotiation of contracts. You will also be integral to providing legal support to a wide range of Industrious' internal customers and developing scalable infrastructure to help Industrious achieve its goals in a time of dynamic growth. You must be intellectually curious, self-confident, a stellar communicator and problem-solver, and have a passion for working in a high growth, entrepreneurial environment.
</p><p>This role can be based in any of Industrious's major markets including New York City, South Florida, Austin, Chicago, Atlanta, Boston, and Washington DC.</p>
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At Industrious you will:</b></p>
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<li>Provide counsel on pre-litigation disputes, risk management, and escalation strategies.</li>
<li>Develop and implement policies, playbooks, and legal templates to standardize and streamline operations.</li>
<li>Manage and optimize contract workflow end-to-end; identify improvements, build efficiencies, and reduce cycle time.</li>
<li>Analyze user and product experiences from a legal perspective, advising on compliance, risk, and business trade-offs.</li>
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<p><b>What we look for:</b></p>
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<li>6+ years of experience with complex commercial or corporate matters of which at least 2 years were spent as in-house counsel in a startup, technology or other dynamic environment</li>
<li>D. from a well regarded law school. Top-tier law firm training strongly preferred</li>
<li>Admission to local state bar or ability to register as in-house counsel</li>
<li>Excellent oral and written communication skills</li>
<li>Exceptional interpersonal skills</li>
<li>Strong drafting and analytical skills</li>
<li>Ability to demonstrate sound judgment in ambiguous situations</li>
<li>Ability to work independently while being able to contribute successfully to cross-functional teams</li>
<li>Excellent organizational skills; ability to manage multiple projects at once, follow through, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment</li>
<li>Enthusiastic and proactive attitude with the ability to identify gaps and willingness to step in where needed</li>
<li>A creative problem solver who is open to new ideas and new approaches</li>
<li>Proven track record of learning quickly, taking initiative, working proactively and being resourceful</li>
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The annual base compensation range for this role is between $190,000 and $215,000. The successful candidate's actual base compensation will be based upon a variety of factors, including but not limited to work experience, job-related knowledge, skills, and professional qualifications. You will also be eligible for an annual target 15% bonus and participation in our long-term incentive program.</p>
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Base and bonus compensation are just two components of Industrious' total compensation package for this role. Other great perks and benefits include heavily subsidized healthcare plans, generous paid time off, wellness programs, professional development grants, 401k plan, and many other benefits, subject to applicable eligibility criteria and company policies.</p>
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Equal Employment Opportunity: </b>Industrious is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.</p><div><div>
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Industrious in the News:</b></div>
</div><div><ul><li>Getting Our Team to Show Up And Love It: What We've Learned from Thousands of Office Days</li>
<li>How Industrious became an $800million brand by building a sense of belonging</li>
<li>CBRE Group to Acquire Industrious, Create New Business Segment</li>
<li>A note from our CEO about Industrious + CBRE</li>
<li>Industrious Partners with Delta Business Traveler to Support Every Kind of Business Flyer</li>
<li>CBRE Chooses Coworking Hub for Its New Global Financial Headquarters</li>
<li>The Anti Adam Neumann of the Co-Working Industry</li></ul></div></div></div>

Senior Commercial Counsel

Google

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 Applicants in the County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
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 As an Associate Commercial Counsel on the Global Media Partnerships subteam, you will work on negotiating, drafting and analyzing a wide variety of film, television, and sports digital distribution licenses for YouTube and YouTube TV as part of Google's growing digital media business. You will focus on negotiating and drafting linear television distribution agreements for YouTube TV, including new subscription products related to YouTube TV. You will also include a wide cross section of YouTube transactional and commercial legal work, including marketing, advertising, and other major media agreements in support of YouTube&rsquo;s Global Media Partnerships team. You will counsel business development executives and lead on agreement interpretational issues, including risk analysis and product advertisement.
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 The US base salary range for this full-time position is $210,000-$312,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
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   Advise executive management, business clients, as well as finance, product, and other company colleagues on legal issues and risks, agreement structure, negotiation strategy, and company policies and procedures.
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   Provide Business Development, Strategy, Product Management, and Marketing teams with legal guidance on compliance with applicable license agreements and related contracts, U.S. regulatory matters, and internal approval processes.
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   Support contractual analysis and diligence across existing agreements in support of product feature launches and enablement.
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 Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form .
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Associate Commercial Counsel, YouTube Business Legal

Law Office of Cameron Hawkins

<p><b>Litigation Attorney &ndash; Defense Focus (Full-Time, In-Office)</b></p><p><b>Law Office of Cameron Hawkins, LLC &ndash; Atlanta, GA </b></p><p><b>About the Role</b></p><p>The <b>Law Office of Cameron Hawkins (LOCH)</b> is seeking an accomplished <b>Litigation Attorney</b> who can both <b>litigate and lead</b>, managing cases with precision, writing with clarity, and showing calm, consistent judgment under pressure.</p><p>We&rsquo;re a <b>boutique defense and commercial litigation firm</b> built on systems, structure, and professional integrity. The attorney who thrives here will embody <b>five key competencies</b> that define our standard of excellence: Legal Writing, Case Ownership, Attorney-in-Office Leadership, Courtroom Presence with Systems Discipline and Business Judgment, and Cultural Fit.</p><p>If you value preparation, professionalism and peace under pressure, we invite you to apply.</p><p><b>Key Competencies for Success</b></p><ul><li><b>Legal Writing</b> &ndash; Draft clear, persuasive motions and briefs that require minimal revision.</li><li><b>Case Ownership</b> &ndash; Manage litigation matters from intake through resolution with minimal supervision.</li><li><b>Attorney in Office Leadership</b> &ndash; Serve as senior legal presence and decision-maker when leadership is unavailable.</li><li><b>Courtroom Presence, Systems Discipline &amp; Business Judgment</b> &ndash; Represent clients confidently; maintain composure under pressure; follow firm systems; and balance legal precision with business practicality.</li><li><b>Cultural Fit &amp; Collaborative Leadership</b> &ndash; Model calm communication, professionalism, and teamwork; elevate firm culture through reliability and respect.</li></ul><p><b>What You&rsquo;ll Do</b></p><ul><li>Manage a civil litigation docket independently from intake through resolution.</li><li>Produce clear, persuasive, and polished legal work that is filing-ready and requires minimal revision.</li><li>Draft and argue motions, conduct depositions, and represent clients in hearings, mediations and settlement conferences.</li><li>Communicate proactively with clients, opposing counsel, and colleagues.</li><li>Help the team meet deadlines through consistent organization and follow-up.</li><li>Serve as the firm&rsquo;s <b>senior legal presence</b> and maintain leadership continuity when the Managing Partner is unavailable.</li></ul><p><b>Qualifications</b></p><ul><li>Juris Doctor from an accredited law school</li><li><b>Active Georgia Bar</b> license.</li><li><b>At least 4 years of civil or defense litigation experience</b></li><li>Proven strength in legal writing and analytical work</li><li>Ability to manage multiple cases independently from intake to resolution with sound judgment and professionalism.</li><li>Collaborative, <b>reliable</b>, and receptive to feedback.</li></ul><p><b>Compensation and Benefits</b></p><ul><li>Competitive salary between <b>$100,000 and $125,000</b> depending on experience</li><li><b>Bonus opportunities</b> based on performance and firm growth</li><li><b>Paid time off, sick leave, 401(k) matching</b></li><li>Coverage for professional dues and memberships.</li><li>A structured 30/60/90-day onboarding plan</li><li>Direct mentorship with the Managing Partner</li></ul><p><b>How to Apply</b></p><p>Please email your application materials to <b>admin@chawkinslaw.com</b> with subject line:</p><p><b>&ldquo;Litigation Attorney [Your Name]&rdquo;</b></p><p>Please include the following:</p><ul><li><b>Resume</b> highlighting relevant litigation experience</li><li><b>Writing sample</b> (brief or motion you drafted)</li><li><b>One of the following</b>: Short example of a case you led from start to finish OR a brief (150-word) note explaining how you decide when to escalate an issue versus handling it independently.</li></ul><p><b>Our Hiring Process</b></p><ul><li>Application and writing sample review</li><li>Initial Zoom interview focused on communication style, systems awareness, and culture fit</li><li>Case simulation using a real litigation scenario</li><li>Final Interview: Final interview with Managing Partner Cameron Hawkins</li><li>Reference check with attention to reliability and emotional maturity</li></ul><p><b>Why LOCH?</b></p><p>At LOCH, we value <b>peace, precision, professional integrity, and collaboration</b>, which guides how we serve clients and work together every day.</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: $90,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Professional development assistance</li></ul><p>Application Question(s):</p><ul><li>Are you currently licensed and in good standing with the Georgia State Bar?</li></ul><p>Experience:</p><ul><li>Appeals: 3 years (Preferred)</li><li>Legal drafting: 4 years (Preferred)</li><li>Legal case management: 4 years (Preferred)</li><li>civil or defense litigation: 4 years (Required)</li></ul><p>License/Certification:</p><ul><li>State Bar License (Required)</li></ul><p>Ability to Commute:</p><ul><li>Atlanta, GA 30318 (Required)</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Licensed Litigation Attorney- Defense Focus

Emory University

<div>Discover Your Career at Emory University:
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Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community.</div>
Description:
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Emory&rsquo;s Office of the General Counsel seeks a health care attorney with significant transactional and regulatory experience to join its talented legal team as an Associate General Counsel. The Associate General Counsel will join an outstanding group of teammates to provide strategic legal counsel on complex regulatory, compliance, and transactional matters impacting one of the nation&rsquo;s leading academic medical centers and the largest healthcare provider in the state of Georgia.</div><div><br>
</div><div>This attorney will support Emory Healthcare&rsquo;s hospitals, physician practices, ancillary providers, and clinically integrated network in navigating federal and state healthcare laws while facilitating business transactions that advance our mission of excellence in patient care, education, and research.</div><div></div><div><br>
Want to know more first? See the details below.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Help us make the world healthier</b></div><p>
Emory Healthcare, part of Emory University, is one of the nation&rsquo;s premier academic health systems. At the forefront of medicine and research both nationally and locally, Emory Healthcare puts innovative research and technology into lifesaving action. Emory Healthcare is comprised of 11 hospitals, more than 580 provider locations, over 6 million patient visits annually, and the largest clinically integrated network in the state, and is Georgia&rsquo;s most comprehensive health system. With a workforce of more than 29,000 employees and the #1 and #2 ranked hospitals and Georgia and Atlanta for each of the past 10 years, Emory Healthcare is #33 on Forbes&rsquo; list of &ldquo;Dream Employers.&rdquo;</p><p></p><p><br>
Emory University includes highly ranked Schools of Medicine, Nursing, and Public Health. Emory University and Emory Healthcare are home to a global health institute that supports initiatives in nearly 100 countries and a leading research enterprise that receives more than one billion dollars in annual sponsored research funding and is responsible for the development of lifesaving treatments such as angioplasty, drug-eluting stents, and the most successful and commonly used HIV/AIDS drugs in the world.</p><div></div><div><b><br>
Are you ready?</b></div><div></div><div><br>
The Associate General Counsel&rsquo;s duties will include:</div><p></p><p><br>
Regulatory Compliance:</p><ul><li>
Advise on federal and state healthcare laws and regulations, including the federal Stark Law and Anti-Kickback Statute and relevant state fraud and abuse laws, HIPAA, and EMTALA</li><li>
Provide counsel on compliance with CMS Conditions of Participation, state licensure requirements, and Joint Commission standards</li><li>
Support the development and implementation of compliance programs, policies, and procedures to ensure adherence to applicable laws and regulations</li><li>
Assist with investigations and responses to government inquiries or enforcement actions</li><li>
Assist with drafting physician contracts and advising on relevant regulatory considerations</li><li>
Monitor and interpret emerging regulatory changes and advise leadership on operational impact and risk mitigation strategies</li></ul><p>
Transactional Support:</p><ul><li>
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of healthcare-related agreements (e.g., professional services, affiliation, joint ventures, vendor contracts, telehealth, data-sharing, and business associate agreements)</li></ul><p>
Counsel on mergers, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships within the health system, including:</p><ul><li>
Conducting legal due diligence to identify regulatory, compliance, and contractual risks</li><li>
Advising on transaction structure to ensure compliance with healthcare laws and regulations</li><li>
Drafting and negotiating definitive agreements, ancillary documents, and integration plans</li><li>
Coordinating with internal stakeholders and external advisors to facilitate smooth transaction execution</li><li>
Providing guidance on post-transaction integration, including physician alignment, licensure, and operational compliance</li></ul><p>
Contract Drafting and Supply Chain Collaboration:</p><ul><li>
Draft, review, and negotiate contracts for goods and services, including agreements with vendors, suppliers, and service providers</li><li>
Work closely with Emory Healthcare&rsquo;s Supply Chain and Digital teams to ensure contracts align with organizational policies, regulatory requirements, and risk management standards</li><li>
Provide legal guidance on health care regulatory matters as they relate to vendor contracting</li><li>
Support strategic sourcing initiatives and advise on legal implications of supply chain decisions</li></ul><p>
Collaboration &amp; Education:</p><ul><li>
Work closely with legal teammates, executives and operational leaders to implement practical solutions</li><li>
Provide updates and training on emerging healthcare laws and regulations</li></ul><div><b>
We are looking for candidates who:</b></div><ul><li>
Have a preferred, ten years of legal experience in the health care field</li><li>
Work well on a team and bring a spirit of engagement, enthusiasm, and innovation to their work</li><li>
Have outstanding verbal and written communication skills</li><li>
Display high levels of emotional intelligence, including kindness, empathy, optimism, and self-awareness</li><li>
Approach work with a commitment to excellence, intellectual curiosity, strong work ethic, and integrity</li><li>
Have excellent judgment, client counseling, multi-tasking, and decision-making skills</li><li>
Have a license to practice law in a U.S. state, and excellent academic credentials</li><li>
Have previous experience with academic medical centers, physician group practices, health care delivery systems, and/or in-house legal departments</li></ul><div><b>
Where will I work?</b></div><div></div><div><br>
Candidates who live in or are willing to relocate to Atlanta, Georgia, where our Atlanta-based team members are in the office a minimum of two days a week, are preferred, but we will consider remote candidates.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Other benefits</b></div><div></div><div><br>
Emory&rsquo;s compensation is competitive with similar universities and comes with outstanding benefits, including:</div><ul><li>
A generous contribution from the university, in an amount up to an additional 9% of your salary, to your 403(b) tax-deferred retirement savings plan. (see details here)<br>
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Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, including a three tier plan that lowers your deductibles and out of pocket maximums even more.</li><li>
Eleven paid holidays and two paid floating holidays.</li><li>
Three additional paid days off during the Winter Recess (Christmas to New Years).</li><li>
Four weeks of paid vacation per year, which increases with length of service.</li><li>
FMLA and six weeks of paid parental leave.</li><li>
A Courtesy Scholarship program that covers between 50% and 100% of tuition for your children who apply and are admitted for enrollment in Emory University. (see details here)<br>
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An exceptional gym which employees can join for $360 per year.</li></ul><div>
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from an ABA accredited law school. Four years of related experience. Member in good standing of the State Bar of Georgia or the ability to become a member within one year.</div>
Additional Details:
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Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD).</div><div></div><div><br>
Emory University is committed to ensuring equal access and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to seek a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at accessibility@emory.edu or call 404-727-9877 (Voice) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). We kindly ask that requests be made at least seven business days in advance to allow adequate time for coordination.</div></div>

Associate General Counsel - Healthcare

Voya Financial

<div><div><i>Together we fight for everyone&rsquo;s opportunity for a better financial future.</i></div><div></div><div>
We will do this together &mdash; with customers, partners and colleagues. We will fight for others, not against: We will stand up for and champion everyone&rsquo;s access to opportunities. The status quo is not good enough &hellip; we believe every individual and every community deserves access to financial opportunities. We are determined to support both individuals and communities in reaching a better financial future. We know that reaching this future depends on our actions today.</div><div></div><div>
Like our Purpose Statement, Voya believes in being bold and committed to action. We are committed to a work environment where the differences that we are born with &mdash; and those we acquire throughout our lives &mdash; are understood, valued and intentionally pursued. We believe that our employees own our culture and have a responsibility to foster an environment where we all feel comfortable bringing our whole selves to work. Purposefully bringing our differences together to positively influence our culture, serve our clients and enrich our communities is essential to our vision.</div><div></div><div>
Are you ready to join a company with a strong purpose and a winning culture? Start your Voyage &ndash; Apply Now</div><div></div><div>
Provide legal counsel to investment professionals with respect to the review, negotiation, closing and management of financing transactions, primarily asset backed finance and traditional private placements, on behalf of the general and third-party accounts.</div><div></div><div>
Key Responsibilities:</div><ul><li>
Provide legal counsel for domestic and cross border private investments, including structured products, traditional corporates, private debt and equity funds, project finance, and asset backed finance.</li><li>
Advise investment professionals on legal issues and risks of transaction terms, structure, amendments and consents.</li><li>
Review and negotiate documentation related to domestic and cross border transactions, including note purchase agreements, indentures, credit agreements, fund documents, limited partnership agreements, confidentiality agreements, intercreditor agreements, project documents and collateral documents.</li><li>
Typical transactions include corporate private placement debt, structured finance transactions, project finance and other infrastructure transactions.</li><li>
Advise credit analysts on issues that may arise when investments become distressed, necessitating restructurings or workouts.</li><li>
Responsible for overseeing special projects that arise from client requests, including portfolio movements necessitating transfer of securities.</li><li>
Prepare materials and checklists to support investment recommendations.</li><li>
Oversee and work effectively with external counsel providing support on the foregoing matters.</li><li>
Assist with other investment regulatory and compliance matters and manage projects that may arise.</li><li>
Responsible for understanding and complying with firm policies and procedures while performing the role outlined above.</li></ul><div></div><div>
Minimum Knowledge and Experience:</div><ul><li>
J.D. degree from an ABA accredited law school and member in good standing of a state bar.</li><li>
At least four years of relevant transactional experience with a law firm or in-house at a financial institution.</li><li>
Transactional experience drafting, reviewing and negotiating documents for financing transactions, together with related amendments and consents. Specific experience with private placements a plus.</li><li>
Willingness to take on special projects as needed, including the oversight of large operational transactions and secondary trading and client onboarding matters.</li><li>
Excellent verbal and written communication, analytical, and research skills.</li><li>
Strong transactional management and organizational skills.</li><li>
Ability to analyze a variety of legal issues and synthesize complex information.</li></ul><div></div><div>
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Compensation Pay Disclosure:</div><div></div><div>
Voya is committed to pay that&rsquo;s fair and equitable, which means comparable pay for comparable roles and responsibilities.</div><div></div><div>
The below annual base salary range reflects the expected hiring range(s) for this position in the location(s) listed. In addition to base salary, Voya offers incentive opportunities (i.e., annual cash incentives, sales incentives, and/or long-term incentives) based on the role to reward the achievement of annual performance objectives. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount Voya Financial is willing to pay at the time of this posting.</div><div></div><div>
Actual compensation offered may vary from the posted salary range based upon the candidate&rsquo;s geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked.</div><div></div>
$180,000 - $200,000 USD<div></div><div>
Be Well. Stay Well.</div><div>
Voya provides the resources that can make a difference in your lives. To us, this means thriving physically, financially, socially and emotionally. Voya benefits are designed to help you do just that. That&rsquo;s why we offer an array of plans, programs, tools and resources with one goal in mind: To help you and your family be well and stay well.</div><div></div><div>
What We Offer</div><ul><li>
Health, dental, vision and life insurance plans</li><li>
401(k) Savings plan &ndash; with generous company matching contributions (up to 6%)</li><li>
Voya Retirement Plan &ndash; employer paid cash balance retirement plan (4%)</li><li>
Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year</li><li>
Paid time off &ndash; including 20 days paid time off, nine paid company holidays and a flexible Diversity Celebration Day.</li><li>
Paid volunteer time &mdash; 40 hours per calendar year</li></ul><div></div><div><br>
Critical Skills</div><div>
At Voya, we have identified the following critical skills which are key to success in our culture:</div><ul><li>
Customer Focused: Passionate drive to delight our customers and offer unique solutions that deliver on their expectations.</li><li>
Critical Thinking: Thoughtful process of analyzing data and problem solving data to reach a well-reasoned solution.</li><li>
Team Mentality: Partnering effectively to drive our culture and execute on our common goals.</li><li>
Business Acumen: Appreciation and understanding of the financial services industry in order to make sound business decisions.</li><li>
Learning Agility: Openness to new ways of thinking and acquiring new skills to retain a competitive advantage.</li></ul><div></div><div><br>
Equal Employment Opportunity</div><div><i>
Voya Financial is an equal-opportunity employer. Voya Financial provides equal opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of race, color, sex, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other status protected by state or local law.</i></div><div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div>
Reasonable Accommodations</div><div><i>
Voya is committed to the inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Voya will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment,</i><i> </i><i>please</i><i> reference</i> <div><i>resources for applicants with disabilities</i></div><i>.</i></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div></div>

AVP, Private Credit Attorney

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