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NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®

Position Summary: 
Join NAR's Legal team as Senior Counsel, Trademark Attorney, you'll manage all aspects of NAR's trademark portfolio, from prosecuting applications and conducting clearance searches to enforcing brand rights and educating stakeholders. You'll provide practical legal counsel across the organization on intellectual property matters, negotiate licensing agreements, and develop risk mitigation strategies that protect NAR's brand assets. This position offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of trademark law and the dynamic real estate industry, supporting NAR's mission while safeguarding its valuable intellectual property.
 
Duties and Responsibilities: 
Trademark Protection Program Execution
 
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 Investigate infringement reports and draft cease-and-desist letters.
 
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 Prepare and file UDRP complaints and pursue to resolution.
 
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 Conduct clearance searches and provide risk assessments by analyzing those results to relay level of risk in adopting a proposed trademark to the appropriate business group.
 
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 File and prosecute trademark applications and registrations with the United States Patent & Trademark Office
 
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 Manage trademark filings and oppositions.
 
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 Pursue NAR objections to third party applications adverse to NAR.
 
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 Identify and implement efforts to promote NAR's marks.
 
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 Draft educational materials and deliver training sessions.
 
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 Draft and take appropriate responses to misuses of the REALTOR® trademark
 
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 Recommend appropriate action involving NAR's trademark portfolio, brand protection efforts, and enforcement actions.
 
Day-to-Day Legal Counsel
 
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 Provide legal advice to NAR divisions and affiliates on organizational legal matters including but not limited to IP-related matters.
 
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 Review marketing materials for IP compliance and other legal issues.
 
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 Advise NAR and its stakeholders on timely and relevant risk mitigation matters impacting the organization and the real estate industry.
 
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 Draft guidance to address recurring organizational legal and IP-related issues
 
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 Bring concerns to the attention of internal clients and suggest actions.
 
Contract Review and Negotiation
 
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 Draft, review, and negotiate licenses, settlement agreements, contracts, NDAs and RFPs to which NAR or its affiliates or subsidiaries are parties.
 
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 Advise staff and draft guidance to address recurring contract related issues.
 
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 Recommend revisions to reduce liability exposure.
 
Legal Research and Education
 
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 Research and identify laws and regulations affecting NAR operations.
 
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 Draft legal memoranda, articles, and risk management materials.
 
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 Present educational programs to members and association executives.
 
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 Draft legal memoranda, white papers, and briefs to support decisions or activities of NAR (or affiliate or subsidiary).
 
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 Suggest course of action to be taken; identify options and legal ramifications.
 
Qualifications: 
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 Juris Doctor;
 
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 Must be currently admitted and maintain a license to practice law in good standing in the District of Columbia, or be eligible for admission as in-house counsel;
 
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 At least 4- 7+ years of related legal experience as in-house counsel, or practicing at a law firm or government agency;
 
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 Demonstrated experience with trademark prosecution, enforcement, and portfolio management; proficiency in conducting and analyzing trademark clearance searches
 
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 Deep understanding of U.S. trademark law and USPTO filing systems and procedures, familiarity with international trademark systems, search databases and tools
 
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 Demonstrated experience with digital/online brand protection and enforcement strategies, including familiarity with UDRP proceedings and domain name disputes
 
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 Experience drafting and negotiating intellectual property licenses and settlement agreements
 
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 Proficiency with trademark docketing systems, Microsoft Office Suite and legal research platforms (Westlaw, LexisNexis)
 
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 Familiarity with real estate industry and association governance structures a plus
 
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 Hands-on experience managing litigation and related tasks;
 
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 Significant experience and ability to draft, negotiate and review a wide variety of commercial agreements;
 
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 Exceptional communication skills—verbal, written, and presentation to groups of varying sizes and seniority;
 
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 Capable of successfully working on and completing multiple projects simultaneously with minimal supervision;
 
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 Ability to influence, gain credibility and develop strong working relationships across the team, with business partners, and leaders and decision-makers across the organization;
 
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 Highly organized, and excellent follow-up and follow-through skills;
 
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 Results-oriented with high attention to detail, ability to multi-task, and meet deadlines in a dynamic, fast-paced team environment;
 
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 Ability to think in innovative ways, solve problems and develop strategies that cut across multiple issue areas;
 
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 A team player with a positive, collaborative approach, while able to work independently and take ownership of projects;
 
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 Strong customer relations and interpersonal skills with a high level of response to all inquiries;
 
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 A curious mindset, ability to learn new skills and “can-do” attitude;
 
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 Experience in antitrust, data privacy or employment law a plus; and
 
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 Ability to travel up to 10-20%.
 
Compensation: $160,000-$195,000
 
NAR provides comprehensive benefits including health/dental/vision insurance.
 
Organizational Overview: 
The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) is a team of professionals dedicated to providing world-class service to approximately 1.5 million REALTORS® working in the United States and around the world. The real estate industry is fast-paced and fast-changing--each year, our members participate in the sale, lease, and management of real estate. As in every industry, our members' value proposition is constantly being challenged by innovation.
 
It is our mission to empower REALTORS® as they preserve, protect and advance the right to real property for all. We cannot do that without the ideas, passion, and commitment from our talented employees. As our greatest assets, employees are offered their pick of competitive benefits/perks and flexible work options.

Senior Counsel, Trademark

Wells Fargo

<div>About this role: 
 
Wells Fargo is seeking a Senior Counsel in the Legal Department as part of the Corporate Investment Banking, Tech, Innovation and Information Legal Division.
 
 
The successful candidate will serve as a legal advisor in the Structured Products section of the Corporate &amp; Investment Banking division of the Legal Department, providing support to the following lines of business: Structured Products Group, including Asset Backed Finance, portions of Commercial Real Estate, Wells Fargo Home Lending, Corporate Treasury and portions of the Investment Portfolio, and certain other lines of business in the context of any structured products transactions being executed by the related lines of business. The types of transactions within coverage primarily include securitizations of financial assets distributed by Wells Fargo Securities or originated/sponsored by Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its subsidiaries, structured repurchase facilities, warehousing facilities and other structured transactions. The successful candidate will have several years of experience drafting and negotiation legal documentation for structured products and/or securitization transactions. 
 
Specific responsibilities include (i) providing substantive legal advice on a variety of laws and regulations relative to Wells Fargo's structured products capital markets and investment banking activities; (ii) working directly with business clients and developing an in depth understanding of business unit activities and products; (iii) identifying and analyzing complex legal issues, developing conclusions and making recommendations for issue resolution; (iv) drafting and negotiating complex legal documents; (v) reviewing and negotiating transaction documents prepared by outside counsel, including securities offering materials and contractual arrangements for complex asset securitization and financing transactions; (vi) engaging and managing outside counsel; (vii) assisting with internal and external examinations and investigations as well as bankruptcy and litigation proceedings; (viii) providing guidance to other support partners (i.e., compliance, credit, operational risk) and enterprise/wholesale groups related to matters associated with structured transactions; and (ix) following and ensuring consistent application of Legal Department policies and procedures to manage Wells Fargo's legal matters, outside counsel and legal expenses.
 
 
For additional information on this line of business, refer to the external Careers Site at Wellsfargo.com/career. 
 
In this role you will:<ul><li>
Provide guidance to management on legal and regulatory matters impacting business strategy and policy or claims against the Company.</li><li>
Proactively identifies policy, legal, and regulatory matters pertaining to area of expertise, and evaluates the legal risk and impact.</li><li>
Independently resolve moderately complex issues and lead team to meet deliverables</li><li>
Exercise considerable discretion and may serve as the primary legal contact for assigned clients.</li><li>
Collaborate within the department and across business and staff functions to address legal and risk issues in a manner consistent with the best interests of Wells Fargo.</li><li>
Coach, mentor and provide oversight with less experienced attorneys or staff</li><li>
Lead initiatives of varying scope and complexity.</li></ul>
Required Qualifications:<ul><li>
4+ years of Law experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education</li><li>
Active State Bar membership or the equivalent in a country outside the United States</li></ul>
Desired Qualifications:<ul><li>
Experience as a practicing attorney</li><li>
Extensive knowledge and understanding of structured products and the related regulatory environment</li><li>
Substantial knowledge/experience with representing issuers or underwriters in securitizations and/or structured products</li><li>
Experience analyzing legal and regulatory issues in area of practice and provide effective counsel to clients on complex legal matters.</li><li>
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.</li><li>
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.</li><li>
Ability to work effectively in a complex environment with a high degree of collaboration.</li></ul>
Job Expectations:<ul><li>
Ability to travel up to 10% of the time</li></ul>
Pay Range 
 
Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to achievements, skills, experience, or work location. The range listed is just one component of the compensation package offered to candidates. 
$139,000.00 - $260,000.00 
Benefits
 
 
Wells Fargo provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, many of which are listed below. Visit Benefits - Wells Fargo Jobs for an overview of the following benefit plans and programs offered to employees.<ul><li>
Health benefits</li><li>
401(k) Plan</li><li>
Paid time off</li><li>
Disability benefits</li><li>
Life insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insurance</li><li>
Parental leave</li><li>
Critical caregiving leave</li><li>
Discounts and savings</li><li>
Commuter benefits</li><li>
Tuition reimbursement</li><li>
Scholarships for dependent children</li><li>
Adoption reimbursement</li></ul>
Posting End Date: 
9 Jan 2026 
<ul><li>Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
</li></ul> 
We Value Equal Opportunity 
 
Wells Fargo is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic. 
 
Employees support our focus on building strong customer relationships balanced with a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture which firmly establishes those disciplines as critical to the success of our customers and company. They are accountable for execution of all applicable risk programs (Credit, Market, Financial Crimes, Operational, Regulatory Compliance), which includes effectively following and adhering to applicable Wells Fargo policies and procedures, appropriately fulfilling risk and compliance obligations, timely and effective escalation and remediation of issues, and making sound risk decisions. There is emphasis on proactive monitoring, governance, risk identification and escalation, as well as making sound risk decisions commensurate with the business unit's risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements. 
 
Applicants with Disabilities 
 
To request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visit Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo . 
 
Drug and Alcohol Policy 
 
Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace. Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy to learn more. 
 
Wells Fargo Recruitment and Hiring Requirements: 
 
a. Third-Party recordings are prohibited unless authorized by Wells Fargo. 
 
b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.</div>

Senior Counsel - Senior AVP, Structured Products

Retail Industry Leaders Association

APPLY HERE: https://secure.builtapp.com/rila/jobs/e1f502dcAt the Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA), we convene decision-makers, advocate for the retail industry, and promote operational excellence and innovation. Our aim is bold but simple: to elevate a dynamic industry by transforming the environment in which retailers operate. We are a dynamic, collaborative, team-oriented trade association in Washington, DC. Our employees are passionate about customer service and supporting our members and each other, and we are adding to the team!Position Summary:The Vice President &amp; Assistant General Counsel reports directly to the RILA&rsquo;s General Counsel and is key to RILA&rsquo;s success, supporting our members&rsquo; in-house legal teams. The role&rsquo;s primary focus is to partner with senior in-house legal leaders at retail companies on SEC compliance, corporate finance, internal audit, enterprise risk, and CSR/ESG, drawing on deep knowledge of federal regulatory frameworks and public company governance. The ideal candidate brings experience advising sophisticated, multi-state or global consumer-facing businesses and is eager to apply that background in a trade association setting supporting the retail industry. In exchange, we will show you how rewarding trade association life can be when you work with smart corporate and outside counsel and with a collegial staff representing the retail industry while solving some of its most complex legal problems. The ideal candidate will have experience in two or more of the following areas:<ul><li>SEC - including corporate disclosures/filings, investor protection areas, insider trading policies, acting as corporate secretary or assistant corporate secretary</li><li>Corporate Finance and Payments &ndash; including retail financing structures, payments, related privacy and data security requirements</li><li>Internal Audit and Enterprise Risk&mdash;including controls used to support board and management oversight of enterprise-wide risk.</li><li>ESG/CSR &ndash; including California Climate Disclosure obligations and corporate rating systems, including MSCI, Sustainalytics, ISS ESG, CDP, and S&amp;P Global.</li></ul>Experience in-house on a national retail or retail-adjacent (CPG manufacturer, national restaurant chain, customer-facing businesses) legal team is required. We are looking for lawyers with experience leading teams within a legal department at the deputy general counsel, assistant general counsel, or equivalent level. This role requires working cross-functionally across RILA committees on topics that reach beyond the legal team, so a genuine interest in collaboration and an ability to bring people together in productive discussions are essential.RILA is a dynamic, collaborative, team-oriented organization with a fast-paced environment. RILA&rsquo;s Core Values:<ul><li>Integrity &ndash; Operate with the highest integrity and respect for each other and the brands we represent</li><li>Service &ndash; Delight members with service beyond their expectations</li><li>Change &ndash; Learn from experiences, adapt, and constantly improve</li><li>Team &ndash; Collaborate with one another to achieve more and celebrate wins together</li></ul>General Responsibilities: <ul><li>Convene and work directly with in-house counsel at the country&rsquo;s leading retailers to address newly emerging and intractable issues targeting the retail and other consumer-facing industries regarding the SEC, Corporate Finance &amp; Payments, Internal Audit &amp; Enterprise Risk, and ESG/CSR.</li><li>Lead the Legal Direct Reports (L2) Committee and engage with deputy GCs and senior legal in-house counsel.</li><li>Lead the Internal Audit Committee and engage with internal audit teams from retail members.</li><li>Develop materials and programming for the benefit of in-house retail members, including working with RILA colleagues to plan and execute the annual best-in-class Retail Law Conference.</li><li>Collaborate with RILA&rsquo;s Federal and State Government Affairs teams to develop and execute persuasive written and oral advocacy on key cross-functional issues (e.g., SEC regulations impacting public company retailers, proposed SEC climate disclosures, CA climate disclosures, regulations addressing retail financing or payments, etc.).</li><li>Build strategic partnerships and relationships, including with other trade associations, legal networks, and retail stakeholders, to build industry coalitions.</li><li>Work with internal partners and external experts to provide excellent member service, advice, and counsel to RILA members, including effectively managing outside counsel.</li><li>Perform other tasks and assist with special projects as assigned by RILA&rsquo;s President &amp; CEO, Sr EVP/General Counsel, and RILA executive staff.</li><li>Support RILA&rsquo;s Sr EVP/General Counsel in ensuring the legal integrity of the association by providing high-quality, practical, reliable legal, business, and policy advice and counsel to the RILA staff, Board of Directors, and its members.</li><li>Work with RILA senior leadership and RILA&rsquo;s Business Development Team to recruit committee sponsors and manage sponsor relationships to provide value to members and sponsors.</li><li>Co-manage, mentor, assist with professional development, and oversee the work quality of assigned support staff.</li></ul>Required Skills &amp; Experience:<ul><li>J.D. from an accredited law school and membership in at least one state bar.</li><li>At least 7 years of experience practicing law, with substantial time spent in-house with a legal department in a national retail, consumer product/goods, or consumer-facing business.</li><li>Experienced with facilitating and leading group discussions of sophisticated legal peers toward productive outcomes.</li><li>Enjoyment from finding connections and building bridges, thinking creatively, and finding business-friendly solutions to emerging retail issues.</li><li>Willingness to learn, lean in, recommend, and help implement solutions across the organization, even &ldquo;outside your lane.&rdquo;</li><li>Excellent legal analytical, organizational and writing skills, with a special talent for concise messaging.</li><li>A self-starter with strong project management skills.</li><li>Self-sufficient on a PC and with Microsoft technology. Bonus points for early-adopter tendencies with AI applications in a business or legal environment.</li><li>Bonus points for experience with federal regulatory and/or administrative bodies.</li><li>Bonus points for aptitude with the press and social media.</li></ul>Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Compensation:$180,000 - $200,000Benefits:<ul><li>Unlimited PTO + 12 federal holidays.</li><li>Generous family and parental leave policies.</li><li>Medical, dental, and vision coverage (FSA/HSA options available).</li><li>Employer-sponsored life insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, and mental wellness options.</li><li>401(k) retirement plan with potential employer match.</li><li>Professional development opportunities.</li><li>Team outings/gatherings.</li><li>Flexibility (including hybrid office schedule).</li></ul>RILA is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people of all backgrounds, genders, ethnicities, abilities, and sexual orientations to apply. We are committed to being an inclusive place to work, while maintaining a workforce that represents the communities we serve.Application Instructions:Apply via our recruiting portal here: https://secure.builtapp.com/rila/jobs/e1f502dc Learn more about us here: https://www.rila.org/about-rila/careersIn addition to your resume, please include a cover letter that explains the opportunities you see in this position, as well as your specific experience in the following: (1) leading executives to productive business solutions; (2) distilling complex legal issues into short, client-friendly summaries; and (3) leading/producing weekly or monthly updates &ndash; bonus points for including examples. We look forward to reviewing your information. Thank you!Pay: $180,000.00 - $200,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee assistance program</li><li>Flexible schedule</li><li>Flexible spending account</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Health savings account</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Parental leave</li><li>Professional development assistance</li><li>Retirement plan</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: Hybrid remote in Washington, DC 20003

Vice President & Assistant General Counsel

GE Aerospace

<div>
 
 Job Description Summary
 
 
 
 
 Job Description
 
 
 
 We are seeking a seasoned Litigation Counsel to lead a team of litigation attorneys in providing strategic direction across a broad portfolio of disputes including complex commercial litigation, product liability, corporate &amp; securities litigation, and cross-border arbitration. This is a highly visible role reporting to the VP &amp; Chief Counsel, Global Litigation &amp; Investigations and interacting regularly with GE Aerospace senior executives.
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Support the development and implementation of litigation strategies across various business units and jurisdiction
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 Manage active litigation in U.S. and international forums, including coordinating pleadings, discovery, motion practice, trials, appeals, and arbitrations.
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 Provide counsel to stakeholders and cross-functional teams on dispute resolution strategy, litigation risk, and legal exposure associated with key business initiative
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 Oversee internal litigation reporting, legal holds, and e-discovery protocols.
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 Supervise in-house litigation attorneys and support staff to ensure effective case management and team development. Work with outside counsel and legal vendors to ensure quality and cost-effective representation.
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 Track and assess legal and regulatory developments impacting the company&rsquo;s litigation profile, particularly in aerospace, defense, and high-risk jurisdictions.
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 Participate in corporate policy development and governance initiatives related to litigation, document retention, dispute resolution, and regulatory issues.
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 Support and lead initiatives to use artificial intelligence and other technologies to support the work of the legal team
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
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 JD from accredited U.S. law school
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 Minimum 12-15 years of litigation experience, with significant tenure at a top-tier law firm and/or in-house legal department
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 Licensed to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
 
 
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 Preferred Qualifications &amp; Attributes
 
 
 
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 Substantial experience handling complex commercial disputes, including contract disputes, trade secrets / intellectual property, and class actions.
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 Experience managing global litigation portfolios and/or complex commercial litigation matters.
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 Demonstrated leadership of significant litigation and arbitration matters.
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 Background in aerospace, defense, or other highly regulated industries a plus.
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 Strong executive presence, sound judgment, and ability to advise at the highest levels of the organization.
 
 
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 </ul>
 The salary pay range for this position is $285,000 - $320,000. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate&rsquo;s experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus and annual equity grants.
 
 
 GE provides a comprehensive benefits package that provides access to plans which support the overall wellbeing of our employees and their dependents. These benefits include, but are not limited to, healthcare coverage (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), a retirement plan that includes Company Retirement Savings and a 401K with Company matching, Life Insurance options, Disability coverage, Paid time-off, EAP, and more.
 
 
 Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.
 
 
 General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a &ldquo;Sponsor&rdquo;). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor&rsquo;s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
 
 
 GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
 
 
 GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
 
 
 
 Relocation Assistance Provided:
 
 Yes
</div>

Executive Counsel, Litigation

Pinao Consulting, LLC

<div>JOB DESCRIPTION:<div>
Pinao Consulting is seeking a Congressional Support Analyst / Management Analyst (Senior) to serve as senior advisor on legislative affairs; lead complex responses and briefings to external stakeholders. This role will provide a variety of high-level support and analysis to the F-35 JPO community by supporting the drafting, development, and coordination and preparation of staffing papers and packages in response to Congressional Staff and Congressional inquiries; providing quick turn analysis on F-35 programmatic/financial impacts of Congressional bills; and attending Congressional hearings and briefings with the F-35 staff.</div><div></div> 
DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:<ul><li>
Lead development of executive‑level briefings and formal replies to committees and staffers.</li><li>
Provide strategic counsel to JPO leadership on legislative risks/opportunities; advise on engagement strategies.</li><li>
Coordinate multi‑office inputs; ensure technical and financial elements are consistent and defensible.</li><li>
Mentor journeyman analysts; enforce quality standards and SLAs.</li></ul><div></div><div> 
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:</div><div></div><div> 
To be considered for this position, you must minimally meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below.</div><div></div><div> 
Skills / Qualifications:</div><ul><li>
Deep knowledge of DoD policy, appropriations/authorization processes, and Hill protocol.</li><li>
Senior‑level communication and negotiation.</li><li>
Experienced in Microsoft Office Suite</li></ul><div></div><div> 
Education:</div><ul><li>
Minimum Bachelors degree in related subject or discipline OR equivalent combination of education and work experience</li></ul><div></div><div> 
Security Clearance:</div><ul><li>
Must be a U.S. Citizen and hold a Secret Clearance</li></ul><div></div><div> 
Work Experience:</div><ul><li>
Minimum 10 years performing duties described in the description above; at least 5 years of experience working on or with Capitol Hill, in a legislative affairs or policy role within a federal agency, or in a government relations role, with a mix of government and defense or private sector experience.</li></ul><div></div><div> 
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:</div><div></div><div> 
Job Type: Full-time</div><div></div><div> 
Location: Arlington, VA OR Wright Patterson Air Force Base, OH</div><div></div><div> 
Salary: $115,000 &ndash; 120,000</div><div></div><div> 
EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled</div><div>
Pinao is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin.</div></div>

CONGRESSIONAL SUPPORT ANALYST/MANAGEMENT ANALYST (Senior) (Contingent)

Keller Postman LLC

<div>Keller Postman represents a broad array of clients in class and mass actions, individual arbitrations, and multidistrict litigation matters at the trial and appellate levels in federal and state courts. Serving hundreds of thousands of clients in litigation and arbitration, we have prosecuted high-profile mass tort, antitrust, privacy, product liability, employment, and consumer-rights cases. Our firm also acts as plaintiffs' counsel in high-stakes public-enforcement actions. Our mission is to achieve exceptional results for our clients, drive innovation in the practice of law, and pursue unparalleled excellence in everything we do.

Purpose: Keller Postman seeks a Senior Paralegal to support its practice of representing a broad array of clients as plaintiffs in complex litigation at the trial and appellate levels. The Senior Paralegal will be responsible for performing a variety of complex tasks in a fast-paced and demanding environment. Tasks and projects must be executed with a high level of attention to detail. The Senior Paralegal will spend approximately thirty percent of their time coordinating tasks and case assignments within an assigned practice area in addition to mentoring and training paralegals and legal assistants.

This a full-time, in-person position in our Chicago or Washington, D.C. office. The compensation range for this full-time position is $55/hour to $70/hour, plus a year-end discretionary bonus and benefits.

Essential Functions:
<ul>
<li>Coordinate and assign tasks to paralegals and legal assistants for cases within an assigned practice area.</li>
<li>Assist with training and development of legal support staff by coaching and mentoring to strengthen their skills and competencies.</li>
<li>Administratively manage all phases of litigation, including pleadings, motion practice, discovery, and appellate procedures.</li>
<li>Administratively manage all aspects of trials and hearings by preparing pretrial documents, managing trial transcripts, compiling, and tracking trial exhibits.</li>
<li>Assist with the preparation, filing, and organization of pleadings, briefs, appeals, and other legal documents using Microsoft Word, CM/ECF, Docket Bird, and other systems.</li>
<li>Conduct factual and legal research using Westlaw and other sources to organize for attorney use.</li>
<li>Cite-check legal documents to conform citations and authorities to Bluebook standards, Shepardize authorities, and verify the accuracy of quoted material and cited exhibits.</li>
<li>Organize and maintain case files, pleadings, expert materials, attorney notebooks, and other documents in hard copy and on electronic case-management systems, including NetDocuments.</li>
<li>Implement and manage organizational systems to maintain case calendars, pleadings, correspondence, and related case documents utilizing firm software.</li>
<li>Communicate with courts, outside counsel, clients, experts, and vendors when necessary.</li>
<li>Coordinate with other areas/departments within the firm to develop efficient procedures/communications to streamline processes.</li>
<li>Other duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>
Required Skills and Abilities:
<ul>
<li>Thorough understanding of litigation motion practice, discovery, arbitration, trial, and appellate procedures.</li>
<li>Demonstrated proficiency in Bluebook citation formatting and legal citation practices, with meticulous attention to detail in legal writing and document preparation.</li>
<li>Excellent organizational skills and high attention to detail.</li>
<li>Ability to coach and train others to develop their skills and strengthen the talent of the team.</li>
<li>Ability to function well in a fast-paced, high-volume, and demanding environment.</li>
<li>Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.</li>
<li>Excellent time-management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines and adapt to changing priorities.</li>
<li>Ability to maintain a thorough understanding of rules and procedures for various federal and state jurisdictions.</li>
<li>Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion and good judgment.</li>
<li>Ability to multi-task and work independently or as part of a team.</li>
<li>Skilled in managing complex litigation in multiple jurisdictions.</li>
<li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.</li>
</ul>
Education/Experience:
<ul>
<li>A minimum of 10 years of Paralegal experience required.</li>
<li>A minimum of 3 years of litigation experience strongly preferred.</li>
<li>Trial experience strongly preferred.</li>
<li>Experience mentoring and training junior-level legal support staff.</li>
<li>Experience using the federal courts' CM/ECF system, PACER, Bluebook, and Westlaw.</li>
<li>Associate's or bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred.</li>
</ul>
Certificates/Licenses Required:
<ul>
<li>An ABA-approved Paralegal certificate is preferred.</li>
</ul>
Language Ability:
<ul>
<li>Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English.</li>
</ul><div>
Keller Postman is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For California Applicants, please find our CRPA information here.</div></div>

Senior Paralegal

Hadrian

<div>
 
 Hadrian &mdash; Manufacturing the Future
 
 
 
 Hadrian is building autonomous factories that help aerospace and defense companies manufacture rockets, satellites, jets, and ships up to
 
 10x faster and 2x cheaper
 
 . By combining advanced software, robotics, and full-stack manufacturing, we&rsquo;re reinventing how America produces its most critical parts.
 
 
 We recently raised a
 
 $260M Series C
 
 to accelerate this mission. Our new
 
 270,000 sq. ft. Mesa, AZ factory
 
 will create hundreds of new jobs and expand Hadrian&rsquo;s ability to deliver at scale. Backed by
 
 Lux Capital, Founders Fund, and Andreessen Horowitz
 
 , we&rsquo;re building a cornerstone of America&rsquo;s industrial future.
 
 
 
 The Role
 
 
 
 Hadrian is seeking a
 
 Legal Counsel, Government Contracts
 
 to lead legal strategy and support for all aspects of our federal and defense contracting operations. You will ensure compliance with U.S. procurement and export control regulations while partnering with internal teams to deliver on mission-critical programs.
 
 
 
 What You&rsquo;ll Do
 
 
 
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 <li>
 Be a key founding member of the Hadrian Legal Team.
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 Support Federal Sales team to efficiently capture new contracts, grow existing contracts, and set up follow-on opportunities for future contracts. Assist in the strategy development for new business, including overseeing and evaluating major proposals and white papers with the Federal Sales team.
 </li>
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 Manage relationships with procurement office representatives at Government agencies. High-trust professional relationships with Government contracting and procurement offices are critical to Hadrian&rsquo;s continued success, and you will be called upon to develop and foster these relationships throughout your tenure.
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 Provide legal counsel and day-to-day management of the entire acquisitions lifecycle - scoping, drafting, negotiations and execution. Lead or assist in key negotiations, resolve performance issues, identify risks and mitigations, and ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and policies.
 </li>
 <li>
 Develop software contracting approaches for delivering software to the Department of Defense and negotiate those agreements with contracting officers and program counsel.
 </li>
 <li>
 Manage end-to-end government contract lifecycles &mdash; scoping, drafting, negotiation, and execution.
 </li>
 <li>
 Advise leadership on FAR/DFARS, ITAR, and export control requirements.
 </li>
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 Support proposal, pricing, and program management teams to ensure compliance readiness.
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 <li>
 Lead audits, investigations, and mandatory disclosures.
 </li>
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 Develop and maintain government contract templates, clause libraries, and workflows.
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 Partner with agencies and outside counsel on contracting issues and disputes.
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 Deliver training and compliance programs for government contracting and ethics.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 What We&rsquo;re Looking For
 
 
 
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 <li>
 J.D. from an accredited law school; active bar membership.
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 8&ndash;12 years of government contracts experience in aerospace, defense, or advanced manufacturing.
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 Deep understanding of FAR/DFARS, ITAR, and export controls.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong record managing compliance programs and contract disputes.
 </li>
 <li>
 U.S. citizenship required (ITAR).
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Compensation
 
 
 
 For this role, the target salary range is
 
 $256,000
 
 -
 
 $305,000
 
 (actual range may vary based on experience).
 
 
 This is the lowest to highest salary we reasonably and in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee's pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors, including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.
 
 
 
 Benefits
 
 
 
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 <li>
 100% coverage of medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for employees
 </li>
 <li>
 401(k)
 </li>
 <li>
 Relocation stipend for out-of-area hires
 </li>
 <li>
 Flexible vacation policy
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 ITAR Requirements
 
 
 
 To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain authorization from the U.S. Department of State.
 
 
 
 Equal Opportunity Employment
 
 
 
 Hadrian provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race (inclusive of traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by law.
 
 
 We also make reasonable accommodations for qualified candidates and employees with disabilities, including those related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.
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Legal Counsel, Government Contracts

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