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Employment Attorney (Counseling + Litigation)
Location: On-site preferred (with some flexibility) β Seattle, WA
Practice Area: Employment Law (Employer-Side)
Seniority: Mid- to Senior-Level (5+ years)
About the Opportunity
Direct Counsel is seeking an Employment Attorney to join a business-focused, full-service law firm serving small to mid-size businesses.
The firm was founded by former big-law attorneys who wanted to build a practice centered on high-quality legal work, collaboration, and sustainable workβlife balance. The firm now offers integrated services across:
- Business / Corporate
- Employment
- Litigation
- Tax
- Estate Planning / Probate
The culture is collegial, supportive, and in-office, with a strong emphasis on mentorship and long-term professional growth.
Position Overview
This role is ideal for an attorney who enjoys both employment counseling and litigation. The attorney will step into an established employer-side employment practice, inheriting work from a senior attorney approaching retirement.
The position includes a mix of:
- Day-to-day employment counseling and policy work for employers
- Employment litigation and administrative matters when disputes arise
The attorney will work directly with business clients, providing practical legal guidance and representation.
Key Responsibilities
Employment Counseling
- Advise employers on hiring, discipline, termination, leave issues, and accommodations
- Draft and update employee handbooks, policies, and employment agreements
- Provide compliance guidance under federal, state, and local employment laws
Employment Litigation
- Handle or supervise litigation matters, including:
- Discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wrongful termination claims
- Wage-and-hour disputes and statutory claims
- Administrative charges and agency proceedings (EEOC and state agencies)
Client & Firm Collaboration
- Collaborate with attorneys across business and litigation practices
- Support ongoing client relationships and contribute to practice growth over time
Qualifications
- 5+ years of employer-side employment-law experience
- Strong background in employment counseling, policy development, and compliance
- Experience handling or materially contributing to employment litigation
- Ability to manage matters independently while working collaboratively
- Excellent research, writing, and advocacy skills
- Admission (or ability to become admitted) in Washington State
Work Environment & Expectations
Billable Hours
- Target of approximately 1,600 billable hours annually
- Emphasis on sustainable workloads and balance
Culture
- Collaborative, in-person environment
- Strong mentorship and partner accessibility
- Focus on long-term careers, not churn
Schedule
- Attorneys are generally in the office most days
- Some remote flexibility (e.g., one day per week) after onboarding
- More in-office presence expected initially
Compensation
- Base salary range: $140,000 β $220,000, depending on experience, skills, and level of independence in both counseling and litigation
- Bonus opportunities may be available based on performance
- Benefits package includes health insurance, retirement benefits, and paid time off
Overview
Whistler Partners is partnering with to hire its first senior legal leader β a Head of Legal with the opportunity to step into a General Counsel title for the right candidate.
Owner provides a suite of tools designed to help local restaurant owners increase sales and strengthen their online presence. From mobile ordering and customer rewards to digital growth infrastructure, the platform empowers independent restaurants to compete and win. As the business expands product surfaces, navigates regulatory complexity, and enters increasingly strategic partnerships, legal leadership is now mission-critical.
This is a foundational hire at a high-growth, mission-driven SaaS company.
Why this role?
This is not an incremental legal hire. It's a build-from-zero seat.
You will own the full legal stack β corporate, compliance, employment, IP, litigation, regulatory, and commercial β and serve as a strategic partner to the executive team. You won't inherit a pre-built function. You'll architect it.
Success in this role means:
- Building scalable systems from ambiguity
- Knowing when to leverage outside counsel β and when to move internally
- Acting as DRI on the company's most sensitive initiatives
- Helping leadership move faster while strengthening risk discipline
The title is flexible and may include General Counsel for the right candidate.
This is ideal for a builder who wants true ownership, executive visibility, and the opportunity to shape Legal at a scaling technology company from day one.
Key Responsibilities
- Partner closely with Engineering, Product & Design, GTM, People, Finance, Ops, and the Executive team
- Act as strategic advisor to the CEO on negotiations, disputes, and sensitive matters
- Build and scale Owner's Legal function as its first full-time legal hire
- Serve as DRI on litigation strategy, regulatory posture, and complex commercial agreements
- Partner with Product and Engineering to ensure new products and pricing models are built with compliance and risk minimization in mind
- Design scalable systems across contracting, compliance, governance, privacy, employment, and IP
- Manage outside counsel across corporate, regulatory, employment, and litigation matters
- Support fundraising, board matters, corporate governance, and investor communications
- Proactively identify legal risk areas and implement preventive frameworks
About You
- 8β10+ years of legal experience across law firm and in-house environments
- Broad, "full-stack" experience across commercial, corporate, compliance, IP, employment, and litigation oversight
- Builder mentality β energized by creating structure from scratch
- Strong executive presence and business judgment
- Comfortable operating in fast-moving, ambiguous environments
- Able to partner closely with product and engineering teams
- Motivated to scale and eventually build a Legal team
Compensation
$250,000 β $325,000
Owner is open to increased compensation at the General Counsel level and may stretch beyond the posted range for the right candidate.
Perks
Comprehensive health coverage, Bay Area-based remote flexibility, unlimited PTO, and additional growth-stage benefits.
Interested?
This search is being led by Wolf at Whistler Partners. Please contact them for a confidential conversation.
About Whistler Partners
Matchmakers, Not Headhunters
Whistler Partners is a boutique matchmaking firm focused on counseling the best and the brightest attorneys over the course of their careers. We believe that the right move comes from working closely with talent to curate their long-term career paths. When it comes to career advice, what matters is not the size of the agency but the strength of your individual recruiter.
We readily admit that we are elite and only work with the best β after all, a little elitism is okay when it comes to your career. Employers love us because we are picky about whom we represent, and attorneys love us because we get them their dream jobs.
Legal Counsel Position with the Worldβs Leading Biomedical Research Agency (Hybrid)
Garrison has been exclusively engaged by the Foundation for the National Institutes of Health (FNIH), a Maryland non-profit which works with its partners to accelerate biomedical research and strategies against diseases and health concerns in the U.S. and across the globe, to recruit a new Legal Counsel for their small, highly collegial Legal Department. This new hire will have a diverse and challenging legal portfolio and be part of an organization with an excellent work-life balance.
You will support a range of internal clients, including Population Health Science, Research Partnerships, Strategic Alliances, Finance, Communications, and Operations, as well as external stakeholders, including foundations, associations, corporations, and universities to drive innovation and biomedical discovery. Primary Responsibilities: Drafting and negotiating donor agreements, grant agreements, services agreements, research collaboration agreements, data sharing agreements and confidentiality agreements; providing support on regulatory filings and compliance obligations; handling data privacy, government contracting, financial sanctions, legal operations, and knowledge management; and supporting outside counsel on employment, international law, IP, and real estate issues.
Candidates must have 5+ years of legal experience, which includes drafting and negotiating technology/commercial agreements in addition to regulatory counseling and compliance. FNIH is open to candidates coming from a law firm, non-profit, or biotech/pharma company.
Selling Points: Join a legal team of five (including a peer Counsel who we placed in 2025). FNIH offers a compensation package aligned with other non-profits, an exceptional benefits package (e.g., 100% medical/dental/vision for the employee and a 403(b) contribution up to 8%), reasonable hours (8:30am-5:30pm with no weekends), and hybrid schedule (6 days/month).
If youβre excited about the prospect of providing legal counsel to an organization dedicated to improving health for individuals and families worldwide who are affected by disease and disability β from Alzheimerβs disease to cancer to malaria, please contact us for more information.
Our client in Houston, Texas has an immediate opening for an Assistant General Counsel on a direct hire basis.
Company Profile:
Education Industry
Great Organization
Excellent benefits
Assistant General Counsel Role:
The Assistant General Counsel will assist in providing general legal services to all constituencies, including senior administrators, faculty, and staff.
Handle a wide range of legal inquiries from various departments.
Work directly with administrators and faculty to draft, review, and revise purchase agreements, license agreements, inter-local agreements, sponsored research agreements, construction agreements, and other contracts.
Draft responses representing the official legal position on matters before enforcement agencies or other adjudicatory entities.
Oversee timely and appropriate responses to requests for records and other information, including compliance with the Texas Public Information Act, the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, and subpoenas.
Support the development and maintenance of a climate that encourages and respects full participation.
Assist in the development and revision of policies, procedures, and forms to ensure compliance with applicable laws.
Represent the OGC at administrative proceedings before external state agencies and in investigations related to disciplinary matters, complaints, internal grievances, and internal termination hearings.
Conduct legal research, analysis, and draft legal memoranda.
Draft correspondence and reports on behalf of the OGC.
Serve as the liaison with outside counsel in both litigation and non-litigation matters.
Stay informed on legal and regulatory developments at the federal, state, and local levels.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Assistant General Counsel Background Profile:
Juris Doctorate from an American Bar Association accredited law school
Valid license to practice law in Texas
Minimum 1 years of relevant experience
In-depth understanding of Federal, State, Local, and County laws
Familiarity with organizational policies, procedures, and practices
Knowledge of compliance policies, procedures, and their implementation
Proficient in Westlaw and LexisNexis a plus
Experience with general web-based research tools
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office
Excellent analytical skills
Ability to solve problems and make decisions effectively
Ability to multitask and manage time efficiently
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Capable of providing legal advice and services
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and take initiative when necessary
Sound judgment, integrity, and a high level of discretion
Features and Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision paid 100% for employee
Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. The client cannot sponsor any visas.
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Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney (Federal & Nat'l Counsel) - Mainline, Philadelphia, PA
2 Jobs available! - Junior and Mid-Senior Level!
Boutique Main Line Law Firm | Fortune 500 Transportation Clients
Haverford, PA (Philadelphia Main Line) | Flexible / Hybrid (3 days in/2 out)
Job Type: Direct Hire | Full-Time | Permanent
Experience: 1β2+ Years OR 3-5+ Years | Commercial Litigation (Federal Preferred)
Practice Area: Federal / Commercial Litigation (National Counsel Focus)
Our client, a boutique litigation law firm located in Haverford on the Philadelphia Main Line, is seeking a sharp junior Litigation Associate Attorney with 1β2+ years of experience AND a mid-senor level litigation lawyer with 3-5+ years of experience to support complex federal and commercial litigation matters. This is a hands-on role with meaningful responsibility early, working on sophisticated disputes for Fortune 500 transportation clients with matters that can involve cutting-edge legal issues. Federal and national litigation experience is strongly preferred. NOT insurance defense. Reasonable billables around 1,800 hours/year that includes plaintiff, flat-fee, and billable.
Key Responsibilities
β’ Develop and execute strategic case plans through detailed legal and factual analysis
β’ Draft, review, and file pleadings, motions, discovery materials, and legal memoranda
β’ Manage written discovery, including discovery disputes and case development
β’ Take and defend depositions; prepare witnesses and support hearings as needed
β’ Appear in court for hearings and proceedings, primarily in federal court settings
β’ Collaborate closely with clients and co-counsel to align on national litigation strategy
β’ Research and apply federal law to a range of disputes, including transportation and construction-related matters
β’ Provide practical guidance to help clients mitigate risk and resolve complex legal issues
β’ Stay current on federal litigation developments and emerging issues impacting active matters
β’ Support client relationship-building through clear, professional communication
Qualifications
β’ J.D. (Juris Doctor) from an ABA-accredited law school
β’ Active bar license in good standing (Pennsylvania, NJ a plus)
β’ 1β2+ years (OR 3-5+ years) of commercial litigation experience; federal litigation strongly preferred
β’ Strong legal research, analysis, and writing skills with high-quality work product
β’ Confident oral advocacy skills (or a demonstrated desire to grow quickly with real reps)
β’ Ability to manage matters independently with strong organization and follow-through
β’ Collaborative, team-oriented mindset with a client-service approach
β’ Interest in learning transportation law and related subject matter (prior experience not required)
Compensation & Benefits
β’ Competitive compensation (commensurate with experience) - 120k+ for junior, 150k+ for mid-level
β’ Bonus and annual raises
β’ Flexible work environment (hybrid/flexible scheduling) UP to 2 days out.
β’ Supportive, collegial team with strong training and growth runway
β’ High-level case exposure with national counsel-style responsibility
Why Apply: This is an excellent opportunity for either aa junior litigator or a more senior litigator who wants sophisticated federal work, early responsibility, and the chance to grow quickly in a boutique environment supporting major national clients. For confidential consideration, please apply directly and contact James Welch (Robert Half Legal) at and please include your current city, state, and zip code where you reside, along with a reliable telephone number and email address.
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Overview
Whistler Partners is partnering with a nationally recognized Financial Services practice seeking a Banking Regulatory Senior Counsel (10+ years) to join its platform.
This is a highly selective hire within a sophisticated regulatory team advising banks, fintechs, and financial institutions on complex federal and state banking matters. The group is open to candidates coming from law firms, government agencies, or in-house roles, provided they bring deep subject-matter expertise in banking regulation.
Why this role?
This is a strategic senior-level seat within a respected financial services practice. The ideal candidate will combine strong technical banking regulatory experience with the ability to engage meaningfully with clients and regulators.
While some business development aptitude is preferred, a significant portable book is not required. The firm is focused on adding high-caliber regulatory talent who can deepen the platformβs capabilities across chartering, payments, enforcement, and capital requirements.
For experienced regulatory lawyers looking for a strong institutional platformβwith room to build, advise, and leadβthis is a compelling opportunity.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead national and state bank charter applications and regulatory approval processes.
- Advise on payments systems and CFPB-related regulatory frameworks.
- Counsel on consumer protection laws applicable to banks and financial institutions.
- Manage and advise on bank M&A transactions, ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Navigate bank enforcement matters, including escalation, resolution, and appeals before federal banking agencies.
- Provide guidance on financial privacy and cybersecurity compliance.
- Advise on bank capital requirements and related strategic considerations.
- Oversee compliance with vendor management and third-party risk regulations.
- Counsel clients on permitted banking activities and investment authority.
- Liaise with federal and state regulatory bodies as needed.
Top Requirements
- 10+ years of substantive experience in banking regulation, finance, or lending.
- Deep knowledge of federal and state banking laws and regulatory frameworks.
- Experience obtaining bank charters and interfacing with federal banking agencies.
- Familiarity with CFPB rules, enforcement processes, capital requirements, and vendor oversight.
- Background at a law firm, regulatory agency, or in-house financial institution.
- Business development aptitude preferred (significant portables not required).
- Strong judgment, communication skills, and client-facing presence.
Compensation
- $350,000-$425,000 base salary
TL;DR
Senior banking regulatory role (10+ years) advising on charters, payments, enforcement, capital, and bank M&A. Open to firm, government, or in-house talent. $300Kβ$325K base with strong platform support.
Open to other locations including New York, Chicago, Bay Area, Dallas and others.
About Whistler Partners
Matchmakers, Not Headhunters
Whistler Partners is a boutique matchmaking firm focused on counseling the best and the brightest attorneys over the course of their careers. We believe that the right move comes from working closely with talent to curate their long-term career paths. When it comes to career advice, what matters is not the size of the agency but the strength of your individual recruiter.
We readily admit that we are elite and only work with the best β after all, a little elitism is okay when it comes to your career. Employers love us because we are picky about whom we represent, and attorneys love us because we get them their dream jobs.
Real Estate Counsel
Location: Houston
Salary: $200,000 - $220,000 + bonus
Piper Maddox are supporting our client as they hire a Transactional Counsel based in Houston to play a central role in expanding their portfolio of land for energy assets across the US. As one of the nations leading land owners and capital providers, this platform are incredibly successful and marks a period of continued growth within the business.
As a Transactional Counsel you will lead on closing large land deals across the US. Supporting the various divisions within the business (finance, development, asset management etc.) you will have real impact on the platform. This role is perfect for an experience attorney with an deep understanding of real estate transactions and ideally development projects.
What you will do:
- Prepare, review, and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements, including real estate purchase and sale agreements, vendor and service contracts, NDAs, and licensing arrangements.
- Support due diligence efforts and corporate transactions, assisting with document review, issue identification, and transaction execution.
- Provide legal guidance to business development teams to ensure initiatives align with company policies, contractual standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Conduct legal research and analysis on contract interpretation, corporate governance matters, and compliance obligations.
- Partner with cross-functional teams (finance, operations, procurement) to streamline transaction processes and ensure timely execution.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a true industry leader as they continue to scale their platform. With over $1bl in capital deployed, and another $500mm raised recently, they are playing a key role in the clean energy push.
Labor Counsel
Montefiore is seeking a Labor Counsel to represent Montefiore and assist with the administration of collective bargaining agreements.
The successful candidate will have a proven track record in labor relations, including extensive experience in handling arbitrations and responding to labor charges. The candidate will be well-versed in local, state, and federal employment and labor laws.
Must have the ability to work independently, establish and maintain working relationships, and interpret complex rules, contracts, arbitration awards, and other official mandates.
Essential Functions
- Providing advice regarding administration of collective bargaining agreements
- Negotiating and/or providing legal advice regarding collective bargaining agreements
- Handling labor arbitrations (including arbitration preparation and hearing)
- Must have first-chair experience in arbitration hearings, including appearing before an arbitrator, interviewing witnesses, and serving as lead counsel at arbitration hearings
- Responding to charges filed with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB)
- Handling unfair labor practice charges before the NLRB
- Representing management in NLRB elections
- Investigating and researching labor-related matters, grievances, and related issues
- Interpreting and providing advice regarding administration of collective bargaining agreements, rules, and policies
- Drafting and conducting trainings
Qualifications
- JD required
- 4β6 years of labor and employment law experience preferred
- Law degree
- Demonstrated experience as first chair in arbitration hearings in a union Setting
- Direct involvement in NLRB matters
Location: Yonkers, NY
Work Schedule: MON-FRI, 8:30 AM-5 PM
Salary Range: $168,000.00-$210,000.00
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Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of Montefiore Einstein. We are committed to recruiting and creating an environment in which associates feel empowered to thrive and be their authentic selves through our inclusive culture. We welcome your interest and invite you to join us.
Montefiore Einstein is an equal employment opportunity employer. Montefiore Einstein will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, layoff and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to their race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, gender, actual or presumed disability, history of disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status, or partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Our client β a NJ-headquartered family office focused on the development and management of millions of square feet of industrial, commercial, and residential properties and land development sites nationwide β is seeking to hire its first in-house lawyer. This newly created role will serve as the companyβs de facto Head of Legal and primary legal advisor across the organization. The ideal candidate is a pragmatic, business-minded attorney with at least five years of experience handling real estate matters, including leasing, financing, and land use and zoning issues, and with working familiarity in areas such as taxation, corporate governance, and employment law. Given the breadth of the remit, this role is particularly well suited to a strong generalist with prior in-house experience or a law firm attorney ready to take on broader ownership and responsibility. The successful candidate will lead the legal function and work closely with the companyβs President, senior leadership, and operating teams, while also managing relationships with outside counsel, lenders, joint-venture partners, and other counterparties. The organization offers a highly collaborative culture, meaningful autonomy, strong work-life balance, and long-term stability.
β’ Base salary of $150K β 250K depending on experience, plus eligibility for discretionary cash bonus.
Responsibilities:
β’ Draft, review, and negotiate commercial and other real estate leases;
β’ Oversee land use matters, including zoning, site planning, and related regulatory and political considerations;
β’ Support real estate financing transactions and assist in developing and refining the companyβs debt and capital strategies;
β’ Advise on taxation matters, including issues involving U.S. owners of foreign corporations, in coordination with external tax advisors;
β’ Serve as a legal liaison between U.S. headquarters and the management of a European holding company;
β’ Partner with the controller and financial leadership to assess legal and business risk and develop mitigation strategies;
β’ Handle corporate governance matters, including entity management, regulatory filings, and ongoing compliance;
β’ Provide legal guidance to an affiliated charitable foundation on nonprofit governance and compliance matters;
β’ Support select corporate, transactional, and commercial agreements outside of core real estate work;
β’ Assist with employment, HR, and litigation matters as needed, primarily through oversight and coordination with outside counsel;
β’ Manage relationships with external counsel and collaborate with cross-functional teams on legal and business initiatives; and
β’ Advise on day-to-day operational and strategic matters as they arise.
Required Qualifications:
β’ J.D. from a top-tier law school;
β’ Licensed and in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar;
β’ At least five years of relevant experience, ideally gained at a top law firm and/or a sophisticated in-house legal department (prior in-house experience strongly preferred);
β’ Strong working knowledge of real estate law, particularly leasing, land use and zoning, and financing (borrower-side experience preferred);
β’ Demonstrated experience drafting and negotiating lease agreements;
β’ Working familiarity with U.S. tax law and comfort collaborating with specialist advisors;
β’ Experience representing family offices or closely held businesses is a plus;
β’ Excellent judgment and communication skills, with the ability to translate legal issues into practical, business-oriented advice; and
β’ Strong organizational and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
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Senior Employment Litigation Counsel - REMOTE - CA Bar
A nationally respected management-side labor and employment law platform is seeking an experienced Employment Litigation attorney (7+ years) to join them as Remote Senior Attorney/Counsel supporting a dedicated Professional Employer Organization (PEO) client and its carrier in Northern California.
This non-partner-track role is designed for a senior attorney who enjoys owning day-to-day litigation, delivering consistent, high-quality service to a sophisticated client, and practicing law at a high level β without business development pressure.
The Role
You will manage a high-volume employment litigation docket from inception through resolution, serving as a primary point of contact for the PEO client, its customers, and the insurer. The practice is largely focused on administrative charges, attorney demand letters, and single-plaintiff employment litigation, with potential exposure to class actions and PAGA matters.
While the platform is remote, this role requires regular in-person advocacy. Candidates must be comfortable and available for court appearances, depositions, mediations, hearings, and trials, with some travel as needed in Northern California.
Key Responsibilities
- Handle employment matters end-to-end, including EPLI-covered claims
- Develop case strategy and manage matters independently
- Draft and review pleadings, motions, and discovery
- Take and defend depositions
- Represent clients in hearings, conferences, mediations, and trials
- Supervise and mentor attorneys and legal staff
- Collaborate closely with partners, associates, paralegals, and shared support teams
- Maintain proactive communication with the PEO client and insurance carrier
Qualifications
- JD from an ABA-accredited law school
- 7+ years of employment law and litigation experience
- Active California bar admission (required)
- Experience appearing regularly in court and handling in-person proceedings
- Ability to manage a high-volume docket independently
Preferred Experience
- Prior law firm experience
- Experience working with PEOs
- EPLI matters and insurer relationships
- Comfort working in a remote environment while supporting in-person litigation needs
Why This Opportunity
- Remote platform with meaningful flexibility, and negotiable billable hours target
- No business development or book-of-business expectations
- Dedicated, long-term client relationship (not rotating matters)
- Sophisticated employment litigation work
- Collaborative, service-driven environment with strong internal support
Location Requirement:
Remote and based in Northern California. Candidates should be able to make in-person court appearances and related proceedings as needed.
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Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
e.l.f. Beauty, Inc. stands with every eye, lip, face and paw. Our deep commitment to clean, cruelty free beauty at an incredible value has fueled the success of our flagship brand e.l.f. Cosmetics since 2004 and driven our portfolio expansion. Today, our multi-brand portfolio includes e.l.f. Cosmetics, e.l.f. SKIN, pioneering clean beauty brand Well People, Keys Soulcare, a groundbreaking lifestyle beauty brand created with Alicia Keys, Naturium, high-performance, biocompatible, clinically-effective and accessible skin care, and our newest brand, rhode, a line of curated skincare essentials, formulated for a variety of skin types and needs with high performance ingredients, it's a daily routine that nourishes your skin barrier over time.
In our Fiscal year 25, we had net sales of $1 Billion and our business performance has been nothing short of extraordinary with 28 consecutive quarters of net sales growth. We are the #2 mass cosmetics brand in the US and are the fastest growing mass cosmetics brand among the top 5. Our total compensation philosophy offers every full-time new hire competitive pay and benefits, bonus eligibility (200% of target over the last six fiscal years), equity, flexible time off, year-round half-day Fridays, and a hybrid 3 day in office, 2 day at home work environment. We believe the combination of our unique culture, total compensation, workplace flexibility and care for the team is unmatched across not just beauty but any industry.
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e.l.f. Beauty, Inc. is currently looking for a Corporate Counsel to join our dynamic, high-growth beauty company and be a key partner in our small but growing legal department.
This role will be responsible for providing legal advice and support to all aspects of the e.l.f. Beauty business and all the e.l.f. Beauty brands. This role is a true generalist, with the opportunity to collaborate across the entire organization and support cross functional teams that align with the candidateβs areas of expertise and interest and the opportunity to learn, grow, and step into new areas as business needs evolve.
Proximity to one of our offices located in Oakland, CA or New York, NY is preferred but we will consider candidates near our Los Angeles, CA offices and remote candidates as well.
Responsibilities:
- Provide day-to-day legal advice across the entire organization and partner with cross-functional teams to provide practical, risk-based legal guidance
- Review, draft, and negotiate a variety of agreements, including vendor agreements, services agreements, retailer agreements, distribution agreements, marketing agreements, etc.
- Assist with public company legal matters, including support for SEC filings, earnings-related disclosures, and governance documentation
- Draft, review, and advise on external disclosures, statements, and communications, including website terms, privacy notices, marketing disclosures, consumer-facing disclosures, and other public or third-party materials
- Support M&A and other strategic initiatives, including diligence, transaction support, and post-closing integration
- Draft and help maintain internal policies, legal templates, playbooks, and processes to promote efficiency and consistency
- Support legal compliance initiatives, including internal training, policy development, and issue spotting
- Stay current on developments in the law and proactively flag issues or opportunities for the business
- Support additional legal and cross-functional initiatives as needed to meet evolving business needs, consistent with the individualβs expertise, experience, and areas of interest
- J.D. degree with an active law license and a current member of a state bar
- 5+ years of law firm and/or in-house counsel experience. Some law firm experience is preferred.
- Sound legal and business judgment
- A solutions-oriented mindset with ability to think strategically and creatively to resolve matters effectively and efficiently
- Comfortable making risk-based decisions in a fast-moving environment
- Ability to build strong collaborative relationships across departments and team members
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, take ownership of assignments, and adhere to deadlines
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to communicate legal concepts clearly to non-legal audiences
- Self-motivated with exceptional attention to detail
- Willingness to assist, when and where needed
- Willingness to learn new skills and stretch beyond current comfort areas
- Experience within the beauty/cosmetics/skincare industry or consumer products industry desirable but not required
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this position. It also reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified, and shall not be considered, as detailed description of all the work required inherent in the job. It is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, and it is subject to changes and exceptions at the supervisors' discretion.
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SUMMARY:
The Labor & Employment Counsel provides direct legal and strategic support to the Providence Public School District (PPSD) on all matters related to labor and employment law, collective bargaining, and employee relations. Working under the direction of the Executive Director of Labor Relations and Employee Services, this position plays a critical role in negotiating, interpreting, and enforcing collective bargaining agreements; representing the district in administrative and arbitration proceedings; and providing day-to-day legal guidance on labor and personnel matters to school and central office administrators.
The Counsel ensures that labor and employment practices across the district are compliant, equitable, and aligned with the districtβs mission to recruit, support, and retain world-class educators and staff.
Qualifications - Required:
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
- Admission to the Rhode Island Bar (or eligibility for immediate admission upon hire).
- Extensive knowledge of state and federal employment and labor laws, including collective bargaining statutes.
- Exceptional legal writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with unionized employee groups.
- Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive matters with discretion.
Qualifications - Preferred:
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace.
- Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in labor and employment law, preferably within the public or education sector.
- Experience negotiating and administering collective bargaining agreements.
- Experience conducting arbitration or administrative hearings.
- Demonstrated success working in a collaborative, problem-solving environment.
- Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Full job description and list of duties/responsibilities at:
A fast-growing, international FinTech is looking to expand their legal team by adding an Assistant General Counsel. This company works with some of the most successful financial firms, providing a SaaS product that ensures regulatory compliance. The team is experiencing great growth - over 275% revenue growth in the past 3 years. The Chief Legal Officer is looking to add a second legal hire; this is a great opportunity to get in with a growing team early and partner directly with the CLO.
This role is a hybrid position based out of NYC or Arlington, VA
Responsibilities:
- Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements including:
- SaaS
- Software licensing
- NDAs
- Vendor
- Partnership
- Work cross functionally with different business units in a collaborative and advisory manner
- Support legal operations as company is rapidly growing
- Work directly with Chief Legal Officer
- Handle ad hoc legal matters that arise, i.e. M&A, corporate governance, data privacy, IP, and more
Requirements:
- JD from accredited law school
- 2+ years of in-house experience at a technology company
- Outbound/vendor side SaaS negotiating experience is a must
- Ability to handle high volume of commercial contracts
- Strength working cross functionally and partnering with different business units
- 3 days a week in NYC of Arlington, VA office
If of interest, please don't hesitate to apply!
Our client, a well-established European based technology and manufacturing company, is seeking to hire a Corporate Counsel to support their supply chain function for all business units in North America. The ideal attorney candidate will have 3+ years of experience in commercial contract drafting and negotiation. Experience with supply chain matters is a plus!
Primary responsibilities include advising on legal issues related to subcontracts and supply contracts, project procurement, non-disclosure agreements, transportation agreements, warehousing agreements, and consulting agreements. The hired attorney must have the ability to work as part of a multi-office, global team is essential, along with a strong business acumen and aptitude to excel in a fast-paced organization is essential.
This is a unique opportunity be part of a company that is a global technology and environmental leader in multiple industries, and one that is focused on developing and scaling breakthrough technology and processes. A competitive compensation package is offered. The company prefers local candidates but will also consider a relocation package for a strong out-of-state candidate. The organization offers a hybrid work schedule β 3 days in office, 2 days remote.
For consideration, please contact (for a full listing of our open positions, please visit ).
We are working with an expanding Houston-based litigation boutique, a recent spin-off from a national AmLaw firm, that seeks a Senior Associate/Counsel with (10+) years of experience who handles complex commercial litigation and thrives in a flat, non-hierarchical environment.
The successful candidate will lead case strategy, draft and argue substantive pre-trial motions, conduct high-stakes depositions, and have experience in mixed litigation.
The firm offers the challenging, high-impact work of a national firm in an agile, ego-free culture of like-minded professionals, along with competitive pay and a collegial, collaborative environment.
Rare opportunity for a seasoned litigator, and the firm is ready to hire.
Our client, a fast-growing AI company utilizing the latest technology in supporting the aerospace and defense industries has exclusively engaged us to identify an Associate General Counsel, Government Contracts to join its growing legal team. Qualified candidates will have 10+ years of experience with government contracts and a deep working knowledge of FARS/DFARs, negotiating, advising on both prime contracts and subcontracts, as well as understanding of government contracting principles.
This is an excellent ground floor opportunity with a growing company at the beginning of building out a legal team. Candidates coming from either a law firm or in-house environment will be considered. The role includes competitive compensation (including equity) and full corporate benefits. Note that the hire is expected to be in office β either in LA or DC. For immediate consideration, please apply here or submit your resume to (for a complete listing of our job posts, please visit us at ).
Role Profile: Associate or Deputy General Counsel β U.S. Retail Brokerage Operations
Location: Hybrid in New York City or Miami; will consider remote for the right candidate
Who Are We?
Howden is a collectiveβa group of talented and passionate people all around the world. Together, we have pushed the boundaries of insurance, united by a shared passion and no-limits mindset.
Our strength lies in our ability to collaborate as a powerful international team comprised of 18,000 employees spanning over 100 countries. Our people are our biggest asset as well as our largest shareholder group, and they are everything that makes us unique: our inclusive culture, the quality service we offer our clients, and our continued growth all stem from our people-first approach.
Why Work at Howden?
We have always been employee-owned and driven by entrepreneurial spirit. Right from the beginning, we've focused on employing talented individuals and empowering them to make a real difference to the company, while building successful and fulfilling careers at the same time. People join Howden for many different reasons, but they stay for the same one: our culture. Whatever your prioritiesβwork/life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteeringβyou'll find like-minded people driving change at Howden.
Role Overview
We are seeking an Associate or Deputy General Counsel to serve as a trusted second-in-command to the General Counsel supporting our U.S. retail insurance brokerage operations. This is an exceptional opportunity to help shape a high-growth business, working closely with senior leadership in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment. The Associate/Deputy General Counsel will take on significant day-to-day responsibilities and partner with the General Counsel to build a high-impact legal presence within the U.S. operations. This role requires a highly capable legal professional who can operate independently, step in for the General Counsel when required, and collaborate cross-functionally with global teams in M&A, Finance, and Litigation through our matrix structure.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Legal Partnership. The Associate/Deputy General Counsel will support the General Counsel in serving as a legal advisor to the U.S. retail insurance brokerage business, covering both specialty and retail insurance broking lines. This individual will act as a trusted advisor to the U.S. leadership team, contributing to business strategy, governance, and operational planning. The Associate/Deputy General Counsel will participate in executive-level discussions as appropriate, providing legal insight on commercial, regulatory, risk mitigation and structural matters.
Legal Operations & Governance. The Associate/Deputy General Counsel will assist in developing and implementing legal policies, procedures, and frameworks tailored to high-growth business model. This is a unique opportunity to create the practices, procedures and guardrails that will form the foundation for a newly stood up US insurance brokerage enterprise. This role will support U.S. governance structures and help ensure alignment with global standards. The individual will advise on regulatory, brokerage, licensing, and compliance across multiple states and lines of business.
Regulatory & Compliance Expertise. The Associate/Deputy General Counsel will help ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws, as well as industry-specific regulations. This includes providing expertise in NAIC guidelines, state Departments of Insurance (DOIs), and relevant federal regulatory bodies. The individual will monitor evolving regulatory landscapes and proactively manage legal risk.
Litigation & Risk Management. The Associate/Deputy General Counsel will assist in managing U.S.-based litigation and disputes, coordinating with external counsel as needed. This individual will identify legal risks and develop mitigation strategies in partnership with business leaders. Deep understanding of operational risk of a US licensed insurance broker are required as this role will partner closely with the Chief Risk Officer, Chief Data Privacy Officer, and IT for the US business to build compliant systems that allow for fast, disciplined growth while remaining compliant with a complex web of legal and regulatory operational mandates.
Team Collaboration & Development. The Associate/Deputy General Counsel will work closely with the General Counsel to help build and mentor the U.S. legal team over time. This role will collaborate with existing legal colleagues in the region and leverage the broader Howden Group legal function.
Qualifications & Experience
The ideal candidate will hold a Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited U.S. law school and an active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction. The candidate should have a minimum of 10 years of post-qualification experience (PQE), with meaningful in-house counsel experience preferred. A strong background in U.S. insurance, commercial, and regulatory law is required with strong preference for those with experience from the broking or intermediary side. The candidate should possess deep knowledge of the insurance retail insurance brokerage landscape, especially regulatory frameworks for specialty and broking. Experience in private equity-backed businesses or similarly dynamic, fast-paced environments is highly valued. Experience working in a multinational or matrixed environment is also desirable.
The candidate should demonstrate strategic and operational leadership, excellent communication and negotiation skills, high integrity and sound judgment, the ability to work independently and collaboratively across time zones, and strong organizational and project management capabilities.
What Do We Offer in Return?
We offer a career that you define. Our business succeeds by allowing our people to make a mark in the areas they care about most: personal development, volunteering, fundraising for charity, or creating new insurance products that address society's greatest challenges. We know that separate home and work lives don't really exist, so we do our best to support our people in every aspect of their lives.
Compensation and Benefits
The expected base salary range for this role is $275,000 to $325,000, depending on experience and location.
In addition to a competitive base salary, employees are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus. Howden also offers a variety of benefits and programs, subject to eligibility, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including healthcare savings and reimbursement accounts
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Flexible Paid Time Off and paid parental leave
- Life and Disability insurance
Reasonable Adjustments
We're committed to providing reasonable accommodations at Howden to ensure that our positions align well with your needs. Besides the usual adjustments such as software, IT, and office setups, we can also accommodate other changes such as flexible hours or hybrid working, where available. If you're excited by this role but have some doubts about whether it's the right fit for you, send us your applicationβif your profile fits the role's criteria, we will be in touch to assist in helping to get you set up with any reasonable adjustments you may require.
Our Sustainability Promise
We're on a lifelong journey to become an ever-more sustainable group. It's a commitment to taking care of our people and the world we live in, to doing good business, and to making a positive impact wherever we can. Our governance processes, company policies, and review systems are all geared toward our goal of making a positive impact in the world.
How To Apply
Download, complete and submit the fillable application form found on the OHA website ( ), along with a resume and cover letter to:
OFFICE OF HAWAIIAN AFFAIRS
560 N. Nimitz Highway, Suite 200
Honolulu, Hawai'i 96817
Attention: Human Resources
Or via email:
Office of Hawaiian Affairs (OHA) employees must be permanent Hawaii residents. Out-of-state applicants who are offered employment with OHA will need to relocate to Hawaii and establish permanent residency.
SALARY
$122,232 to $150,072 per year. Starting salary may be between the minimum and maximum salary range provided, based on qualifications.
GENERAL PURPOSE OF POSITION
The Board Legal Counsel is the chief legal advisor to the Board of Trustees ("BOT") Chairperson, the Board of Trustees, and the Chief of Staff of the Office of Hawaiian Affairs. The Board Legal Counsel is responsible for protecting OHA's legal and fiduciary interests as well as providing direct legal support to the BOT. This role ensures organizational compliance with all applicable state, federal, and trust laws, and supports the Board of Trustees (BOT) in fulfilling its constitutional and statutory duties under HRS Β§10-5.
As a key member of the Board of Trustees' team, the Board Legal Counsel helps advance OHA's mission to improve conditions for Native Hawaiians through ethical governance, risk mitigation, legal stewardship of trust resources, and compliance oversight. Key areas of support include governance and compliance matters, procurement and contract oversight, board policies and procedures, conflict of interest safeguards, and the review and development of legal memoranda, standard operating procedures, and other board related documents. Additionally, the Board Legal Counsel advises the BOT on OHA's escheat rights, related kuleana and land matters, and supports the Chairperson in their role as OHA's Chief Procurement Officer, Head of Purchasing Agency, and Senior Executive Board Member as a Co-Trustee of the PapahΔnaumokuΔkea Marine National Monument.
At the direction of the Chairperson, the Board Legal Counsel may further coordinate with OHA's Corporate Counsel or external legal advisors, as appropriate, to ensure alignment with broader legal strategies and risk mitigation.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Legal Services for OHA
a. Reviews and advises on proposed Board actions to ensure compliance with applicable laws, rules, regulations, and OHA policies and procedures.
b. Drafts legal opinions and advisory memoranda addressing policy, operations, governance, and other administrative functions affecting OHA, the BOT, and staff at the request of the Chairperson, BOT, or Chief of Staff.
c. Reviews and revises OHA contracts, leases, and other transactional documents and instruments subject to the Chairperson or the BOT's review and/or approval, and which impose obligations, responsibilities, encumbrances, liens, or releases that safeguard the agency's legal and financial interests.
d. Conducts legal training for the BOT and Board staff on applicable laws, regulations, and ethical standards relevant to their work duties and responsibilities.
2. Legal Services to the Board of Trustees
a. Provides legal counsel and guidance to the BOT Chairperson, Chairpersons of Standing Committees, Ad Hoc Committees, or Permitted Interaction Groups, BOT, and Chief of Staff on matters involving compliance, risk,
and legal interpretation, including the Board's oversight, fiduciary duties, strategic governance, and trust obligations.
b. Renders legal advice, counsel, and guidance on applicable laws, rules, regulations, court decisions, and legal documents that may affect agency or board operations, including but not limited to state and federal laws impacting Native Hawaiian self-determination, beneficiary rights, and OHA's statutory and fiduciary obligations as a public trust agency.
c. Develops, and implements programs and projects that enhance the legal services provided to the Chairperson, BOT, and Chief of Staff, helping to protect and advance the agency's legal and financial interests.
d. Supports the Board in developing and implementing legal strategies on high-level policy issues, such as ceded lands, the public land trust, Native Hawaiian entitlements, beneficiary services and funding, and agency accountability.
e. Reviews and assesses claims and potential litigation in coordination with the Chief of Staff and/or Corporate Counsel Office, as appropriate. Advises the Chairperson and BOT on legal strategies, including whether to pursue litigation or settlement, with careful consideration of fiduciary impact and organizational risk.
f. Provides legal guidance on complex, confidential, or politically sensitive matters that affect the Board's oversight and decision-making responsibilities.
g. Assists the BOT Chairperson, Chairpersons of Standing Committees, Ad Hoc Committees, Permitted Interaction Groups, BOT, and Chief of Staff with special projects and confidential assignments requiring legal insight and discretion.
h. Supports Standing Committee Chairs and their Aides, the Chief of Staff, and the Board Secretary by reviewing agendas and minutes for BOT and committee meetings, ensuring procedural and legal accuracy.
i. Evaluates legal risks and promotes a culture of compliance, integrity, and proactive legal stewardship at the Board level.
j. Continuously monitors the quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness of internal and external legal services secured by and delivered specifically to the Board, in coordination with the Chief of Staff, as distinct from legal services retained by the agency for operational or programmatic purposes, unless otherwise requested by the Chairperson, BOT, or General Counsel. Ensures that all such services align with OHA's mission, fiduciary responsibilities, and commitment to legal and ethical excellence.
3. Consistently upholds the priorities, decisions, and directives of the Chairperson in alignment with the HawaiΚ»i Rules of Professional Conduct.
4. Regular in person attendance is required although this position is hybrid-eligible in accordance with OHA's Telework policy and subject to the discretion and approval of the Board Chairperson.
5. This position requires residency on the Island of OΚ»ahu.
OTHER DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs other duties as assigned by the Chairperson.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Training and/or Experience
1. Education. Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
2. Licensure. Must be licensed to practice law in the State of Hawai'i and a member in good standing with the Hawai'i State Bar Association.
3. Legal Work Experience. Minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible legal practice.
β’ At least five (5) of those years must be in the State of Hawai'i.
β’ Legal experience must include the following:
i. Contractual and Legal Document Expertise. Minimum of five (5) years drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, leases, agreements, legal instruments, and amendments.
ii. Leadership and Legal Team Management. Minimum of five (5) years supervising and evaluating attorneys and legal support staff. Experience must demonstrate leadership, organizational, and team development skills in a complex, multi-disciplinary environment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
1. Procurement Law. At least two (2) years of experience applying Hawai'i procurement laws as set forth in HRS Chapters 103D and 103F.
2. Specialized Legal Expertise. Demonstrated legal experience in one or more of the following areas is highly preferred:
β’ Trust law and fiduciary obligations
β’ Native Hawaiian rights and legal advocacy
β’ State of Hawai'i legislative and budgetary processes
β’ Civil litigation before State and/or Federal courts
β’ Administrative law and proceedings before boards, commissions, or hearing officers
β’ Public sector or nonprofit governance, including service as legal counsel to Boards of Directors or Trustees, Executive Leadership (CEO, VPs), with experience advising on legal, fiduciary, compliance, and governance matters
3. Public Accountability and Compliance. Experience interpreting and applying Hawai'i's Sunshine Law (HRS Chapter 92) and the Uniform Information Practices Act (UIPA) (HRS Chapter 92F).
4. Cultural Competency and Mission Alignment.
β’ Knowledge of Native Hawaiian culture, language, and history, and ability to apply this understanding in a legal and organizational context.
β’ Familiarity with the Mana i Mauli Ola Strategic Plan or similar culturally grounded frameworks.
β’ Demonstrated commitment to working with or supporting Native Hawaiian communities or mission-aligned, values-based organizations.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
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An Equal Opportunity Employer
The Commercial Club of Chicago and Civic Committee Overview
The Commercial Club of Chicago works to shape Chicagoβs future to make our region a better place for everyone to live, work, and do business. Since 1877 we have helped shape Chicago into one of the worldβs greatest cities. The Commercial Club of Chicago is a membership organization of senior leaders in the region. Our members span the business, education, civic, cultural, and philanthropic sectors - unified by excitement for the future of Chicago. We believe cooperation and an open exchange of ideas are fundamental to success. Today, the Commercial Club continues to address economic and social issues of importance to the Chicago region.
In 1983, the Civic Committee was formed as an entity within the Commercial Club to identify key issues facing the State of Illinois and the greater Chicago region and providing leadership, high-quality research, long-term policy recommendations and programmatic actions for the benefit of the city and region. The Civic Committee is composed of the leaders of the Chicago regionβs leading private sector employers and collaborates with public officials and other civic organizations on transformational initiatives to promote our region's economic and social well-being. The Civic Committee serves as the Commercial Clubβs lead on policy and initiatives in public safety, business diversity, transportation and infrastructure, and state and local finance.
We also work alongside, and partially fund, the organizations established by us to tackle key issues head-on:
- Civic Consulting Alliance
- Kids First Chicago
- P33
Terms of Employment
This is a full-time position with benefits, reporting to the President of the Civic Committee and Commercial Club of Chicago. Initial employment will be on an introductory basis, with detailed evaluations and feedback for new employees at the 30-, 60-, and 90-day marks.
Position Summary
The General Counsel serves as the chief legal advisor to the organization, providing both strategic and operational legal guidance to the executive team. This role is responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, managing legal risk, and overseeing matters related to governance, contracts, employment, and nonprofit regulatory obligations. By doing so, the General Counsel helps strengthen the organizationβs legal and operational foundation. The position works closely with senior leadership, staff, andβwhen appropriateβthe Board of Directors. It also manages all legal matters, including coordination with external counsel (pro bono, insurance-related, and retained legal services).
Essential Functions
- Advise the CEO, Board of Directors, and senior leadership on legal matters affecting the organization.
- Ensure compliance with Illinois nonprofit corporation law, IRS regulations, and other applicable federal, state, and local laws, consistent with the organizationsβ tax-exempt status.
- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, MOUs, grant agreements, and partnership agreements.
- Support governance matters, including board policies, bylaws, and meeting procedures.
- Manage legal aspects of employment law, including employee handbooks, investigations, employee transitions, and legal compliance, in partnership with external counsel as necessary.
- Liaise with Human Resources Manager on benefits and payroll compliance including contracts and benefit plan restatements, including 401k.
- Support risk management, insurance, and liability mitigation strategies.
- Coordinate with outside counsel as needed.
- Monitor legislative and regulatory developments relevant to the organizationβs mission and operations.
- Provide legal support for fundraising, lobbying, and advocacy activities, ensuring compliance with lobbying disclosure and charitable solicitation laws.
- Provide legal support for fundraising relative to accounting rules in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
- Maintain corporate records and filings, including annual reports, charitable registrations, and business licenses.
- Manage real estate negotiations, execution of leases, on-going monitoring, and renewals.
- Collaborate closely with policy leads across program areas to provide legal insight, strengthen policy positions, and ensure initiatives are grounded in sound legal frameworks.
Primary Responsibilities
- Strategic Advisor to Leadership: Provide forwardβlooking legal counsel to executive leadership on emerging legal issues, translating complex concepts into actionable insights that align with organizational priorities. Ensure leadership maintains a clear understanding of legal rights, obligations, and potential impacts on operations.
- Develop & Implement Legal Strategies: Maintain a comprehensive understanding of the Civic Committee and Commercial Clubβs operations, governance structures, and key legal documents to design and execute legal strategies that support organizational goals. Lead the drafting, review, and negotiation of critical legal documents to ensure alignment with business and policy objectives.
- Dispute Resolution & Litigation Management: Serve as the strategic point of contact for all litigation matters. Partner with external counsel to drive effective litigation strategies and ensure the organizationβs interests are protected.
- Lobbying & Advocacy Support: In coordination with outside legal counsel, provide legal guidance on lobbying activities, ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and local lobbying laws and regulations. Support the execution of lobbying strategies, registration and reporting obligations, and compliance protocols for staff and member engagement.
- Risk Management: Develop and maintain a risk management framework to identify, assess, and mitigate legal and operational risks. Advise leadership on risk exposure and implement proactive measures to strengthen compliance and reduce vulnerability.
Position Requirements
Education and Experience Requirements
- J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to the Illinois Bar (or eligibility for in-house counsel registration).
- Minimum 7β10 years of legal experience
- Strong knowledge of nonprofit or corporate governance, tax-exempt law, and Illinois corporate law.
- Experience with employment law, contracts, and regulatory compliance.
- Excellent judgment, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, civic-oriented environment.
- The ability to establish connections with staff at all levels to enhance collaboration and facilitate effective communication.
Preferred Experience
- Experience supporting boards of directors and governance structures.
- Familiarity with advocacy, lobbying compliance, or political activity rules for nonprofits.
- Prior in-house experience.
- Knowledge and understanding of the key policy issues related to the Chicago region and the state of Illinois preferred.
Required Personal Attributes
- Integrity and Ethics: Demonstrates the highest level of professional integrity and ethical standards.
- Judgment: Exercises sound legal and business judgment in complex and sensitive matters.
- Adaptability: Comfortable navigating ambiguity and shifting priorities in a dynamic nonprofit environment.
- Collaboration: Works effectively with diverse stakeholders, including board members, staff, and external partners.
- Mission-Driven: Deep commitment to the organizationβs civic and economic development mission.
Competencies
- Legal Acumen: Deep understanding of nonprofit law, governance, and compliance frameworks.
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to align legal strategy with organizational goals and long-term vision.
- Risk Management: Proactively identifies and mitigates legal and reputational risks.
- Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex legal concepts to non-lawyers.
- Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead legal initiatives and influence decision-making at the executive level.
Working Environment
The position is in Chicago. Regular travel within the city is required. We believe that the path to achieving our missions requires our organizations and teams to regularly collaborate, work in teams, maintain collegiality, and provide a space for thought-partnership, all of which are best accomplished in person. However, we also recognize that appropriate flexibility is beneficial to the effectiveness of our employees and our organizations. With that in mind, we offer opportunities for employees to work in a combination of in-person and remote work (βhybridβ option).
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The Club and its affiliated organizations are equal opportunity employers and do not unlawfully discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of any legally protected characteristic, whether actual or perceived, including, including, but not limited to, an individualβs race, religion, color, creed, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected status. This policy applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, compensation, promotion, discipline, and termination.
Compensation
Commensurate with experience, targeting $225,000 annually. The Club offers a competitive benefits package, subject to specific policy eligibility guidelines.
The Associate Counsel supports the General Counsel in managing the Companyβs legal affairs, providing pragmatic, timely, and business-focused legal advice. This role assists in all areas of legal practice impacting the Company, including corporate and commercial contracts, employment matters, compliance, operations, and risk management. The Associate Counsel will work closely with internal stakeholders and external counsel to ensure legal efficiency and mitigate risk while supporting the Companyβs continued growth.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities:
- Provide day-to-day legal support to business units under the direction of the General Counsel, delivering practical solutions to achieve business objectives.
- Review, draft, and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements, including vendor, service, confidentiality, consulting, and technology-related contracts.
- Assist with contract disputes and terminations.
- Assist with obtaining and renewing all licenses needed, including navigating various issues that arise in obtaining licenses.
- Advise on employment and human resources matters, including hiring and termination, workplace policies, employee relations, and compliance with employment laws.
- Assist in risk management and litigation matters, including coordinating with outside counsel, reviewing pleadings, participating in discovery, attending depositions, and supporting litigation strategy and resolution efforts to ensure the legal teams are prepared for trial to obtain the best possible results.
- Collaborate with the General Counsel and Risk Management team to identify, evaluate, and mitigate potential risks across Company operations.
- Research and analyze legal issues to provide clear, actionable recommendations to management and other departments.
- Support corporate governance functions, including entity formation, entity management, entity planning, annual filings, and preparation of corporate documents.
- Manage projects and coordinate work with internal stakeholders, outside counsel, and third-party vendors to ensure timely and cost-effective outcomes.
- Maintain a strong understanding of applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards to proactively identify and address compliance issues.
- Research the laws related to the sale of age-restricted products and provide advice to Operations on the permitted days and hours of operations and compliance with age-restricted sales laws.
- Assist in handling alcohol and tobacco compliance issues, and provide advice on improving compliance.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong judgment and analytical abilities with a business-oriented mindset.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
- Demonstrated ability to manage relationships with outside counsel and cross-functional teams.
- High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
- Collaborative and adaptable; able to work effectively in a dynamic business environment.
- Earns the trust of others through open, honest communication and follow through
- Accountable to act with integrity, adhere to company expectations of performance and behavior; abide by work rules and demonstrate high standards of moral and ethical conduct at all times
- Abides by Company policies and procedures as established in the Employee Handbook
- Must be reliable and punctual in reporting to work as scheduled; enforces company time and attendance policy
EDUCATION AND REQUIREMENTS
Required:
- Juris Doctorate degree required from an accredited law school
- 3-5 years of legal experience practicing law
- Experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts and providing general corporate counsel.
Preferred:
- Experience working in-house with a corporate legal department.
- Experience with litigation management, compliance, or regulatory matters.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Prolonged periods sitting/standing at a desk and working on a computer
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
Parkerβs is an equal-opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Parkerβs does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state, or local laws.
