Description

Join Aldrich as an Assistant General Counsel and support the day-to-day operations of our In-House Legal Department. This part-time 20 hour per week role is an integral part of our legal team, offering the opportunity to draft, review, analyze, and interpret a wide range of legal contracts. You will play a key role in overseeing litigation, managing internal governance policies, and fostering relationships with outside counsel. The ideal candidate is a business-minded attorney who understands business objectives and helps balance legal risks. If you're detail-oriented, adaptable, and have strong legal experience, we invite you to join our team at Aldrich!

Why Aldrich

Aldrich is a growth-minded West Coast regional professional services firm with an innovative and entrepreneurial spirit. We are a values driven firm committed to accountability, agility, collaboration, and respect.

Aldrich's leadership philosophy encompasses the firm's clearly defined mission, vision, and values. We exist to improve the lives of our people, our clients, and our communities.

Honoring why we exist and our people as our number one priority, Aldrich is committed to providing opportunities to develop the whole person and ensure employees can bring their authentic selves to our shared mission. Aldrich supports individuals’ pursuit of wild success in life and work, and their ability to impact their colleagues, clients, and communities. 

Aldrich is an equal opportunity employer.

Learn more about Aldrich here.

Requirements

You’ll Get a Chance To

• Draft, review, analyze, and interpret a wide range of legal contracts, ensuring compliance with laws and protecting organizational interests.
• Manage and oversee aspects of litigation, including coordination with outside counsel to effectively represent the company's legal position.
• Administer internal governance policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and organizational objectives.
• Foster productive relationships with outside counsel to ensure high-quality legal advice and representation in specialized areas.
• Review annual minutes and assist with the preparation of retiring partner and new partner documentation.
• Maintain confidentiality in all legal matters.

What You Bring to the Team

• A law degree with 3-7 years of relevant experience in a law firm or corporate legal experience, with an active license to practice law in at least one state.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines efficiently.
• Self-starter who can see a project through to completion with adaptability and strong interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with the capability to analyze information and draw logical conclusions.
• Proficient use of Microsoft products such as Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience in partnership law preferred.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and uphold organizational values, including respect and integrity.

How We’ll Reward You

At Aldrich, we know a great client experience starts with an exceptional employee experience. Aldrich offers a comprehensive benefits package for part-time employees that includes:

• Health Insurance: Flexible spending and dependent care
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with 1.5% match and 5% discretionary profit sharing
• Time Off: 2 weeks of vacation and sick leave in the form of a Paid Time-Off bank, 10 Paid Holidays including 2 floating holidays, and 8 Hours of Volunteer Time

This information is provided in compliance with applicable state equal pay and pay equity legislation. It is in the company’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. At Aldrich, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensations decisions are dependent on facts and circumstances of each candidate. The compensation offered may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons. Aldrich makes internal equity a consideration in all pay decisions. A reasonable estimate of the current range for the part time position is $70,000-90,000.

For a full summary of our benefit offerings, check out Life at Aldrich here.

What You Should Know

This is a part-time 20 hour per week position with flexible scheduling options. Our standard office hours are Monday – Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM. Hybrid options available, and in-office presence may be required.

To Apply

Submit your resume and a brief cover letter.