In-House Counsel

We are seeking an In-House Counsel to join our legal department. In this role, you will handle a wide range of legal matters, including contracts, transactions, corporate law, privacy, commercial and product liability litigation, internal and government investigations, and compliance. You will work closely with business departments on various projects, ensuring legal compliance in operations and decision-making. The ideal candidate should have solid legal knowledge of contract and business law, great legal research and writing skills, and be a quick learner of new things and an excellent team player.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Draft, prepare, review, and assist in negotiations on legal documents, including but not limited to commercial contracts, master service agreements, marketing and PR related agreements, employment agreements, vendor/service agreements, waivers, consents, and legal correspondence.
• Work closely with individual departments (such as sales, marketing, operations, HR, and compliance) to anticipate, identify, and manage liability areas, legal exposure, and risk management.
• Conduct legal research and draft legal memos related to the company’s operations and business plan.
• Develop and maintain required legal resources, including contract forms, terms of service, privacy policies, FAQs, and other consumer-facing policies.
• Work with outside counsel on legal matters.
• Participate in special projects as requested.

Qualifications:

• J.D. or LL.M. degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• 1-3 years of related experience.
• Licensed to practice law in TX, CA, and/or NY (open to applicants who have passed the bar exam and are awaiting admission).
• Concrete understanding of contracts, business, and corporate law. Knowledge of trademarks, copyright, and commercial litigation is a plus.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work efficiently and meet deadlines, including the ability to effectively prioritize among multiple projects.