ATTORNEY, ASSISTANT CHIEF COUNSEL

Job Description SummaryLead the transactional practice reviewing agreements for the institution. Provide legal research, writing and analytical support to the Associate Vice President and institution for a wide variety of legal matters. Assist in litigation support and oversight of litigated matters. Act as a management advocate in administrative proceedings.ResponsibilitiesCONTRACT REVIEW AND TRANSACTIONAL WORK Oversee the transactional practice workflow.Draft and review a wide variety of contracts, affiliation agreements, leases, and other transactional documents.Advise clients on recommended changes and draft language consistent with the University’s position.CONSULTATION AND PROJECT ASSIGNMENTS Provide consultation to campus clients on a wide variety of legal issues such as leaves of absence, ADA, employee discipline, Title IX investigations, privacy, student conduct, sponsored research, copyright, intellectual property, real property, landlord-tenant issues, compliance and other matters.Work in interdisciplinary groups on a wide variety of higher education matters.Provide training on campus legal issues.LEGAL RESEARCH AND WRITING Conduct legal research of state and federal legislation and administrative and court decisions; conduct analysis and make recommendations on matters assigned by the Associate Vice President.Assist in drafting legal analyses of a wide variety of university issues in areas including application of law, impact of court decisions including matters related to labor and employment law, insurance, benefits, discrimination, privacy, copyrights and patents, contracts, immigration, student affairs, faculty affairs, and other areas related to institutional management and administration.Contribute to the development of University policies. Review and recommend revisions as necessary.LITIGATION SUPPORT Coordinate discovery requests. Review and revise pleading papers. Assist the Vice President and outside counsel with case strategy and evaluating legal claims. Monitor case status.Required QualificationsJ.D. from ABA-accredited school with superior academic achievement and member in good standing of the California State Bar.5 – 10 years of experience practicing as a member of the bar with strong skills in one or more of the areas of practice within the scope of job duties.Experience reviewing and revising contracts, affiliation agreements, leases, and other transactional documents.In-depth knowledge of institutional structures, policies, regulations, and procedures in higher education.Outstanding legal writing and research experience gained from substantial practice of law.Demonstrated ability to work independently and evaluate data, assess alternatives, and formulate logical and sound recommendations.Excellent planning and organizational skills to prioritize multiple projects under pressure and shifting demands, and to meet critical deadlines.Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and counseling skills.Proven ability to understand and handle political and practical ramifications of recommendations and act with tact and diplomacy.Experience working in a culturally diverse environment.Excellent interpersonal skills to interact with diverse individuals at all organizational levels, both inside and outside of the University.Demonstrated effective oral communication skills.Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality.Strong commitment to teamwork and customer service.Demonstrated skill in using software applications including spreadsheet, word processing, and database applications, preferably of Microsoft Office Suite software.Knowledge of statistical methods and techniques.Desired QualificationsStrongly prefer legal work experience in higher education.#J-18808-Ljbffr