Corporate Counsel

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Corporate Counsel in Los Angeles, CA, with consideration for 100% remote locations within the United States. The role involves collaborating with the Office of the General Counsel to manage the firm's corporate legal affairs, including drafting and reviewing corporate documents, advising on AI-related issues, and assisting with global compliance and risk management.

Duties

• Assist with global legal affairs and strategic risk management planning.
• Draft and review corporate documents for US and international offices.
• Administer risk management policies and create training materials.
• Stay informed on legal developments and provide education on AI use.
• Develop and implement AI strategy for the Legal Department.
• Manage significant transactions and maintain related checklists.
• Create and coordinate contract templates and playbooks.
• Review various client and counsel agreements.
• Assist with compliance and corporate filings globally.
• Handle corporate secretarial matters and governance documentation.
• Respond to auditor, insurance, and client information requests.
• Manage client relationships and conflicts of interest.
• Develop strategic goals and projects for risk management.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate and current admission to a U.S. bar in good standing.
• Minimum of two years of legal experience, preferably in M&A or corporate practice.
• Experience with professional responsibility rules and codes.
• Familiarity with AI tools in a legal context preferred.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Creative problem-solving approach aligned with firm needs.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Commitment to confidentiality, integrity, and ethics.
• Flexibility to manage multiple responsibilities and priorities.
• Willingness to work varied hours and travel as needed.

Education

• Juris Doctorate

Certifications

• Admission to a U.S. bar in good standing

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and counseling skills
• Excellent organizational and analytical abilities
• Proficiency in drafting and reviewing legal documents
• Ability to manage complex projects

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision
• Mental well-being programs
• Child, family, elder, and pet care benefits
• Short- and long-term disability and parental leave benefits
• Health savings account contributions
• Flexible spending accounts
• 401K program
• Flexible Time Off program and paid holidays

The Los Angeles office of this premier, high-level finance firm splits its full-service practice into a number of areas, including: Litigation, Corporate, Tax, Environmental, Labor & Employment, and Real Estate. Many of the firm's top clients are investment banks, but, in recent years, the firm has expanded its intellectual property litigation practice. The firm offers an entrepreneurial, upbeat work environment and an opportunity to work with fun and interesting people. Candidates we have sent here return genuinely impressed with the firms attorneys overall competence. The firm offers top market pay, and not so coincidentally, associates often complain about high expectations for billable hours. The firm recently opened its first overseas office.