Yorkson Legal
Great opportunity for a Litigation Associate to work in-house, fully remotely, with potential to transition into a Corporate Generalist role.
Our client, an international corporation headquartered in Connecticut, seeks to hire an in-house counsel to join their lean legal team. Candidates residing in the Northeast are preferred (Connecticut, Massachusetts, DC, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware).
The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of BIGLaw experience in Litigation; however, the role will function as an in-house generalist.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support business teams by anticipating and addressing complex legal and business issues, serving as a strategic partner and advisor.
- Provide legal advice on strategic litigation management, employment law, and regulatory compliance.
- Creatively solve problems and coordinate across business units.
- Assist in creating workplace policies and procedures compliant with applicable laws.
- Understand business needs and the company’s risk tolerance.
- Utilize outside counsel effectively and escalate issues to senior leadership as needed to balance risks and business objectives.
- Stay informed about relevant rules, regulations, and statutory requirements.
- Collaborate with team members to share knowledge and experiences.
Education & Experience:
- JD from an accredited law school.
- Member in good standing in at least one state.
- 3-5 years of litigation experience, with a preference for candidates with experience representing clients against government agencies (e.g., SEC, FDIC, Antitrust Litigation).
Desired Qualifications:
- Team player who enjoys partnering with cross-functional teams, investing in others, and working collaboratively to reach consensus.
- Openness to adapting practices in response to evolving business needs and willingness to learn new legal areas.
- Experience in litigation management, corporate governance, compliance, investigations, and labor & employment matters.
Compensation: Base salary of $185,000 plus bonus.
To be considered, please send a WORD version of your resume to (contact email).
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