General Counsel ? Part-time

We are looking for a highly qualified and experienced General Counsel to join our team on a part-time basis! This position will play an important role in providing strategic legal advice and supporting our organization through our financial offerings. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented individual looking to contribute to a team committed to supporting our clients while maintaining a... true work-life balance.

As General Counsel, you will:
? Provide expert legal advice and guidance on a wide range of legal matters including contracts, regulatory compliance, intellectual property, employment law, and litigation.
? Review, draft, and negotiate agreements and contracts for our various legal entities, ensuring compliance with legal requirements, while protecting the company?s interests.
? Inform the operations team on the legal impact and implications of business decisions; helping the team balance and understand risks.
? Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.
? Manage and oversee legal disputes and litigation, including working with external counsel when required.
? Participate in developing the strategy for mergers and company acquisitions. Review all documents, contracts, and agreements associated with these transactions.
? Draft addenda, assignments, or other corporate documents and agreements as needed.
? Assist in the preparation and review of yearly filing documents.
? Collaborate with other departments to provide legal support as needed.
? Manage relationships with external clients and firms.

What We?d Like You to Have:
? Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school and in good standing with the California State Bar, with no disciplinary record.
? Licensed to practice in appropriate jurisdiction(s).
? 5 years? experience in a law firm or in-house legal department.
? In-depth knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, case law, industry standards, and relevant subject matter.
? Ability to understand, interpret, and explain complex legal matters to a range of audiences.
? Proven experience consulting and working with external legal counsel.
? Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
? Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple deadlines and priorities simultaneously.
? Ability to be creative and to provide options that are both practical and legal solutions.
? High ethical standards and ability to keep information confidential

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