Associate General Counsel

Overview

The Associate General Counsel provides legal advice, services and support to the organization under the supervision of General Counsel in all aspects of the company’s operations. This position will be actively involved in a wide array of legal matters, including, but not limited to contracts, product-related risk management, intellectual property interests, regulatory compliance, human resource matters, insurance requirements, and corporate governance.

Job Functions

• Assists in negotiating, drafting and reviewing legal documents, contracts, and agreements
• Provides advice on corporate governance and legal issues
• Conducts legal research and analysis on various issues
• Ensures compliance with all local and national laws and regulations
• Maintains a library of contract templates, historical legal files, and other related documentation
• Supports the legal department in managing internal and external legal sources
• Assists with compliance matters and ensures that the organization operates within legal guidelines
• Supports the legal department in litigation matters
• Works closely with internal departments to provide legal guidance and support on various matters
• Keeps abreast of legal developments and updates relevant to the organization's operations
• Maintains absolute confidentiality
• Performs other duties and/or tasks as assigned

Skills

• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and see tasks through to completion
• Ability to see big picture issues, combined with strong attention to detail
• Ability to analyze risk and make risk determinations
• Ability to think strategically
• Demonstrated integrity, strong work ethic and sound judgment
• Commitment to maintaining strict confidentiality standards
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and a demonstrated ability to communicate complex legal requirements to non-legal audiences
• Excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to establish and build rapport with team members and external third parties
• Experience reviewing, negotiating, drafting and enforcing contracts
• Experience with litigation-related matters and processes
• Knowledge of general intellectual property principles, particularly trademark law
• Knowledge of general insurance principles
• Knowledge of general litigation principles
• Strong Microsoft 365 and Adobe skills 

Required Qualifications and Education

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
• 4 years minimum of relevant legal experience in related field
• Admission to practice in the State of Wisconsin and license to practice in good standing
• Travel needs for this role are minimal and rare (<5%)

Physical Demands

• Must be able to sit for 7+ hours a day
• Must be mobile within an office space to access files, office and/or computer equipment
• Must be able to operate customary office equipment, including a computer, telephone, copier/scanner
• Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing in English
• Must be able to read from a screen
• Regular, predictable attendance required during standard business hours

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• 401(k)
• Life Insurance
• AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discount
• Paid Sick/Personal Time
• Paid Vacation Time

Disclaimer

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.  Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

LeMans Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. LeMans Corporation will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening.

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