Why is This a Great Opportunity?
This position offers a unique blend of legal expertise and operational responsibilities, making it an excellent opportunity for anyone seeking to expand their skills. The position provides the chance to work closely with a small in-house legal department, which means exposure to a wide range of corporate legal matters. This role is ideal for those looking to develop expertise in corporate law and legal operations while contributing to a dynamic team.
Job Description:
Legal Analysis and Support:
- Review agreements, identify conflicts, and draft revisions during negotiations with customers, vendors, and suppliers.
- Conduct legal research on statutes, case law, and regulations.
- Analyze incoming legal matters such as trademark renewals or litigation notices and recommend actions.
- Assist with litigation management, e-discovery, and correspondence with outside counsel.
- Advise on product development legal concerns and corporate compliance matters.
- Support due diligence efforts for potential acquisitions.
Legal Operations Management:
- Maintain the litigation tracker and coordinate with outside counsel on legal matters.
- Manage litigation holds, indemnification requests, and trademark renewals.
- Develop processes to improve efficiency within the legal department.
- Track and coordinate internal requests for legal services.
Project Management and Communication:
- Manage special projects, provide updates to senior legal staff, and act as a primary contact for internal teams.
- Prepare materials for board meetings and distribute updates on legal matters to stakeholders.
Professional Development:
- Seek opportunities to expand legal knowledge and take on increasingly complex tasks under senior attorney mentorship.
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
- 1-3 years of legal experience, preferably in a corporate or in-house setting
- Active bar membership in Missouri or ability to obtain reciprocal licensing
- Strong academic background with excellent research and writing skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, legal research tools, and document management systems
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively
- Interest in legal operations and improving departmental efficiency
Preferred Qualifications:
- Undergraduate degree in business (e.g., accounting, business administration, marketing)
- Experience in or familiarity with manufacturing and private label industry
- Knowledge of intellectual property law, particularly trademark management
- Experience with e-discovery tools and processes
- Familiarity with legal operations concepts and best practices
- Experience with due diligence processes for mergers and acquisitions
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