Chief Legal Counsel

Healthcare startup
VA, United States
Full-time

Job Summary :

We are seeking an experienced and skilled General Legal Counsel to join our team at

Healthcare startup. As General Legal Counsel, you will serve as the

main legal advisor to the company, providing strategic legal guidance and oversight to

ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. You will be reporting to the CEO

and responsible for managing all legal matters, including litigation, contracts, policies,

research, and governance, while also providing ethical guidance and support to the

organization.

Key Responsibilities :

Legal Advice : Advise management and executives on legal matters to maintain

compliance and minimize risk.

Risk Management : Identify and mitigate legal risks to the organization.

Compliance : Oversee legal compliance and ensure the company fulfills its legal

obligations.

Litigation : Develop and oversee litigation strategies, including managing outside

counsel.

Legal Contracts : Negotiate, draft and review contracts to ensure favorable terms

and minimize risk.

Policies : Draft, review, and approve legal policies and procedures to ensure

compliance and best practices.

Legal Research : Conduct legal research and stay informed on current legislation

and regulatory changes.

Communication : Communicate complex legal matters clearly and effectively to

stakeholders, including management, executives, and the board of directors.

Governance : Advise the board on legal matters related to their fiduciary

responsibilities.

Business Development : Facilitate business development while ensuring the

company operates within the law.

Ethical Guidance : Establish an ethical environment and act as the lead ethical

advisor to the organization.

Requirements :

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

Minimum 10 years of experience as a legal counsel in a corporate setting.

Admitted to practice law in at least 2 US states.

Strong knowledge of corporate law, contract law, and litigation.

Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize multiple tasks and projects.

Strong ethical standards and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality.

What We Offer :

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Opportunity to work with a dynamic, fast pace and growing company.

Collaborative and supportive work environment.

11 days ago
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