Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP · 4 hours ago
Associate General Counsel
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
$285K/yr - $375K/yr
5+ years expOrrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP is a global law firm focused on delivering innovative solutions across various sectors. They are seeking an Associate General Counsel to assist in managing the legal affairs of the Firm and strategic planning for risk management, including preparing policies and advising on complex risk issues.
Law Practice
Responsibilities
Assist OGC and the Firm’s Risk Management Committee with administration of risk management policies, including drafting policies, alerts, and training materials for the Firm’s lawyers and staff
Stay informed of updates to the rules of professional conduct, ethics opinions, and other legal developments, and work with OGC to provide education and alerts regarding same
Counsel partners and management on risk issues, including complicated conflicts of interest and specialized waivers
Consult with New Business & Conflicts Director and team and partners regarding ethical and business conflicts of interest, intake issues, engagement terms, and lateral onboarding
Assist OGC in coordinating client engagement letter templates and waiver letter templates
Familiarity and interest in law firm use of AI tools preferred
Prepare and review secondment agreements, local counsel engagement agreements, and Kovel letters
Assist in responding to auditor, insurance, and client information requests, and responses to Requests for Proposals, client due diligence questionnaires, and similar inquiries
Support annual global risk management audit procedures in support of malpractice insurance renewal
Assist in the development and implementation of strategic goals and specific projects for risk management
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctorate and current admission to a U.S. bar in good standing is required
Minimum of five years of legal experience, including at least three years of law firm experience, preferably in the office of general counsel
Experience with application of various rules and codes of professional responsibility
Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with all levels of Firm staff and attorneys
Creative and practical approach to solving problems that is informed by the Firm's strategic, business and professional needs
Team-oriented with excellent interpersonal, communication, and counseling skills
Strong organizational and analytical skills, coupled with excellent attention to detail
Demonstrated commitment to maintaining the highest level of confidentiality, personal integrity, ethics and dedication
Flexibility in handling numerous responsibilities simultaneously and responding to ever-changing priorities
Must be willing to work varied hours as needed (covering multiple time zones)
Some travel required
Preferred
Familiarity and interest in law firm use of AI tools preferred
Benefits
Full range of elective health benefits including medical, dental, vision and life
Robust mental well-being programs
Child, family, elder, and pet care benefits
Short- and long-term disability
Industry leading parental leave benefits
Health savings account contributions (w/applicable medical plan)
Flexible spending accounts
401K program
Compensated time off through our Flexible Time Off program
Paid holidays
Company
Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP
Orrick is a global law firm focused on serving the Technology & Innovation, Energy & Infrastructure, Finance and Life Sciences & HealthTech sectors.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$2.5M2023-12-29Undisclosed· $2.5M
Leadership Team
David Fries
Chief Financial Officer
Aaron Rubin
Partner
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