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Red Roof · 12 hours ago

Legal Counsel

New Albany, OH

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

$90K/yr - $95K/yr

2+ years exp

Red Roof is seeking a proactive, business-minded attorney to support their Legal Department. This in-house role involves litigation management, contract drafting and negotiation, and providing legal guidance to internal teams.

Leisure

Hiring Manager

Cady Holmes-Muskovin

Responsibilities

Oversee pre-litigation matters and manage active litigation in collaboration with outside counsel

Review pleadings, monitor case strategy and progress, and help manage litigation budgets and timelines

Maintain internal systems for litigation tracking, reporting, and risk assessment

Assist with litigation holds; discovery responses; and gathering documents requested in discovery or by third parties

Assist with insurance issues related to litigation, including coverage disputes and communication with third parties

Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements, including vendor contracts, service agreements, NDAs, and technology agreements

Provide practical, risk-based advice to internal stakeholders during contract negotiations

Provide legal guidance on franchise-related matters, including franchisee disputes, terminations, and contract enforcement

Collaborate on updates to franchise agreements and disclosure documents as needed

Review and draft franchise documents for transfers, new openings, and terminations and support the Contracts team as needed

Support cross-functional teams including operations, marketing, sales, and HR on a variety of legal issues

Assist in developing internal legal resources, policies, and training materials

Stay informed on relevant legal and regulatory developments

Maintain policies and procedures to promote a culture of compliance across the franchise network

Track regulatory developments and implement changes in compliance practices as needed

Monitor and assist with insurance compliance of franchisees

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Litigation managementCommercial contract reviewJ.D.Bar membershipFranchise law experienceAnalytical skillsMicrosoft Office proficiencyIndependenceWritten communicationVerbal communicationProblem-solving skillsCollaboration skills

Required

J.D. from an accredited law school and active bar membership in good standing

2–5 years of legal experience, including experience in litigation management and/or commercial contract review

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to provide clear, business-oriented legal advice

Comfortable working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and managing multiple priorities

Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Computer literate and proficient in Microsoft Office

Preferred

Experience working in-house or advising clients in a franchising, multi-unit, or consumer-facing business model

Familiarity with the legal and regulatory framework governing franchising (FTC Franchise Rule, state laws, etc.)

Experience managing outside counsel and legal budgets

Admission to any United States State Bar

Company

Red Roof

Glassdoor2.9

Red Roof is an award-winning leader in the lodging industry, recognized for creating the innovative Upscale Economy® segment, serving millions of guests each year.

Founded in 1973

Springfield, Missouri, USA

5001-10000 employees