Associate General Counsel

Responsibilities

• Advising the Company on its day-to-day legal and compliance matters, including those relating to sales, marketing, and promotions; broadcasting; finance; information technology; international operations; special projects; stadium operations; baseball operations; public relations; litigation; workers' compensation; intellectual property; and general employment law
• Deliver timely, business-oriented legal support on partnership, sponsorship, and revenue-generating agreements, ensuring efficient turnaround while balancing risk, deal complexity, and organizational priorities
• Drafting and negotiating commercial contracts with customers, vendors, and other third parties
• Applying established legal principles and sound judgment to assess and manage risk
• Independently identifying and prioritizing work and projects based on content, urgency, and organizational sensitivity
• Managing litigation matters
• Evaluating the need for and periodically drafting and revising Company policies
• Corresponding with Major League Baseball Commissioner's Office, other MLB entities, including other MLB Clubs, and outside counsel in furtherance of Company's overall objectives and legal responsibilities

Qualifications/Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school with excellent academic credentials and bar membership in good standing
• 12+ years of experience with a major law firm and/or in-house legal department (in house experience preferred)
• Outstanding negotiating and writing skills, with a strong ability to draft and review legal documents, analyze complex issues, and provide practical, business-oriented solutions
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills and ability to maintain strong relationships at all levels of the organization
• Astute, detail-oriented self-starter with excellent organizational skills and the ability to multitask
• Must be able to independently identify and prioritize projects, manage work flow, and complete projects under time pressure

Benefits

The A's are committed to creating a positive and inclusive work environment. They strive to ensure that all employees feel valued and supported, regardless of their background or identity.