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Lead Counsel

Ladders · United States · 1 wk ago
RemoteRemoteLegal$178k–$244k/yrFull-time

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the legal partner for product and business teams, offering daily counsel on impactful initiatives
  • Advises on diverse legal matters such as payments, healthcare compliance, consumer protection, and data governance
  • Lead all aspects of drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and managing commercial agreements
  • Continuously enhance contract templates and legal processes for better efficiency
  • Collaborate with Sales and GTM teams to mitigate legal risks while accelerating deal execution
  • Work alongside Legal Operations to create scalable workflows and automate repetitive tasks
  • Contribute to a collaborative legal team with significant ownership and direct business impact

Qualifications

  • 6 to 11 years of combined law-firm and in-house experience, especially in SaaS, payments/fintech, or regulated tech companies
  • JD from an accredited law school and active license to practice in at least one US state
  • Promised track record in working independently and managing legal matters end to end
  • Strong expertise in technology and commercial contracting, balancing risk with speed
  • Ability to navigate across various legal domains, including commercial, regulatory, and privacy issues
  • Practical, solutions-oriented approach with strong communication skills to clarify complex issues for non-lawyers
  • Ability to thrive in ambiguous situations with competing priorities

Benefits

  • 401(k) match
  • Dental, medical, vision, and life insurance coverage
  • Flexible vacation day policy for better work-life balance
  • Fully remote work option with monthly stipends for home office expenses
  • Resources and support for family planning and specialized programs
  • Equity opportunities for employees to grow with the company
  • Learning and Development program to explore relevant businesses in the market

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