Assistant General Counsel

Novogradac; Long Beach (CA); Hybrid; USD 162,000 - 218,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote and hybrid opportunities

Flexible working hours

Competitive salaries

Paid holidays

401(k) with profit-sharing

Discretionary annual bonuses

Job summary

Novogradac is seeking an Assistant General Counsel to support the General Counsel in handling a broad range of legal matters across multiple U.S. offices, with potential remote or hybrid work depending on business needs.

The role requires a JD with 5–8 years of relevant experience and active bar status. You will draft and negotiate contracts, advise on client engagements, manage subpoenas, and coordinate real estate and IP matters for a national firm.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree with 5–8 years of attorney experience.
• In good standing with the Bar of at least one U.S. state.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize deadlines.
• Experience drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and advising on a variety of contracts with clients, vendors and third parties.
• Litigation experience required; professional liability defense preferred but not required.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; communicate complex legal issues to non-legal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Assist the General Counsel in advising and representing the firm in contractual matters.
• Provide legal guidance on client engagements and various agreements (MSAs, NDAs, SaaS, etc.).
• Manage subpoena compliance and other court-related matters.
• Review leases and real estate documents for firm premises nationwide.
• Protect the firm's IP and coordinate with outside counsel on complex matters.
• Investigate and handle employment-related legal issues.
• Manage contracts/legal team to meet KPIs and expectations.

Skills

Litigation experience

Contract drafting & negotiating

Legal research

Contract management

Communication skills

Teamwork and independence

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Bar admission (US)

Tools

Westlaw/LexisNexis

Job description

It’s fun to work in a company where people truly believe in what they’re doing. We’re committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

Position Summary

The Assistant General Counsel will work with the firm’s General Counsel in supporting the firm’s legal needs. The firm has one available position in either Long Beach, CA; Walnut Creek, CA; San Francisco, CA; Bellevue, WA or Portland, OR. Some positions may be open to remote or hybrid work arrangements depending on business needs.

Your Contributions And Responsibilities

• Assist the General Counsel in advising and representing the firm in a variety of legal and contractual matters, including but not limited to: client disputes and claims, compliance with professional standards and regulations, licensing issues.
• Provide legal guidance to firm professionals concerning client matters, including the preparation of client engagement letters, master services agreements, responses to RFPs, subcontractor agreements, Kovel agreements, non‑disclosure agreements, SaaS agreements, and other client and third‑party related agreements.
• Manage subpoena compliance and other court‑related matters independently.
• Work with the Facilities Department to review and provide legal guidance concerning new leases, renewals and other real‑estate documents for the firm’s premises throughout the country.
• Protect the firm’s intellectual property, advising on IP protection and enforcement and coordinating with outside counsel for complex matters.
• Investigate and handle employment‑related legal issues.
• Manage contracts/legal team to ensure timely resolution of requests submitted by firm stakeholders and satisfaction of KPIs/goals set by management.
• Other projects as assigned.

Your Background And Skills

• Juris Doctor degree with five (5) to eight (8) years of relevant experience as a practicing attorney at a law firm and/or as an in‑house corporate attorney.
• Must be in good standing with the Bar of at least one U.S. state.
• Detail‑oriented with excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize competing deadlines.
• Ability to anticipate and identify issues and strategically weigh risks.
• Demonstrated experience drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and advising on a variety of contracts with clients, vendors and third parties.
• Strong legal research experience dealing with nuanced issues in a variety of practice areas.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills; ability to communicate complex legal issues to non‑legal stakeholders concisely and thoroughly.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member, and to keep management apprised of matters that require their attention.
• Interest in playing a long‑term role within a growing legal department.
• Litigation experience required.
• Professional liability defense experience preferred but not required.

Why work with us

Novogradac is committed to fostering a welcoming workplace where all employees feel valued and empowered to grow. We believe in offering a supportive, balanced work environment that encourages professional growth and work‑life integration.

We Are Proud To Offer

• Increased number of paid holidays per year
• Competitive salaries with continuous review of market conditions
• Flexible working hours and work arrangements
• Remote and hybrid opportunities
• Inclusive workplace, providing strong professional growth and development opportunities

The Benefits Of Joining Our Team

• Strong growth opportunities
• Competitive benefits package
• 401(k) package with firm profit‑sharing
• Discretionary annual bonuses for eligible positions and CPA bonus plan
• Strong emphasis on quality work‑life integration
• Dress‑for‑your‑day policy
• Resources of a national firm
• Opportunities to engage with active Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), affinity groups, and advance your career in a supportive, inclusive environment
• Compensation: $162,000 to $218,000 depending on experience; more is possible if experience dictates.

Commitment to Inclusion

Novogradac is committed to ensuring a fair and inclusive recruitment process, making reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities or special needs throughout the application process. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to apply, as we believe that unique perspectives strengthen our ability to achieve excellence.

Novogradac & Company LLP is an equal‑opportunity employer. We value diversity and respect the different perspectives that each of our employees bring, regardless of age, race, religion, gender identity or sexual orientation. We are committed to creating an equitable and inclusive workplace for our entire workforce.