Associate Attorney

The Los Angeles County Bar Association - LACBA; Orange (CA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

The Los Angeles County Bar Association (LACBA) seeks a qualified Corporate Counsel to support the General Counsel andParalegal. The role covers drafting and negotiating key contracts, conducting legal research, and guiding staff to ensure regulatory compliance. Coordination with outside counsel is required to manage the organization’s legal affairs.

Candidates should hold a J.D. from an ABA-accredited school, preferably CA Bar admission, and have 2+ years of corporate counsel experience.

Qualifications

• J.D. from ABA-accredited law school; CA Bar exam preferred; 2+ years in corporate counsel or related role.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Basic knowledge of contracts and intellectual property.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, redline and negotiate important legal agreements.
• Perform legal research, review and analysis.
• Manage legal staff and provide guidance.
• Assist GC in managing the organization’s legal affairs to ensure compliance with laws and regulations.
• Manage outside attorneys when necessary.
• Provide guidance and support to GC as requested.
• Manage contracts.
• Input agreements into the legal database used by the department.
• On-site and remote regular attendance and punctuality are essential functions.
• Perform other business tasks or functions as assigned.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Contract knowledge

Leadership/mentoring

Office presence daily

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

California Bar admission preferred

2+ years corporate counsel or similar

Job description

Purpose of Position

Assist GC and Paralegal with Legal Duties

Essential Functions

• Draft, review, redline and negotiate important legal agreements
• Perform legal research, review and analysis
• Manage legal staff and provide guidance
• Assist GC in managing the organization’s legal affairs to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Manage outside attorneys when necessary.
• Provide guidance and support to GC as requested
• Manage contracts
• Assist with inputting agreements into the legal database used by the department
• On-site and remote regular attendance and punctuality are essential functions of the job.
• Perform other business tasks or functions as assigned

Job Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Ability to perform all essential functions of the unit
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, as well as Outlook
• Basic knowledge of applicable areas of law, including Contracts and Intellectual Property.
• Skills necessary to guide, mentor, and supervise staff
• Ability to come to the office every day as requested by GC

Educational Requirements

Must have a J.D. from an ABA Accredited law school and preferably passed the California State Bar Exam and been admitted to the California State Bar Association. The candidate must also have a minimum of 2 years of legal experience as a Corporate Counsel or similar role.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to sit for extended periods of time and occasional standing and walking. Must have adequate hearing for phone work. Vision requirements include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Must be able to communicate effectively in English. Must be able to use a keyboard and other office equipment. Ability to lift up to 10 pounds occasionally.