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A leading legal firm in Boston is seeking a Deputy Chief Legal Counsel to provide strategic legal guidance and manage a team of lawyers. The role involves collaborating with executive leadership to align legal strategies with organizational goals, ensuring compliance with regulations, and managing stakeholder relationships. The ideal candidate will have a J.D. and at least 10 years of relevant legal experience, demonstrating strong leadership and communication skills.
Deputy Chief Legal Counsel, Associate Chief Legal Counsel/Litigation, Manager Administration (Department staff of 15 lawyers within the Transactions, Litigation, Real Estate, and General Counsel fields, and 7 support staff including paralegals and administrative management)
As a key member of the executive leadership team, the Chief Legal Counsel collaborates closely with the CEO, Executive Administration, and the Board of Directors, as well as major business line partners in aviation, maritime, capital programs, and real estate. The role involves aligning legal strategy with organizational priorities, ensuring regulatory compliance, and upholding governance best practices. The incumbent regularly briefs leadership on significant legal and policy matters at local, state, and federal levels.
Corporate Strategy and Legal Management
Stakeholder and External Relationship Management
Department and Organizational Leadership
Other duties as needed.
Education Level: J.D. required.
Experience in Related Field:
Minimum of 10 years of legal experience in a public agency, law firm, or corporate environment, with broad exposure to litigation, regulatory, environmental, administrative, real estate, development, labor, employment, and public law.
Experience in a law firm or corporate setting is required.
Excellent leadership, coaching, and mentoring skills, with proven success in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment. Extensive knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and regulations related to the Authority’s operations is required.