Corporate Counsel -Encino, CA

SP Global DRT; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

SP Global DRT in Los Angeles is looking for a Corporate Counsel to support legal operations, focusing on construction law and litigation. This role requires a Juris Doctor and active membership in the California State Bar, along with 3+ years of relevant experience.

The position involves managing litigation, negotiating contracts, and collaborating across departments. Benefits include competitive salary, health insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of experience in construction law, insurance law, or related field.
• Familiarity with employment law and HR-related legal matters.
• Active membership in the California State Bar required.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support litigation involving insurance coverage or construction claims.
• Lead collection/lien enforcement and negotiations with insurance carriers.
• Review, draft, and negotiate contracts and labor-related agreements.
• Assist in developing internal policies regarding business matters.
• Collaborate to assist with various departments' legal needs.

Skills

Drafting

Negotiation

Communication

Proactive problem-solving

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Job description

About The Company

SP Global DRT is a leader in remediation and restoration; providing best in class service to handle emergency and reconstruction needs 24/7. Our goal is to help minimize the interruption to your life and quickly make it "like it never even happened".

Summary

We are seeking a pragmatic, hands‑on Corporate Counsel to support our legal and business operations. This role is ideal for an attorney with experience in construction law, litigation, and corporate matters, including labor with broad exposure across a growing company rather than a narrow practice area. You will serve as a key legal resource across departments, advising on day‑to‑day matters and helping the business move efficiently while managing risk.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and support litigation involving insurance coverage or construction claims, working with external counsel as necessary and filing liens as necessary.
• Lead collection/lien enforcement and negotiating with insurance carriers and opposing counsel.
• Review, draft, and negotiate contracts, subcontract agreements, and labor‑related agreements, ensuring alignment with company interests and legal requirements.
• Assist in the development and implementation of internal policies and procedures regarding business and employment matters.
• Collaborate with various departments, including finance, human resources, and operations, to assist with legal needs.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active membership in the California State Bar required at time of start.
• A minimum of 3+ years of experience in construction law, insurance law, commercial litigation, real estate law, creditor‑debtor law, or a related field.
• Familiarity with employment law and HR‑related legal matters.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• A proactive and solution‑oriented approach to legal issues.

Workplace

• In person, Encino, CA
• Monday- Friday, 8am-5pm

Salary

• $180K - $200K, based on experience

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and holidays