Corporate Counsel - Mining Operations

Larson Maddox; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Larson Maddox is seeking a Corporate Counsel for Mining Operations in Las Vegas, NV. You will lead complex commercial agreements, advise on corporate matters, and guide environmental and regulatory issues relevant to mining projects.

Ideal candidates hold a US J.D. with active bar membership and have 5–10 years of top-tier or in-house experience, including high-value negotiations and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school (US bar).
• 5–10 years in top-tier firm or in-house counsel.
• Strong track record negotiating high-value commercial agreements.
• Experience advising on corporate transactions and cross-functional matters preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead review, drafting, and negotiation of complex commercial and procurement agreements.
• Advise on corporate matters including M&A, financings, restructurings, and strategic transactions.
• Counsel business teams on environmental, permitting, land, water rights, employment, compliance, and regulatory matters.
• Manage litigation and disputes, including oversight of outside counsel.
• Support corporate governance, subsidiary management, and corporate secretarial requirements.
• Partner with regional leadership to mitigate risk, ensure compliance, and deliver legal training and policy guidance.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Regulatory compliance

M&A support

Cross-functional collaboration

Environmental law

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Corporate Counsel - Mining Operations (PR/609596) Las Vegas, Nevada

Salary: USD140000 - USD200000 per annum

Corporate Counsel - Mining Operations

Key Responsibilities

• Lead legal review, drafting, and negotiation of complex commercial and procurement agreements.
• Advise on corporate matters, including M&A, financings, restructurings, and other strategic transactions.
• Counsel business teams on environmental, permitting, land, water rights, employment, compliance, and regulatory matters.
• Manage litigation and disputes, including oversight of outside counsel.
• Support corporate governance, subsidiary management, and corporate secretarial requirements.
• Partner with regional leadership to mitigate risk, ensure legal compliance, and deliver legal training and policy guidance.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active U.S. bar membership.
• 5-10 years of experience in a top-tier law firm and/or in-house legal role.
• Strong background in negotiating high-value commercial agreements.
• Experience advising on corporate transactions and cross-functional business matters preferred.

Preferred

• Industry experience in mining