Corporate Counsel / Senior In-House Counsel

Idyllic Enterprises, LLC; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 175,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Idyllic Enterprises, LLC is seeking an experienced in-house counsel in Missouri to partner with executive leadership on corporate, litigation, and IP matters. You will manage contracts, governance, and risk, while coordinating with outside counsel as needed.

The ideal candidate has a JD from an ABA-accredited school, active state bar, about 10 years in corporate law and litigation, and prosecutorial IP experience.

Qualifications

• J.D. from ABA-accredited law school required.
• Active bar membership in good standing required.
• Approximately 10 years in a law firm handling corporate matters and litigation.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary legal advisor to executive leadership on corporate, commercial, and strategic matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate vendor, client contracts, NDAs, employment agreements, and partnerships.
• Oversee corporate governance, entity maintenance, board resolutions, and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee litigation and disputes, including strategy and outside counsel management.
• Provide risk management guidance and IP portfolio oversight as needed.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and industry standards.

Skills

Legal drafting

Negotiation

Strategic thinking

Independent yet collaborative

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Active state bar admission

Job description

About Idyllic Enterprises

Idyllic Enterprises is a growing, multi-faceted organization dedicated to excellence, innovation, and integrity. We are seeking a seasoned, strategic, and business-minded attorney to join our team as our new in-house counsel. This is a high-visibility role that will serve as a trusted legal partner to executive leadership while managing a broad range of corporate, litigation, and intellectual property matters.

Position Overview

We are looking for an attorney who can handle all corporate legal matters while possessing strong, hands-on litigation experience. The ideal candidate is a well-rounded legal professional with deep law firm experience in corporate law and litigation, and—ideally—a background as a prosecuting attorney that demonstrates exceptional courtroom and case-management ability.

This role offers a unique opportunity to build and shape the legal function of a dynamic enterprise, working on matters that directly impact the company’s growth and success.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as primary legal advisor to executive leadership on corporate, commercial, and strategic matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts, including vendor agreements, client contracts, NDAs, employment agreements, and partnership documents.
• Manage corporate governance, entity maintenance, board resolutions, and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee all litigation and dispute resolution, including direct case handling, settlement strategy, trial preparation, and management of outside counsel.
• Provide strategic advice on risk management and mitigation across the organization.
• If applicable, manage intellectual property matters, including trademark and patent strategy, IP portfolio management, licensing, and enforcement.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Develop and implement corporate legal policies, procedures, and training.
• Advise on employment, labor, and human resources-related legal matters.

Qualifications

Required Experience & Education

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with at least one state bar.
• Approximately 10 years of experience in a law firm handling corporate matters, including litigation.
• Strong and demonstrable litigation experience, including motions practice, discovery, negotiations, and trial preparation or trial experience.
• Solid knowledge of corporate law, contracts, compliance, and general business law.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience as a prosecuting attorney (e.g., Assistant District Attorney, Deputy District Attorney, or similar role), demonstrating strong courtroom advocacy, case strategy, and high-pressure legal decision-making.
• Registered patent attorney with the USPTO, or the ability to become registered, with experience managing intellectual property portfolios.

Core Competencies

• Excellent legal writing, drafting, and negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic-thinking abilities.
• Ability to work independently while functioning as a collaborative team leader.
• Exceptional communication skills—able to translate complex legal concepts for business leaders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and handle high-stakes matters with composure.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $175,000 – $225,000 per year, commensurate with experience/abilities.
• Potentially eligible for performance-based bonus.
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
• Meaningful work in a collaborative, supportive environment with significant autonomy and executive visibility.

Idyllic Enterprises is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply.