In-House Counsel

KTGY; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible healthcare plans (HDHP with H

Company-paid dental and eye care

Comprehensive life/AD&D/disability

401k matching program (100% vesting)

Professional Development Program for a

In-office hybrid work model

Flexible Alternative Work Week

PTO and holidays

Employee Assistance Program (mental健康)

Wellness programs and resources

Family-friendly perks

Job summary

KTGY in Irvine, CA seeks an In-House Counsel to support the firm’s architectural practice and corporate needs. The role focuses on contracts, insurance, policy development, business registration, and compliance, requiring collaboration with technical and support teams across the organization.

The ideal candidate will build relationships, negotiate complex contracts, and manage multiple projects with a practical, business-oriented mindset. Strong drafting and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• J.D. with admission to at least one bar.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a legal role.
• Experience or knowledge of construction and design is a plus.
• Strong time management and workflow efficiency skills.
• Excellent organization and multitasking abilities.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Experience in Architecture, Engineering or Homebuilder fields preferred.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate design service contracts for residential, senior living, hospitality, retail and mixed-use projects across the country and internationally.
• Negotiate and draft sub consultant contracts, vendor service contracts, settlement agreements, nondisclosure agreements, and various legal correspondence.
• Manage insurance policies and liaise with the firm’s insurance brokers.
• Assist with the management and coordination of special projects that need legal expertise.
• Liaison with outside counsel on litigation.
• Negotiate and settle disputes with clients and sub consultants.
• Assist in evaluation of current and prospective policies and procedures, implementation and rollout of corporate policies.
• Ability to manage multiple projects at once.
• Practical, business-oriented approach to problem solving.
• Ability to communicate legal concepts to architects and other non-attorneys.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Legal drafting

Communication

Project management

Multitasking

Education

J.D. with bar admission

Job description

About KTGY

With strategic office locations across the U.S. and more than three decades of design leadership, KTGY brings together architecture, interior design, branded environments and urban design to realize innovative concepts for how people live. Guided by our core values of design, collaboration, care and partnership our teams realize solutions that make a positive impact for our clients, communities, individuals and the environment. We merge vision, research and our people-centric storytelling and design process to transform possibilities into thriving residential, retail, hospitality and mixed-use destinations.

About KTGY

With strategic office locations across the U.S. and more than three decades of design leadership, KTGY brings together architecture, interior design, branded environments and urban design to realize innovative concepts for how people live. Guided by our core values of design, collaboration, care and partnership our teams realize solutions that make a positive impact for our clients, communities, individuals and the environment. We merge vision, research and our people-centric storytelling and design process to transform possibilities into thriving residential, retail, hospitality and mixed-use destinations.

This role is Hybrid in any of our offices:

Irvine, CA., Los Angeles, CA., Oakland, CA. Dallas, TX. Denver, CO. Chicago, IL. or Washington D.C.

In-House Counsel

Your Impact

The new role of In-House Counsel will have an opportunity to make a lasting impact on the firm by supporting the firm’s core practice of architecture, as well as various corporate legal needs such as professional service contracts, insurance, development of corporate policies, business registration, and compliance. A tight collaborative relationship with all technical and support teams and a solid grasp of the AEC industry will be key to success in this role. The ideal candidate will be able to build relationships across our organization through various communication methods and collaboration to adjust and pivot to the ever-changing needs of the firm. Trust, influence, and strong project management skills will be crucial to the success of this role.

Your Role

• Negotiate design service contracts for residential, senior living, hospitality, retail and mixed-use projects across the country and internationally
• Negotiate and draft sub consultant contracts, vendor service contracts, settlement agreements, nondisclosure agreements, and various legal correspondence
• Manage insurance policies and liaison with firm’s insurance brokers
• Assist with the management and coordination of special projects that need legal expertise
• Liaison with outside counsel on litigation
• Negotiate and settle disputes with clients and sub consultants
• Assist in evaluation of current and prospective policies and procedures, implementation and rollout of corporate policies
• Ability to manage multiple projects at once
• Practical, business-oriented approach to problem solving
• Ability to work effectively both independently and in collaboration with others, including designers and support departments
• Resourceful
• Strong drafting skills
• Ability to communicate legal concepts and concerns to architects and other non-attorneys

Minimum Qualifications

• J.D. with admission to at least one bar
• Minimum of 3 years of experience
• Experience or knowledge of construction and design a plus
• Basic office skills and business acumen
• Strong time management/workflow efficiency skills
• Accurate and detail oriented
• Strong organization skills, ability to multitask
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Experience in Architecture, Engineering or Homebuilder fields preferred

KTGY Perks - We Care About Your Health & Wellbeing

Design What Works For You

• Flexible healthcare plans that fit your needs, including an HDHP with company contribution to HSA
• Smile bright with company-paid dental and keep your vision sharp with covered eye care
• Comprehensive insurance package including life, AD&D, and disability coverage - because we've got your back

Let’s Partner on Your Future

• Jump-start your retirement with our 401k matching program - you're 100% vested from day one
• Level up your career and earn a bonus for obtaining licensure or accreditation with our Professional Development Program

A Collaborative Work Environment with Flexibility

• Find your perfect balance with our in-office hybrid work model
• Flexible Alternative Work Week options - design a schedule that works for you
• PTO and holidays to recharge and celebrate

Thrive Together

• Your mental health matters: Free, unlimited resources through our Employee Assistance Program
• Stay energized with wellness programs and resources
• Extra perks and benefits that extend to your family

Next Steps

Does that sound like you? Apply online and tell us about yourself!

The range that the company expects to pay is $140,000 - $170,000 per year.