Legal Counsel

Pathways Management Group; California (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Pathways Management Group in California is seeking a Corporate Counsel to lead its legal department for a large charter school management company. Responsibilities include managing legal functions, supervising litigation, and drafting essential legal documents. The ideal candidate will have a Juris Doctor Degree from an ABA-accredited law school, be admitted to the California State Bar, and possess 2-3 years of in-house counsel experience. Strong communication skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities are essential. A commitment to diversity and inclusion is fundamental to our culture.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years’ in-house counsel experience required.
• Juris Doctor Degree from an ABA accredited law school and admittance to the State Bar of California is required.
• Experience in education or an education related field a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Manage overall function of the legal department.
• Supervise pending and active litigation matters.
• Draft or oversee contracts and governance documents.
• Develop written products to describe complex legal issues.
• Coordinate responses to legal issues as they arise.

Skills

Excellent research, writing, and editing skills

Strong oral communication skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Efficient, organized work style

Problem-solving skills

Ability to adapt to changing circumstances

Willingness to travel domestically and internationally

Education

Juris Doctor Degree from an ABA accredited law school

Admittance to the State Bar of California

2-3 years in-house counsel experience

Job description

The Corporate Counsel will be responsible for the overall function of the legal department of a large charter school management company. The Corporate Counsel will provide legal project management and guidance relating to a variety of topics including California Education Code interpretation and charter school law, charter school operations, for-profit and nonprofit company operations including governance and corporate formalities, and real estate acquisition and management. This position will supervise pending and active litigation matters including mediations and arbitrations, and will also act as a liaison for local governments and local school districts to help promote company expansion.

Essential Functions

• Reduces the use of external counsel and manages legal billing.
• Assess and coordinate responses to legal issues, including but not limited to: employment claims, governance issues, subpoenas, contracts, and other legal issues as they arise.
• Drafts or oversees the drafting of contracts, governance documents, leases, and other legal documents as necessary.
• Develops or oversees the development of written products, including policy briefs, research memos, and presentations that concisely and clearly describe complex legal issues and provide analyses and policy options to management.
• Performs other miscellaneous duties as required by the President or his/her representatives.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Excellent research, writing, and editing skills, and an analytical mind.
• Strong oral communication skills, including the ability to effectively distill and present complex information in a concise way.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to work independently, as well as in a team setting.
• Efficient, organized work style and an ability to prioritize quickly and confidently and manage multiple deadlines.
• Ability to make decisions, exercising reasonable judgment with minimal guidance and/or supervision.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and demonstrate problem‑solving skills, while maintaining diplomacy, courtesy, professionalism and a customer service attitude.
• Ability to change direction as priorities shift and thrive in environments that require the ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.
• Must have knowledge of or willingness to learn and research current Educational Policy.

Education and Experience

• 2-3 years’ in‑house counsel experience required.
• Juris Doctor Degree from an ABA accredited law school and admittance to the State Bar of California is required.
• Experience in education or an education related field a plus, but not required.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

At PMG, we embrace the belief that each member on our team brings a unique and invaluable perspective, enriching our collective diversity. We believe that a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce is essential to driving innovation, enhancing employee satisfaction, and making a positive impact in the world.