Part-Time General Counsel

Unisco; Walnut (CA); On-site; USD 138,000 - 193,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Leadership development programs

AI literacy programs

Career growth opportunities

Free luncheons

Job summary

UNIS in Walnut, CA seeks a Part-Time General Counsel to serve as a legal resource for executive leadership with a primary focus on commercial real estate, leasing, and property transactions. The role also covers employment and HR matters, business contracts, and day-to-day legal issues, coordinating with outside counsel when needed.

The ideal candidate has strong CRE experience, particularly with industrial/warehouse properties, and California employment and HR advisory experience.

Qualifications

• J.D. and active California State Bar membership.
• At least five years of relevant legal experience, including substantial CRE and leasing work.
• Demonstrated ability to independently draft, redline, and negotiate CRE agreements.
• Experience advising on landlord–tenant obligations, transaction risks, and property‑related disputes.
• Experience advising employers on California employment law and day‑to‑day HR matters.
• Practical business judgment and the ability to explain legal issues and recommended next steps to executives.
• Strong organization, discretion, and follow‑through.
• Availability for a consistent part‑time schedule in Walnut office.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial leases, subleases, amendments, renewals, assignments, landlord consents, license agreements, and termination or surrender agreements.
• Review and negotiate letters of intent, purchase and sale agreements, brokerage and commission agreements, and related real estate documents.
• Support acquisitions and dispositions, including due diligence, title and survey review, easements, escrow coordination, and closing documents.
• Advise on lease obligations and property issues, including rent, operating expenses, repairs, maintenance, insurance, indemnification, permitted use, and property access.
• Address defaults, security deposits, letters of credit, restoration obligations, and landlord–tenant disputes; prepare notices, demand letters, and settlement agreements.
• Advise on property-use and compliance issues, coordinating with local or specialized counsel as needed.
• Coordinate outside counsel on litigation and multistate or specialized real estate matters, while managing costs, deadlines, and progress.
• Maintain legal document templates, track active matters and transaction deadlines, and provide clear recommendations to executive leadership.
• Advise leadership and HR on employee relations, hiring, performance management, discipline, terminations, and separation agreements.
• Review employment documents and workplace policies; advise on California wage‑and‑hour matters, employee classification, leave, accommodations, and workplace complaints.
• Support workplace investigations and employee disputes, coordinating with outside employment counsel when specialized support is needed.
• Review general business contracts and advise on day-to-day corporate and operational legal issues.

Skills

Commercial real estate

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Executive communication

Employment law

HR guidance

Education

J.D.

California Bar

Job description

Part-Time General Counsel

Walnut, CA

Employment Type: Part-Time

Rate of Pay: $100–$140 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications

We offer flexibility to arrange shorter workdays Monday through Friday or a schedule concentrated over 2–3 days per week. This is an in-office position. Weekly hours and specific office days will be agreed upon with the selected candidate, generally targeting 20–25 hours per week.

We’re looking for a Part-Time General Counsel to join our team, where you’ll serve as a legal resource for executive leadership, with a primary focus on commercial real estate, leasing, and property transactions. The role will also provide guidance on employment and HR matters, business contracts, and day-to-day legal issues, coordinating with outside counsel when specialized support is needed.

The ideal candidate has strong commercial real estate experience, particularly with industrial and warehouse properties, and experience advising on California employment and HR matters. This attorney will work directly with executive leadership and internal teams, manage matters independently, and provide practical recommendations that support business decisions.

Your Impact:

As a Part-Time General Counsel, you will:

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial leases, subleases, amendments, renewals, assignments, landlord consents, license agreements, and termination or surrender agreements.
• Review and negotiate letters of intent, purchase and sale agreements, brokerage and commission agreements, and related real estate documents.
• Support acquisitions and dispositions, including due diligence, title and survey review, easements, escrow coordination, and closing documents.
• Advise on lease obligations and property issues, including rent, operating expenses, repairs, maintenance, insurance, indemnification, permitted use, and property access.
• Address defaults, security deposits, letters of credit, restoration obligations, and landlord–tenant disputes; prepare notices, demand letters, and settlement agreements.
• Advise on property-use and compliance issues, coordinating with local or specialized counsel as needed.
• Coordinate outside counsel on litigation and multistate or specialized real estate matters, while managing costs, deadlines, and progress.
• Maintain legal document templates, track active matters and transaction deadlines, and provide clear recommendations to executive leadership.
• Advise leadership and HR on employee relations, hiring, performance management, discipline, terminations, and separation agreements.
• Review employment documents and workplace policies; advise on California wage‑and‑hour matters, employee classification, leave, accommodations, and workplace complaints.
• Support workplace investigations and employee disputes, coordinating with outside employment counsel when specialized support is needed.
• Review general business contracts and advise on day-to-day corporate and operational legal issues.

What You Bring to the Table:

• J.D. and active California State Bar membership in good standing.
• At least five years of relevant legal experience, including substantial commercial real estate and leasing work.
• Demonstrated ability to independently draft, redline, and negotiate commercial real estate agreements.
• Experience advising on landlord–tenant obligations, transaction risks, and property‑related disputes.
• Experience advising employers on California employment law and day‑to‑day HR matters.
• Practical business judgment and the ability to explain legal issues and recommended next steps to executives and nonlegal teams.
• Strong organization, responsiveness, discretion, and follow‑through.
• Availability for a consistent part‑time schedule in Cubework’s Walnut office.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with industrial and warehouse properties, subleasing, and flexible-space arrangements.
• Experience with commercial acquisitions, dispositions, and lease assignments.
• Prior in‑house counsel experience or experience representing owners, operators, or tenants with multiple properties.
• Experience supporting real estate portfolios across multiple states.

UNIS accelerates logistics success through a powerful, technology‑driven Transportation Management System designed to deliver exceptional control, real‑time visibility, and scalable adaptability across complex supply chain networks. We are committed to elevating both our people and our operations, continuously pushing toward higher standards of performance and innovation.

As our clients partner with UNIS, the relationship extends far beyond transactional logistics support. We serve as a strategic partner, unlocking a suite of value‑added services powered by advanced analytics, intelligent automation, and data‑driven insights. By unifying transportation, assets, and information through AI‑enabled technology, UNIS helps clients optimize decision‑making, enhance operational efficiency, and drive smarter, more resilient supply chains.

Perks & Benefits:

We believe in supporting our people both professionally and personally. Our benefits include:

• Competitive health benefits
• Paid time off in accordance with company policy and applicable state requirements
• Leadership and professional development programs
• Opportunities to build AI literacy through hands‑on use of intelligent systems and automation that support human, data‑driven decision‑making.
• Internal growth and career mobility opportunities
• Free luncheons and on‑site team events

Use of AI & Technology:

UNIS leverages AI‑enabled tools and automation to enhance efficiency, insights, and decision support across our operations. These tools are designed to support human judgment—not replace it. All employment‑related decisions, including hiring, performance management, and career development, are made by people, guided by data, experience, and our company values.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. UNIS promotes diversity and inclusivity in all forms, which helps to shape our company culture and industry leading third‑party logistics. UNIS provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace for all employees, and we proudly support the Crown Act.

Please note that all applicants are subject to background checks prior to hire, and are required to provide proof of employment eligibility upon hire. The Company may participate in E-Verify, where applicable.