Senior Counsel, Employment & California Gambling Compliance

Parkwest Casinos / Fortiss; Bell Gardens (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortiss, LLC is seeking an experienced Senior Counsel to advise stakeholders on employment practices, organizational decisions, and regulatory compliance. The role includes managing litigation and coordinating with outside counsel, with a focus on California cardroom regulations and compliance.

The Senior Counsel will monitor developments in law, prepare opinions, train leaders, and contribute to policy development, balancing legal and business considerations.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and active California Bar membership.
• Minimum seven years of relevant litigation experience, with employment matters.
• Ability to manage cases independently, including discovery, motions, depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trial prep.
• Working knowledge of California gambling law and regulatory framework or ability to develop it quickly.
• Direct client-contact experience advising stakeholders and handling matters with limited oversight.
• Excellent legal research, writing, analytical, negotiation, and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage litigation, regulatory inquiries, audits, and related disputes.
• Develop and execute litigation strategies aligned with business priorities and risk goals.
• Coordinate with outside counsel when needed.
• Advise on federal, state, and local regulatory requirements affecting California cardroom industry.
• Provide practical guidance on risk management, disputes, and compliance to internal stakeholders.
• Contribute to policy, procedures, and program development; monitor regulatory developments.

Skills

Litigation management

Regulatory compliance

Risk assessment

Negotiation

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Stakeholder advisory

Leadership

Integrity

Research skills

Travel willingness

Education

Juris Doctor

California Bar

Job description

Fortiss, LLC is seeking an experienced Senior Counsel to advise stakeholders on employment practices, organizational decisions, and regulatory compliance. The role includes managing litigation and coordinating with outside counsel, with a focus on California cardroom regulations and compliance.

The Senior Counsel will monitor developments in law, prepare opinions, train leaders, and contribute to policy development, balancing legal and business considerations.