Senior In-House General Counsel - Corporate & Indian Law

Mille Lacs Corporate Ventures; Onamia (MN); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Mille Lacs Corporate Ventures seeks an experienced in-house counsel in Minnesota to deliver comprehensive legal guidance across the company and its subsidiaries. The role focuses on corporate, contract, gaming, and regulatory matters, with a strong emphasis on M&A support and tribal law compliance.

The candidate will collaborate with the General Counsel, manage outside counsel, and help shape compliance programs while maintaining discretion and strategic alignment with Mille Lacs Band interests.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice in the State of Minnesota.
• At least five years’ experience in corporate law, M&A, or related areas.

Responsibilities

• Advise Mille Lacs Corporate Ventures and subsidiaries in all areas of law.
• Provide legal support for business development, marketing, and administration; assist in contract negotiations.
• Support employee benefit plans including communication, design, and compliance; risk analysis for development projects and acquisitions.
• Establish compliance processes tailored to relevant industries; work with Band Government Affairs to protect business interests.
• Manage outside counsel on assigned projects; draft and amend Band law with tribal government counsel; align with General Counsel’s guidance.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Contract law

M&A

Regulatory compliance

Employment law

Interpersonal skills

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

Mille Lacs Corporate Ventures seeks an experienced in-house counsel in Minnesota to deliver comprehensive legal guidance across the company and its subsidiaries. The role focuses on corporate, contract, gaming, and regulatory matters, with a strong emphasis on M&A support and tribal law compliance.

The candidate will collaborate with the General Counsel, manage outside counsel, and help shape compliance programs while maintaining discretion and strategic alignment with Mille Lacs Band interests.