Corporate Counsel

Set your sights on a career at Heritage Auctions, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, with offices in New York, Chicago, Beverly Hills, London, Hong Kong, and other cities. For the past 47 years, Heritage Auctions has been the largest auction house founded in the U.S. and serves more than 40 different auction categories, including Coins, Sports, Comics, Historical, Jewelry, Fine & Decorative Art, Wine, and many more. 
LOCATION: 
South of Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, NW corner of W. Airport Freeway (Hwy. 183) and Valley View Lane
BENEFITS:
Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
Paid time off
401k savings plans
Daily Pay: Access your pay when you need it!
COMPENSATION: 
Commensurate based on experience
SUMMARY:
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Corporate Counsel to join our corporate legal team. Our Corporate Counsel will play a crucial role in ensuring the legal integrity of our organization's contracts and agreements. This position involves drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of contracts, as well as providing legal advice and support on contract-related matters. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in corporate contract law, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to work independently.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Draft, review, and revise various contracts, including but not limited to, vendor agreements, client contracts, partnership agreements, and employment agreements.
• Ensure that contracts adhere to legal requirements, internal policies, and industry standards.
• Identify and mitigate potential legal risks in contracts.
• Participate in negotiations with external parties to reach mutually acceptable contract terms.
• Provide legal guidance during contract negotiations and recommend adjustments as needed.
• Stay up to date with changes in contract law and related regulations.
• Conduct legal research on specific contract-related issues as required.
• Maintain a systematic record-keeping system for all contracts and agreements.
• Monitor contract deadlines and renewal dates to ensure compliance.
• Assist with contract administration and enforcement, if necessary.
• Offer legal advice and guidance to internal stakeholders on contract-related matters.
• Collaborate with other legal team members on complex legal projects and initiatives.
• Monitor and ensure the company's compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Provide legal advice and guidance to ensure adherence to statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Advise on employment law matters, including employment contracts, terminations, discrimination issues, and employee relations.
• Protect and manage the company's intellectual property rights, including trademarks, patents, copyrights, and trade secrets.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the state bar and a valid license to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction.
• Proven experience as a contract attorney or in a similar legal role.
• Strong knowledge of contract law and contract drafting techniques.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Attention to detail and the ability to spot legal issues.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Experience in a specific industry or sector related to the organization's business.
• Familiarity with contract management software or tools.
• Prior experience in litigation or dispute resolution related to contracts.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Individuals must be able to work independently in a fast-paced environment. This position may require overnight travel based on business needs.
 
Heritage Auctions welcomes and encourages applications from women, minorities, veterans, mature workers, and persons with disabilities. EOE