In-House
Cleveland, OH
Construction - General Attorney / Corporate - General Attorney in Cleveland, OH
Attorney
1-3 yrs required
No
Job Title:
Associate General Counsel
Job Responsibilities:
- Assist in developing corporate policies, procedures, and programs.
- Review corporate transactions, including contract and lease reviews/negotiations.
- Consult with the Chief Legal Officer and General Counsel to evaluate project and employment claims made against or on behalf of the company.
- Participate in business transactions such as acquisitions, divestitures, and joint ventures.
- Engage in the legal aspects of the company's financing, assessing current and future business structures and legal entities.
- Advise on best practices in corporate governance and have an understanding of compliance and regulatory issues.
- Participate in the evaluation of the company’s insurance programs.
- Support patent pursuits by the company.
Education and Experience Information:
- 1 – 3 years of experience in construction and transactional law. In-house counsel experience is strongly preferred, although relevant outside counsel experience will also be considered.
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school is required. An undergraduate degree in Engineering or Architecture is preferred.
- Active bar membership is required.
- Must have excellent legal, analytical, and communication skills.
- Developed and professional interpersonal skills are necessary, with the ability to interact effectively at all organizational levels of the company.
- Working knowledge of Adobe software and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) are required.
Salary Information:
- The anticipated salary range for this position is $99,000 to $116,000 annually.
- The position is eligible for a performance-based bonus each year.
Additional Information:
SmithGroup offers flexible scheduling, a hybrid work environment, and 3 weeks of PTO within the first year of employment, with the option of purchasing additional time off. Employees receive 8 paid federal holidays plus 15 extra Fridays off. The benefits plan includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellbeing resources, paid parental leave, a flexible spending account, and voluntary insurance options. The company invests in employees' futures through a 401(k) program with employer matching, a tuition reimbursement program, one-on-one career coaching, and professional development opportunities.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
SmithGroup is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. If a reasonable accommodation is required to complete the application, interview, or otherwise participate in the employee selection process, inquiries should be directed to the provided email address.
Jun 04, 2025
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