Assistant General Counsel

Position Summary

The Assistant General Counsel will support the firm’s General Counsel in legal matters and reporting. The position is located in Long Beach, CA; Walnut Creek, CA; San Francisco, CA; Bellevue, WA or Portland, OR, with remote or hybrid options depending on business needs.

Your Contributions and Responsibilities

• Assist the General Counsel in advising and representing the firm in legal and contractual matters.
• Provide legal guidance on client disputes, claims, professional standards, compliance, licensing issues, and employee matters.
• Prepare and review engagement letters, master services agreements, RFP responses, subcontractor, Kovel, non‑disclosure, SaaS, and other client and third‑party agreements.
• Independent management of subpoena compliance and other court‑related proceedings.
• Collaborate with Facilities to review lease and real‑estate documents.
• Protect the firm’s intellectual property, advise on fundamentals of IP protection, and coordinate with outside counsel on complex matters.
• Investigate and resolve employment‑related legal issues.
• Manage contracts/legal team to ensure timely resolution of stakeholder requests and meet KPIs/goals.
• Perform other projects as assigned.

Your Background and Skills

• Juris Doctor degree with 5 to 8 years of experience as a practicing attorney at a law firm or in‑house corporate attorney.
• Good standing with the Bar of at least one U.S. state.
• Detail‑oriented with excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize competing deadlines.
• Ability to anticipate and identify issues, weigh risks strategically.
• Demonstrated experience drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and advising on a variety of contracts, including vendor and client agreements.
• Strong legal research experience across multiple practice areas.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Desire to provide prompt, high‑quality service to firm stakeholders.
• Ability to explain complex legal issues to non‑legal stakeholders concisely.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, keeping management informed of matters requiring attention.
• Interest in a long‑term role within a growing legal department.
• Required litigation experience.
• Professional liability defense experience preferred but not required.

Benefits

• Increased number of paid holidays per year.
• Competitive salaries with continuous market reviews.
• Flexible working hours and arrangements, including remote and hybrid options.
• Inclusive workplace with strong professional growth and development opportunities.
• 401(k) with profit‑sharing.
• Discretionary annual bonuses for eligible positions and CPA bonus plan.
• Emphasis on quality work‑life integration.
• Dress‑for‑your‑day policy.
• National firm resources and opportunities to engage with Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and affinity groups.

Compensation

$163,000 to $220,000 depending on experience. More is possible if experience dictates.

Equal Opportunity and Inclusive Employment

Novogradac and Company LLP is an equal‑opportunity employer. We value diversity in age, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, and all backgrounds. We provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities or special needs and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to apply.