Sr. Legal Counsel

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Overview

Join our movement, be part of the progress, and help ensure a healthier future for all.

You have:

  • Current license in good standing to practice law. Graduate of an ABA-accredited law school.
  • Eight (8) years of experience as a practicing attorney in a corporate law department, preferably involving contracts, intellectual property, and governmental regulatory affairs, and at least five (5) years of experience in drafting and negotiating intellectual property licenses.
  • Current working knowledge of general corporate and administrative areas of law, including contract, property, and intellectual property, business, and corporation law.
  • Skill at analytical thinking and preparing clear and concise documents, and proven skill at legal research and drafting.
  • Skill at effective oral and written communications, negotiating, and interacting with individuals at all levels in the Association, business, government, and the public.
  • Ability to handle diverse clients and a substantial workload while providing timely and relevant legal support.
  • Ability to engage and interact with internal and external legal customers effectively.
  • Ability to travel 5% local and overnight stay.

Potential interview questions

Describe a situation where you had to provide legal guidance under tight deadlines. What was the outcome? This assesses your ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines. Provide an example that outlines the situation, your actions, and the resolution.
How do you stay updated on legal developments that could impact our organization? This question evaluates your proactive approach to legal research and ongoing learning. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you provide an example of how you have managed outside counsel effectively? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What methods do you use to communicate complex legal issues to non-legal stakeholders? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe your experience with negotiating contracts. What strategy do you find most effective? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you approach compliance issues within an organization? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Give an example of a legal challenge you faced and how you resolved it. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you prioritize multiple legal cases or tasks simultaneously? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Added 6 months ago - Updated 5 months ago - Source: heart.org