Associate General Counsel

Orrick currently has an excellent opportunity for an Associate General Counsel based in any of our U.S. offices and consideration given for 100% remote US locations.

The Role: Reporting to the Deputy General Counsel, the Associate General Counsel will work closely with other members of the Office of General Counsel (“OGC”) to assist in managing the legal affairs of the Firm and strategic planning for risk management, including preparing risk management policies, training materials, and templates, and advising on unique client engagement arrangements and client due diligence requests.

The Associate General Counsel is responsible for modeling and acting in accordance with Orrick's client service standards and core values.

• Assist OGC and the Firm’s Risk Management Committee with administration of risk management policies, including drafting policies, alerts, and training materials for the Firm’s lawyers and staff.
• Stay informed of updates to the rules of professional conduct, ethics opinions, and other legal developments, and work with OGC to provide education and alerts regarding same.
• Assist with claims prevention program and claims management including subpoenas.
• Consult with New Business & Conflicts Director and team and partners regarding complicated conflicts of interest, intake issues, engagement terms, and lateral onboarding.
• Extremely strong communication and analytical skills with ability to counsel partners and management on business and ethical conflicts and risk issues.
• Counsel on evolving issues around use of AI in the legal industry.
• Prepare and review secondment agreements, workflow coverage arrangements, local counsel engagement agreements, and Kovel letters.
• Assist in responding to auditor, insurance, and client information requests, and responses to Requests for Proposals, client due diligence questionnaires, and similar inquiries.
• Support annual global risk management audit procedures.
• Assist in the development and implementation of strategic goals and specific projects for risk management.
• Complete special projects on various issues as needed.

• Juris Doctorate and current admission to a U.S. bar in good standing is required.
• Minimum of five years of legal experience, including at least three years of law firm experience.
• Experience with application of various rules and codes of professional responsibility.
• Experience in law firm general counsel’s office preferred.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with all levels of Firm staff and attorneys.
• Creative and practical approach to solving problems that is informed by the Firm’s strategic, business and professional needs.  
• Team-oriented with excellent interpersonal, communication, and counseling skills.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills, coupled with excellent attention to detail.
• Demonstrated commitment to maintaining the highest level of confidentiality, personal integrity, ethics and dedication.
• Flexibility in handling numerous responsibilities simultaneously and responding to ever-changing priorities.  
• Must be willing to work varied hours as needed (covering multiple time zones).
• Some travel required.

Who is Orrick? Orrick is a global law firm focused on delivering innovative solutions for four sectors: Technology & Innovation, Energy & Infrastructure, Finance and Life Sciences & HealthTech. Founded more than 150 years ago in San Francisco, Orrick today has offices in 25+ markets. We are recognized globally for delivering the highest-quality legal advice and for our culture of innovation and collaboration. 

Compensation and Benefits

The expected salary range for this position is between:

• New York City, Silicon Valley, and San Francisco $285,000 - $375,000 
• Washington DC, Los Angeles, Orange County, Santa Monica, Sacramento, Boston, and Seattle $287,000 – $375,000 
• All Other US Locations $250,00 -$375,000 

Orrick is committed to providing a comprehensive, competitive, and thoughtful total compensation package to our attorneys and staff, wherever they work. This compensation and benefits information is based on the Orrick’s estimate as of the date of publication and may be modified in the future. The level of pay within the range will depend on a variety of job-related factors that may include, but not limited to, qualifications, relevant experience or education, particular skills or expertise, geography.  Other compensation may include an annual discretionary merit bonus, which would be determined by Firm and individual performance. 

We offer a full range of elective health benefits including medical, dental, vision and life; robust mental well-being programs; child, family, elder, and pet care benefits; short- and long-term disability and industry leading parental leave benefits, health savings account contributions (w/applicable medical plan), flexible spending accounts, and a 401K program. This role will receive compensated time off through our Flexible Time Off program, and paid holidays. 

Please visit www.orrick.com for more information about the firm.

How to Apply: If you are searching for a chance to create an impact, you have a little grit and you love working with a team, we want to talk with you. To submit your resume and cover letter for this position, please visit our Staff and Paralegal Opportunities Listings at www.orrick.com/Careers. Orrick accepts applications for this position on an ongoing basis, until filled. 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Consistent with the SF Fair Chance Ordinance, an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for the position in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

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