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In-House

In-House Counsel refers to attorneys employed directly by corporations or organizations to handle their legal matters. These professionals manage a diverse array of legal issues, including corporate compliance, labor and employment, transactions, and intellectual property. In-house counsels are integral to guiding business strategies within the legal framework, combining legal expertise with business acumen to align their advice with the organization’s goals and operations.

Public Interest – Senior Environmental Litigation Attorney
Our client, the Midwest's leading environmental legal advocacy organization, seeks a skilled litigation attorney with 10+ years of strong federal and state court litigation experience for a full-time position in its Chicago HQ office (preferred) or Minneapolis or Washington D.C. regional offices.
In-House
Litigation
Other
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Corporate Attorney for Successful Asset Manager
Our client, an established and growing credit focused asset manager, seeks a bright, mid-level corporate attorney to join its legal team in Chicago.
Corporate/Securities
In-House
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In-House: Junior Transactional Attorney
Our client, a large, private, longstanding and highly successful healthcare service provider, seeks a junior transactional attorney in its headquarters in Elmhurst.
In-House
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In-House Counsel – Public Company Securities Counsel
Our client, a highly successful and rapidly growing, private international financial company is going public. They seek a well-trained public company securities attorney to join their in-house legal department in Chicago as counsel.
In-House
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In-House Counsel – Philadelphia, PA
EXCLUSIVE Our client, a national redeveloper of large industrial properties with $2.5B in assets under management (“Company”), seeks a Legal Director (“LD”) for its redevelopment project in Philadelphia (“Project”).
In-House
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High-tech Corporate Counsel for Education Company
EXCLUSIVE. Our client, a leading global education technology company, seeks a skilled, motivated and mature Corporate Counsel to join its global legal team working from the company’s Chicago suburb office.
Corporate/Securities
In-House
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Associate General Counsel
EXCLUSIVE: Our client, a highly-successful and growing, acquisition-focused, middle-market, private company is seeking a talented, well-rounded, junior corporate associate for the role of Associate General Counsel at its corporate headquarters in downtown Chicago.
Corporate/Securities
In-House
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Why Atticus Recruiting’s Process is Superior    

Atticus Recruiting’s approach to sourcing In-House Counsel candidates is marked by a deep understanding of the unique intersection between legal expertise and business acumen. Recognizing that in-house counsels play a pivotal role in the strategic decision-making of an organization, our process emphasizes not only legal proficiency but also the ability to integrate seamlessly into corporate cultures and business environments. We meticulously assess candidates for their skills in managing complex legal issues, while also evaluating their capacity for contributing to business strategies and operations. 

Our success lies in our expansive network and personalized recruitment strategy. We have cultivated relationships across a broad spectrum of industries, allowing us access to a diverse pool of top-tier legal talent. This, combined with our tailored approach to each search, enables us to match organizations with candidates who not only meet the required legal qualifications but who also align with the company’s specific needs and values. In doing so, Atticus Recruiting ensures that the candidates we place are positioned to become key assets to their employers, driving legal and business success in tandem. 

What Do We Expect from You? 

In the role of In-House Counsel, candidates are expected to navigate a myriad of responsibilities pivotal to the legal and strategic operations of an organization. At the forefront is the provision of legal advice, where they must offer sound, clear guidance on a range of legal matters. This includes adept crisis management, where candidates are expected to efficiently handle unexpected legal challenges while minimizing risk and safeguarding the organization’s reputation. 

Contract management forms a significant part of the In-House Counsel’s responsibilities. Candidates must demonstrate expertise in reviewing, drafting, and negotiating contracts, ensuring they are legally sound and align with the organization’s interests. Alongside this, they are expected to possess strong skills in dispute resolution, capable of resolving conflicts in a manner that is both legally compliant and beneficial for the organization. 

Compliance and regulatory affairs are another critical area. Candidates should be proficient in reviewing and managing compliance with all relevant laws and regulations. This encompasses conducting governance reviews, ensuring policies are up-to-date, and navigating complex regulatory environments. 

Furthermore, In-House Counsels often play a strategic role in major organizational changes, such as mergers and acquisitions. They must be equipped to handle the legal aspects of these processes, from due diligence to the final stages of acquisition and integration. 

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