Family Office General Counsel

Company: Harwood Inc
Location: Dallas
Posted on: April 28, 2024

Job Description:

• Provides continuing counsel and guidance on legal matters and on legal implications of all matters regarding Harwood International and all other entities.
• Provide expert and strategic legal advice to management on all major business transactions, including acquisitions, divestitures, and joint ventures.
• Provide strategic tax advice.
• Defines a strategic defense and approves settlements of disputes.
• Oversees the selection, retention, management, and evaluation of all outside counsel.
• Set internal governance policies and manage the impact of external factors.
• Anticipate issues and estimate risks strategically.
• Upholds compliance with applicable SEC et al. laws and regulations.
• Uphold ethics and integrity in the decision-making process.
• Draft agreements with the intent of minimizing risks and maximizing legal rights.
• Deal with complex, significant matters that cut across legal and related areas.
• Decision making
• Job knowledge
• Integrity / ethics
• Interpersonal skills
• Leadership
• Managing conflict
• Problem solving / analysis
• Strategic thinking / management
• Time management and organizational skillsRequired Education & Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Law or related field
  • Jurisdiction Doctor
  • Admitted to the bar
  • Minimum of 6 years' experience in a law firm environment
  • Overall broad legal knowledge US and International
  • In- depth understanding of legal issues in organizations
  • Ability to develop legal strategies and objectives.Preferred Education & Experience
    • Master's degree in Business administrations or related field
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