Assistant General Counsel [165516]

A-Line Staffing is now hiring an Assistant General Counsel in Houston, TX!
This position will be working with a large public higher education institution and offers meaningful exposure to a broad range of legal matters within an Office of General Counsel. This role has strong professional development and long-term career growth potential.

Assistant General Counsel Highlights

• The pay for this position is $65.00 - $75.00 per hour.
• Entry-level attorney role (up to 5 years of experience)
• Interview Type: Virtual
• Onsite / Hybrid based on institutional needs
• Employment Type: Direct Hire

Responsibilities

• Respond to a wide range of legal inquiries from departments across the institution
• Draft, review, revise, and negotiate contracts including purchase agreements, license agreements, interlocal agreements, sponsored research agreements, and construction contracts
• Assist the Office of General Counsel (OGC) with contract management and compliance initiatives
• Draft official legal responses on behalf of the institution to enforcement agencies and adjudicatory bodies
• Oversee and coordinate timely responses to records requests and subpoenas, including compliance with:
– Texas Public Information Act (TPIA)
– Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
• Support development and revision of institutional policies, procedures, and compliance documentation
• Represent the OGC in administrative proceedings, investigations, student disciplinary matters, internal grievances, and termination hearings
• Conduct legal research and analysis and draft legal memoranda
• Draft correspondence, reports, and communications on behalf of the OGC
• Serve as liaison with outside counsel on litigation and non-litigation matters
• Stay current on federal, state, and local legal developments impacting higher education
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school
• Licensed to practice law in the State of Texas
• Entry-level attorney with 0–5 years of experience
• Minimum 1 year of legal experience preferred , including experience with:
– Higher education institutions, or
– Public agencies
• Transactional legal experience and familiarity with public procurement preferred
• Strong legal research skills using Westlaw and/or LexisNexis
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and web-based research tools

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws applicable to public universities
• Understanding of compliance requirements, policies, and procedures
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• High degree of integrity, discretion, and sound judgment
• Ability to work independently while collaborating closely with OGC leadership

Work Environment

• Routine office environment
• Sitting or standing for extended periods
• Occasional light lifting or carrying
• Regular use of computer and video display terminals

Benefits Available

• Benefits are available to full-time employees after 90 days of employment
• A 401(k) with a company match is available for full-time employees with 1 year of service

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