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Legal Counsel

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Acceleration Partners

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Location/Place/Mode

Greater Houston (Remote / Work-from-Home)

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Eligibility

J.D. and active bar membership (or retired in good standing) with 8+ years of legal experience, with meaningful depth in contract law.

Opportunity

Title: Legal Counsel
Category: Jobs
Organiser: Acceleration Partners
Location: Greater Houston (Remote / Work-from-Home)
Eligibility: J.D. and active bar membership (or retired in good standing) with 8+ years of legal experience, with meaningful depth in contract law. Prior in-house or agency/services industry experience is preferred.
Salary/Remuneration: Target base salary of $160,000 - $180,000 + bonus (depending on location and experience).
Deadline: Not specified
Description: Acceleration Partners is seeking a full-time, remote Legal Counsel to serve as an in-house legal resource. The role involves managing client and vendor contracts, handling low-level disputes, partnering with the HR team on employment matters, and supporting corporate governance across global entities. This is a unique opportunity for an attorney seeking meaningful, substantive work in a flexible, fully remote environment.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Client Contracts: Own the end-to-end client contract process, drafting, reviewing, and negotiating client services agreements.
  • Vendor Contracts: Review supplier agreements, verify compliance with regulations, and ensure vendors meet data privacy and security standards.
  • Disputes and Legal Matters: Handle low-level disputes, provide legal guidance to internal teams, and coordinate with external counsel on complex issues.
  • HR Legal Advisory: Partner with the People team to advise on employment-related legal questions and compliance.
  • Corporate Governance: Support basic corporate governance matters across global entities, including drafting resolutions and coordinating filings.
Perks & Benefits:
  • 100% remote work for everyone
  • Group medical, dental, and vision coverage insurance
  • 401K with matching
  • Open Paid Time Off and Wellness Breaks
  • Wellness, Technology & Education Allowances
Application Link: Apply on LinkedIn