<p>Our client, a leader in sensor and lidar technology, is seeking an experienced Commercial Counsel specializing in Technology Transactions and Intellectual Property to support its global legal operations on a contract basis. This role will focus on complex commercial agreements involving both hardware and software technologies, as well as IP strategy, licensing, and patent portfolio management. The ideal candidate has deep experience negotiating sophisticated technology deals, advising on IP ownership and licensing models, and collaborating cross-functionally in fast-paced, engineering-driven environments. This 20-40 hour a week position offers flexibility for either remote or hybrid arrangements and the opportunity to work closely with engineering, product, and business teams on cutting-edge hardware and software matters.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of complex licensing and commercial contracts related to hardware and integrated software, including technology licenses, OEM agreements, semiconductor, SDK, and supply chain contracts, as well as SaaS, cloud, AI/ML, data-sharing, joint development, and strategic alliance agreements.</li><li>Provide guidance on intellectual property (IP) ownership, licensing models (hardware and software), and open-source software matters.</li><li>Partner with engineering and product teams to evaluate invention disclosures and support the preparation, prosecution, and management of patent portfolios involving both hardware and software innovations (e.g., sensors, semiconductors, embedded systems, robotics, AI-enabled devices).</li><li>Advise on AI/ML use cases, regulatory developments, and integration into commercial products.</li><li>Provide targeted support on data privacy and cybersecurity matters as they intersect with technology and patent strategy, including compliance with global regulations.</li><li>Partner with product, engineering, and business teams to support go-to-market initiatives and compliance requirements.</li><li>Maintain and update form contract language, playbooks, and technology/IP policies.</li><li>Serve as liaison between the Legal Team and global outside counsel with respect to patent portfolio management and work with the General Counsel on IP strategy.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Robert Half has partnered with an International Company who is looking for a Senior Manager – Legal and Commercial North America for their office in Denver, CO. If you have the following experience, please send your resume for immediate consideration to amy.thomas@roberthalf[dot][com].</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Manage legal and regulatory matters and commercial matters for current and prospective North American operations, including supporting expansion into new states or provinces.</li><li> Conduct thorough legal and commercial reviews of mining contracts to mitigate leganl and non-legal commercial risks and ensure alignment with organizational contracting principles.</li><li> Negotiate key agreements with clients and provide strategic advice on contract interpretation, variations, extensions, and dispute resolution.</li><li> Develop and implement effective and practical commercial solutions that ensure compliance with contractual obligations while aligning with business objectives.</li><li>Supporting the administratoin and management of client contracts through advising on contract interpreation, variations, extensions and disputes, in addition to developing commercial solutions to achieve compliance with contract requirements.</li><li>Oversee disputes and litigation, representing the organization in administrative or judicial proceedings as necessary.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Finance, Operations, and Human Resources, to provide comprehensive legal and commercial support.</li><li>Manage external legal and commercial consultant service providers effectively, ensuring cost efficiency and high-quality outcomes.</li><li>Facilitate legal awareness training and coach internal stakeholders on regulatory requirements.</li><li>Prepare draft legal budgets for review and approval by senior leadership.</li><li>Drive improvements to operational practices by developing agreement suites and coaching stakeholders on region-specific requirements.</li></ul>
<p>Robert Half's client - a growing property management and real estate company - is seeking an in-house counsel focusesd on landlord tenant law.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities of Role</u>: </strong></p><ul><li>Litigation management/assistance </li><li>Supporting business driven and compliance driven projects </li><li>Managing eviction counsel</li><li>Updating lease forms </li><li>Partnering with sales & marketing teams</li></ul><p><em>Pay is contingent upon the experience above, pedigree of law school/firms worked at, and fluency in landlord tenant law. </em></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Profile that would be a fit</u>:</strong></p><p>o Law firm and in-house experience is ideal. <em>Please do not apply without any law firm experience. </em></p><p>o Someone with high energy, who can push things forward in a nice, but get-it-done mentality. </p><p>o Someone unafraid to pick up the phone and call someone (with questions)</p><p>o Someone who understands the importance of building relationships and earning social capital – internally and externally. </p><p>o Someone who chases issues down to solve the problem. </p><p>o Someone who wants to push project forwards, relentless in getting projects done tenaciously.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Perks of Company</u></strong>:</p><ul><li>I’ve placed three people on this team in the last year. All came from law firms, and are loving it! They’ve also received great feedback and support from their supervisor.</li><li>Beautiful building space that looks like a Google office: lots of skylights and plants, open concept, large kitchen, fun art, etc.</li><li>Company is in growth mode! </li><li>Organized and structured legal department with solid training.</li><li>“Culture is king here, it’s a servant culture.”</li><li>“This is a people-first company, which genuinely cares about its employees and customers. We take care of our people, and have great Google and Glassdoor reviews to prove it. It’s really unique! Once you join, you don’t want to leave.” -AGC</li></ul>
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a global company is seeking a Real Estate Counsel to join its legal team. This role offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated commercial, real estate, and transactional matters in a collaborative legal team. Compensation includes a base salary, annual bonus, long-term incentives (Total Compensation up to $240,000), and comprehensive benefits (hybrid with 1 day remote per week, 4 weeks PTO to start, 100% insurance covered and up to $4000 401k contribution) with strong work-life balance and no billable hours.</p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial and real estate agreements (leases, licensing, MSAs, LOIs, software, NDAs).</li><li>Provide legal support to business teams on contracts, obligations, and risk management.</li><li>Provide legal support for business development activities and new initiatives.</li><li>Collaborate across business units and legal teams on due diligence.</li><li>Manage outside counsel on litigation matters as needed.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Apply in confidence and send resume to Deb Montero on LinkedIn. </p><p><br></p>
<p>Our client a large industrial corporation is currently seeking a skilled Corporate Counsel to provide expert legal guidance and support within our organization. In this role, you will focus on legal matters related to the construction industry, including contract management, compliance, and dispute resolution. This position is based in Lancaster, Pennsylvania on a hybrid basis. </p><p><br></p><p>Interested candidates who would like to be considered immediately should reach out to Kevin Ross at Robert Half in Philadelphia. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Provide legal advice on federal, state, and local regulations impacting the construction industry and company operations.</p><p>• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of contracts, including construction agreements and subcontracts.</p><p>• Oversee commercial disputes and litigation, working closely with external legal counsel as needed.</p><p>• Address legal matters related to construction, licensing, employment law, insurance, and regulatory compliance.</p><p>• Stay updated on changes in laws and regulations, analyzing their implications for the business.</p><p>• Assist with mergers and acquisitions activities, including due diligence and preparation of legal documentation.</p><p>• Develop and deliver training sessions on topics such as construction law and employment regulations.</p>
<p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Temporary / Contract General Counsel (3–6 Months)</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Onsite – San Jose, CA</p><p><strong>Duration:</strong> 3–6 Months (with potential extension)</p><p><strong>About the Role:</strong></p><p> We are seeking an experienced <strong>General Counsel</strong> to provide hands-on legal leadership and support during a critical growth period. This onsite contract role offers an opportunity to work closely with senior leadership in a fast-paced, <strong>environmental and industrial sector</strong> company operating in a <strong>heavily regulated space</strong>.</p><p>The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in <strong>commercial transactions</strong>, regulatory compliance, and general corporate law. You’ll advise executives, draft and negotiate complex agreements, and ensure the company remains compliant with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Serve as the company’s lead legal advisor on all corporate and commercial matters during the contract period.</li><li>Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements, including vendor, supply, distribution, licensing, and service contracts.</li><li>Provide guidance on environmental, industrial, and regulatory compliance issues.</li><li>Support business operations by identifying and mitigating legal risks.</li><li>Advise leadership on corporate governance, employment, and risk management matters as needed.</li><li>Collaborate with external counsel for specialized legal needs.</li><li>Develop or refine internal policies, templates, and procedures to support ongoing compliance and operational efficiency.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Our client, an international luxury goods retailer, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Intellectual Property Counsel to join their US Legal Department. This role is pivotal in creating and implementing strategies and objectives, managing trademark disputes and litigations, supporting trademark clearances and prosecution as well as managing the Legal Anti-Diversion team. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Intellectual Property:</strong></p><p>• Managing U.S. Intellectual Property disputes. This includes the following responsibilities: </p><p>o Draft and review cease and desist letters and other correspondence relating to IP infringements;</p><p>o Prepare opposition notices and cancellation petitions for USPTO; </p><p>o Negotiate, draft and revise settlement agreements; </p><p>o Manage international TM disputes and partner with US Head of Intellectual Property and global team to create universal strategy, implement the strategy in the US; and</p><p>o Manage relationships and case expectations with outside counsel handling TTAB proceedings and various intellectual property infringement matters. </p><p>• Create and implement IP strategies and objectives that align with global and regional priorities.</p><p>• Prosecute Trademark applications, including assisting in trademark clearance searches, advise Trademark Manager on responses to USPTO office actions and renewals.</p><p>• Advise key stakeholders on topics regarding copyright, patent, domain name and trade secret.</p><p>• Partner with the US Legal corporate team to prepare, draft and negotiate commercial contracts, as needed.</p><p>• People management: manage the senior paralegal including creating priorities and associated responsibilities for this role.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Anti-Diversion: </strong></p><p>• Develop, define, and implement strategies to achieve program objectives.</p><p>• Plan, organize, and direct the operations of the program.</p><p>• Align program objectives with company's long-term vision for the Brand.</p><p>• Set and review KPIs to meet program objectives.</p><p>• Develop and implement strategies to maximize commercial and legal actions.</p><p>• Partner with internal and external stakeholders to enforce policies, mitigate diversion, and protect company's authorized distribution.</p><p>• Partner with Global Anti-Diversion in the worldwide execution of the program.</p><p>• Develop and issue US reporting to Leadership and Senior Management.</p><p>• Develop and implement educational resources to increase program knowledge and efficiency.</p><p>• Manage the program budget to maximize cost effectiveness.</p><p>• Manage the Legal Anti-Diversion team.</p><p><br></p><p>Years of experience needed - at least 7 years in trademark and IP. Anti-diversion experience is *not* needed. </p><p>Salary is commensurable with experience - about $135K - $185K + 15% target annual bonus. </p>
<p>Our client, an international Fortune 500 manufacturing company, is seeking to hire a Senior Commercial Counsel to their Parsippany, NJ office. Our client is known for manufacturing appliances (refrigerators, air conditioners, laundry solutions, and floor solutions). </p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>- Commercial Agreements Management: Draft, review, negotiate, and manage a variety of commercial agreements(e.g., NDAs, sales agreements, vendor/supplier contracts, service agreements, basic distribution agreements).Advise internal stakeholders on contractual risks and compliance.</p><p>- Employment Law & Labor Compliance: provide legal advice and support on employment law (hiring, termination, discrimination, wage/hour, workplace safety). Represent the company in employment-related disputes or investigations (EEOC, OSHA, etc.).</p><p>- Product Safety Compliance: Advise on product safety regulations (CPSC, UL standards, labeling).</p><p>- Conduct legal research on federal, state, and local laws and regulations relevant to the business.</p><p>- Advise internal stakeholders on general commercial law, contract interpretation, and risk mitigation strategies. </p><p> </p>
<p><strong>Robert Half is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Procurement Counsel to join our legal team in hybrid capacity. This role supports the entire contract lifecycle for a dynamic and mission-driven health services organization. The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in healthcare and IT-related contracts and must be licensed to practice law in the State of New York.</strong></p><p><br></p><p> This is a highly collaborative and engaging role, requiring close partnership with cross-functional teams and senior-level stakeholders across the organization. The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional presentation, problem-solving, writing, and interpersonal skills, along with keen attention to detail.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Job Title: </strong>Procurement Counsel (Hybrid)</p><p> <strong>Location: </strong>New York, NY (Downtown/Tribeca)</p><p> <strong>Schedule: </strong>Hybrid – 4 Days Onsite (Monday–Thursday) (Friday- Remote) </p><p> <strong>Duration: </strong>6+ months<strong> </strong>(w/ potential to extend)<strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Pay Rate: </strong>$85+/ Hour</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities: </strong></p><ul><li><strong>Legal Oversight</strong>: Provide strategic legal counsel on procurement matters, including contracts, vendor agreements, and supply chain operations.</li><li><strong>Compliance</strong>: Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local regulations, including FDA, HIPAA, CMS, and NYC procurement laws.</li><li><strong>Contract Management</strong>: drafting, negotiation, and execution of complex procurement contracts.</li><li><strong>Risk Mitigation</strong>: Identify legal risks in procurement processes and develop strategies to mitigate them.</li><li><strong>Cross-Functional Collaboration</strong>: Work closely with departments such as IT, pharmacy, medical devices, and finance to align legal strategies with operational goals.</li><li><strong>Policy Development</strong>: Contribute to the development and implementation of procurement policies and procedures.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Procurement Contracting Counsel</strong></p><p> 📍 <em>Hybrid / Global Scope</em></p><p>Join a high-impact legal team driving procurement excellence worldwide. We’re seeking a dynamic <strong>Procurement Counsel </strong>to build and lead a global team supporting complex, high-value sourcing initiatives. This is a rare opportunity to shape strategy, drive innovation, and partner directly with senior leadership across Legal and Procurement.</p><p><br></p><p>Interested candidates should have extensive procurement contracts experience negotiating, drafting, reviewing and complete experience with contract cycles. Candidates who have this experience and would like to be considered immediately should reach out to Kevin Ross at Robert Half in Philadelphia. </p>
<p>We are looking for a skilled and experienced In House Counsel to join a prominent company in the Cincinnati area. This role requires expertise in corporate law and investment-related legal matters, including securities law and private fund formation. The position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to complex transactions and provide strategic legal guidance.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Advise on corporate legal matters, including mergers and acquisitions, private fund formation, and investment-related issues.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with securities laws and oversee regulatory filings with relevant authorities.</p><p>• Provide counsel on structuring and managing private investment funds.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to support strategic business initiatives and transactions.</p><p>• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and agreements related to corporate and investment activities.</p><p>• Conduct legal risk assessments and develop strategies to mitigate potential liabilities.</p><p>• Stay updated on industry regulations and advise on their impact on business operations.</p><p>• Represent the organization in legal proceedings and negotiations when required.</p><p>• Work closely with external counsel on specialized legal matters.</p><p>• Offer strategic legal advice to senior management, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.</p>
<p>We are looking for a strategic and business-oriented legal leader to serve as the first in-house legal counsel for our U.S. operations. Based in Miami, Florida, this role will play a pivotal part in establishing our legal framework, supporting growth initiatives, and ensuring compliance across all areas of the business. This is a unique opportunity to collaborate with our European headquarters and external legal teams, while building the foundation for our U.S. legal strategy. Looking for a candidate that speaks French, has an extensive background creating legal entities and commercial real estate. Please send your resume to Stacey Lyons via LinkedIn for consideration. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Draft, review, and negotiate various contracts, including service agreements, sponsorships, leases, and vendor partnerships.</p><p>• Develop and implement standardized contract templates and efficient workflows.</p><p>• Oversee legal negotiations related to property leases and rentals, ensuring compliance with zoning and regulatory requirements.</p><p>• Establish and manage U.S. legal entities, corporate structures, and governance matters such as bylaws and board resolutions.</p><p>• Collaborate on mergers and acquisitions (M& A) activities alongside Group Legal and external counsel.</p><p>• Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local regulations across all business operations.</p><p>• Identify and mitigate legal risks while maintaining compliance in employment, data privacy, and intellectual property.</p><p>• Manage pre-litigation matters and coordinate insurance portfolios.</p><p>• Serve as the primary legal advisor for U.S. teams, supporting cross-functional departments such as HR, finance, operations, and marketing.</p><p>• Align U.S. legal strategies with global objectives through close collaboration with the Group Legal team.</p>
<p>Our client, a municipal non-profit, is seeking a General Counsel to join their legal team. You will serve as the chief legal officer for the agency and will provide legal advice, representation, and strategic guidance across all areas within the agency. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Location: </strong>Worcester, MA </p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> $130,000 - $150,000 (DOE)</p><p><strong>Schedule:</strong> Hybrid (4 days in, 1 day remote - will be more remote over time)</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Represents the agency in all legal matters, with a primary focus on Housing Court litigation, managing hundreds of summary process cases each year.</li><li>Prepares and presents cases at both internal administrative hearings (e.g., grievance hearings) and external proceedings involving agencies such as HUD, EOHLC, MCAD, Housing Court, and other governmental bodies.</li><li>Manages the review and coordination of reasonable accommodation requests, including conducting interactive meetings, ensuring compliance with fair housing laws, and issuing well-reasoned decisions that balance tenant needs with regulatory requirements.</li><li>Oversees or directly conducts participant termination proceedings.</li><li>Advises departments on resolving tenant and landlord issues, including lease enforcement and dispute resolution strategies.</li><li>Serves as legal advisor to the CEO, Board of Commissioners, executive leadership, and senior management on a wide range of legal and compliance matters.</li><li>Performs legal research and delivers written and verbal guidance on issues related to procurement, construction, real estate, personnel, ethics, contracts, and tenant relations.</li><li>Identifies potential legal risks and formulates strategies to ensure compliance and mitigate exposure.</li><li>Coordinates and responds to Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Public Records Law requests.</li><li>Drafts, reviews, negotiates, and interprets contracts and leases for construction, procurement, services, grants, and employment.</li><li>Develops and updates agency policies and procedures to ensure alignment with HUD, DHCD, state, and federal regulations.</li><li>Participates in union negotiations and assists in drafting collective bargaining agreements.</li><li>Acts as liaison to external counsel, insurance providers, and government agencies in matters involving litigation or legal claims.</li></ul>
