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- New York, NY
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 50 - 70 USD / Hourly
- <p><strong>🏀 Sports Marketing Counsel (Contract) | Hybrid NYC | $50-$70/hr</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Robert Half Legal is seeking an experienced attorney to support a leading sports and entertainment organization's Marketing team.</p><p><br></p><p>This role will focus heavily on <strong>endorsement, sponsorship, partnership, and services agreements</strong> supporting professional talent and agents in a fast-paced Business Affairs environment where quick turnaround is essential.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>📍 Hybrid - New York City (4 days onsite, Fridays remote)</p><p> 💲 $50-$70/hour</p><p> 📅 Target Start: November 2026</p><p> 📆 Contract through March 31, 2027</p><p> ⏰ Approximately 40-50 hours/week</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>What You'll Do:</strong></p><ul><li>Review, negotiate, and redline endorsement, sponsorship, partnership, licensing, and services agreements</li><li>Advise agents and business executives on marketing and endorsement matters</li><li>Provide practical legal guidance on athlete marketing, image rights, and related commercial issues</li><li>Supervise a paralegal and manage a high-volume contract workload</li></ul>
- 2026-10-19T00:00:00Z
- New York, NY
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 150000 - 160000 USD / Yearly
- <p><strong>Role: </strong>Mid-Level Litigation Attorney</p><p><strong>Salary: </strong>$150K - $160K</p><p><strong>Location: </strong>NYC</p><p><strong>Schedule: </strong>Hybrid!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Collegial work culture, No billable hour requirement!!</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Well-established, international boutique law firm with a predominately European clientele is seeking a <strong>Mid-Level Litigation Associate </strong>to join its NYC team. The firm's clients include individual investors, financial institutions and companies ranging from small start-up ventures to multinational corporations. Litigation associates handle matters from investigation, pre-litigation correspondence, filing and through appeal, routinely preparing or responding to motions to compel, motions for summary judgment, trial briefs, in limine motions and appeals briefs.</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate will have <strong>3 to 5 years of civil litigation experience focusing on corporate/commercial litigation in the New York federal and state courts.</strong> Discovery experience is essential and must include drafting and responding to discovery requests, conducting or participating in discovery conferences and negotiating discovery plans, full familiarity with electronic discovery rules, working with experts, and in preparing document productions and depositions. Experience in conducting and defending depositions and in mediation and/or arbitration is preferred. </p><p><br></p>
- 2026-10-28T00:00:00Z
- Bethlehem, PA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 125000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
- <p>Robert Half is looking for an experienced Attorney to join a corporate legal team and serve as a trusted advisor to business leadership. This Attorney position offers the opportunity to work across a broad range of commercial and regulatory matters while helping the organization make informed, practical decisions. The role is best suited for a legal team member who can balance risk management with business needs in a fast-paced environment and work onsite three days each week.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Counsel business leaders on legal exposure, compliance considerations, and organizational obligations tied to day-to-day operations and strategic decisions.</li><li>Oversee relationships with external law firms and coordinate specialized legal support when matters require additional subject-matter expertise.</li><li>Research statutes, regulations, and case law to deliver clear guidance and timely recommendations on corporate legal issues.</li><li>Prepare, review, and negotiate a variety of agreements, including commercial documents and contracts involving federal requirements.</li><li>Assist with disputes, claims, and matters that may lead to litigation, working to protect the organization's interests and position.</li><li>Drive legal initiatives from intake through resolution, maintaining efficiency, cost awareness, and strong communication with internal stakeholders.</li><li>Provide legal input on issues involving employment, environmental, and broader corporate governance considerations as needed.</li></ul>
- 2026-10-30T00:00:00Z
- Bronx, NY
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 107000 - 108000 USD / Yearly
- We are looking for an experienced Attorney/Lawyer to advocate for tenants facing eviction and other housing-related matters in Bronx, New York. This position focuses on delivering thoughtful, client-centered legal representation to low-income individuals while helping them preserve stable housing. The attorney will manage active litigation matters, appear in court and administrative hearings, and collaborate with colleagues across programs to support effective legal and social service outcomes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Represent tenants in Bronx Housing Court and related proceedings involving nonpayment, holdover, and other housing disputes.<br>• Manage cases from initial intake through resolution, including case assessment, strategy development, and ongoing client communication.<br>• Prepare and file motions, legal briefs, orders to show cause, stipulations, and other court and administrative documents.<br>• Advocate for clients at trials, hearings, and conferences before courts and administrative bodies, including termination-related matters when required.<br>• Provide legal counseling designed to help clients address housing instability and remain in their homes whenever possible.<br>• Evaluate referred and self-initiated matters to identify legal issues, assess case strength, and determine appropriate next steps.<br>• Lead or support community outreach efforts by conducting workshops, trainings, and educational presentations on tenant rights and housing issues.<br>• Maintain timely, accurate, and confidential case records in both physical and electronic formats while coordinating with internal teams and partner programs.<br>• Work closely with multidisciplinary staff to facilitate referrals, ensure continuity of service, and provide coverage or additional support as needed.
- 2026-11-06T00:00:00Z
- New York, NY
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 135000 - 165000 USD / Yearly
- We are looking for an accomplished Attorney/Lawyer to join a legal team in New York, New York that advises and defends clients in complex litigation matters. This opportunity is well suited to a lawyer who is confident managing active cases, collaborating with sophisticated clients, and handling disputes involving injury, product-related claims, and transportation-related exposures. The role offers broad exposure to high-stakes defense work for domestic and international business clients across several regulated industries.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage litigation matters from early case assessment through resolution for clients facing insurance defense, product liability, and other tort-related claims.<br>• Advocate for clients in disputes involving bodily injury, fatality claims, property damage, cargo-related losses, and comparable civil actions.<br>• Conduct and defend depositions, develop factual records, and drive discovery strategy in coordination with internal and external stakeholders.<br>• Prepare, file, and argue motions, briefs, and other court submissions with strong attention to legal analysis and procedural requirements.<br>• Build case strategy, evaluate liability and damages exposure, and provide practical recommendations tailored to each client's business objectives.<br>• Support trial readiness by organizing evidence, working with witnesses and experts, and assisting with hearing and courtroom preparation.<br>• Represent a diverse client base that may include air carriers, insurers, transportation companies, manufacturers, and other corporate entities.<br>• Maintain consistent communication with clients and legal teams regarding case developments, deadlines, and litigation strategy.
- 2026-10-26T00:00:00Z
- Jersey City, NJ
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 135000 - 155000 USD / Yearly
- <p><strong>Role: </strong>Contracts Counsel (Tech-based company in the Insurance Space)</p><p><strong>Location: </strong>Jersey City, NJ </p><p><strong>Schedule: </strong>Hybrid!! 3 days in office, 2 days remote</p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> $135,000 – $155,000 + bonus + comprehensive benefits</p><p><br></p><p><strong>About the role: </strong></p><p><br></p><p>A multinational data analytics and risk assessment company is seeking a <strong>Contracts Counsel </strong>to support its Life Solutions business, including life insurance products, software licenses, and support services. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded, collaborative <strong>NJ Barred Attorney</strong> who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can effectively balance legal risk with business goals.</p><p><br></p><p>This role reports to the <strong>Chief Litigation & Managing Counsel</strong> and is based in <strong>Jersey City, NJ</strong> under a hybrid work model.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including <strong>customer agreements, software licenses, SaaS agreements, amendments, statements of work, NDAs, and consulting agreements.</strong></li><li>Provide day-to-day legal guidance to sales, product, and operations teams on contractual risk, privacy, intellectual property, and regulatory matters.</li><li>Interpret and apply company's standard templates and playbooks, escalating non-standard terms and risks as needed.</li><li>Partner with internal teams including privacy, compliance, security, product, and finance to deliver practical legal solutions.</li><li>Support contracting activities involving customers, vendors, and strategic partners.</li><li>Conduct legal research and analysis on commercial, data, IP, and regulatory issues impacting Life Solutions products and services.</li><li>Help improve contract processes, templates, and internal guidance materials.</li><li>Assist with additional commercial and corporate legal projects as assigned.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
- 2026-10-30T00:00:00Z
- New York, NY
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 200000 - 225000 USD / Yearly
- <p><strong>Role: </strong>Senior Vice President – Legal </p><p><strong>Location: </strong>NYC </p><p><strong>Schedule: </strong>Mostly Remote!! Only expected to come in 1-2 times a month for in-person meetings.</p><p><strong>Salary: </strong>$200K - $225K</p><p><br></p><p>A New York-based financial services firm that provides consultative solutions for complex financing structures is seeking an Attorney to serve as its Senior Vice President of Legal. This role reports directly to the firm’s Managing Director and General Counsel and will play a critical leadership role within the company’s corporate governance service line, and lead the company’s day to day legal needs. The position will partner closely with the Managing Director to support the company’s core business in <strong>structured finance and securitization, private credit, and special purpose vehicle (SPV) formation and management</strong>. This is a highly transactional, deal-oriented role requiring a commercially minded attorney who can independently lead legal workstreams while providing pragmatic, risk-adjusted advice to business stakeholders. <strong>This role is MOSTLY REMOTE!!! Must reside in the NY Metro area. </strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong> Job Duties:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead legal support for the formation, structuring, governance and ongoing maintenance of Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs).</li><li>Advise on bankruptcy-remote structures and governance frameworks.</li><li>Serve as an independent director for client bankruptcy-remote SPVs.</li><li>Lead complex transactions including securitizations, private credit, CLOs, and structured financings.</li><li>Draft and negotiate transaction documents.</li><li>Manage external counsel and due diligence.</li><li>Draft and negotiate commercial agreements.</li><li>Develop scalable contract frameworks.</li><li>Advise on regulatory matters applicable to the Company’s business.</li><li>Support compliance and regulatory interactions. </li><li>Supervise other team members in corporate governance and/or legal</li></ul><p> </p><p><br></p>
- 2026-11-02T00:00:00Z
- New York, NY
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 85 - 110 USD / Hourly
- <p><strong>Robert Half is seeking an experienced Procurement Counsel</strong> to support a leading New York City healthcare organization. This position will play a critical role in advising on complex procurement, technology, vendor, and commercial contracting matters across a large, dynamic enterprise.</p><p>While experience within healthcare is highly desirable, we are also interested in attorneys with strong backgrounds in technology transactions, commercial contracting, procurement, vendor management, public sector contracting, or highly regulated industries who are looking to apply their expertise within a healthcare environment.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Location:</strong> New York, NY (Downtown)</p><p><strong>Schedule:</strong> Hybrid | 4 Days Onsite (Monday-Thursday), Remote Fridays</p><p><strong>Duration:</strong> 6+ Month Contract (Potential for Extension)</p><p><strong>Compensation:</strong> $85+/hour</p><p> </p><p><strong>Position Overview</strong></p><p>This role offers a unique opportunity to work on a broad range of procurement and contracting matters supporting technology, operations, supply chain, professional services, and strategic business initiatives. The successful candidate will serve as a trusted legal advisor, helping stakeholders navigate complex commercial transactions while managing risk and ensuring compliance with organizational policies and applicable regulations.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who enjoys negotiating sophisticated agreements, partnering with business teams, and providing practical, solution-oriented legal guidance in a fast-paced environment.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Commercial Contracting & Procurement Support</strong></p><ul><li>Draft, review, negotiate, and advise on a wide range of commercial agreements, including:</li><li>Software and SaaS agreements</li><li>Technology and cloud services contracts</li><li>Data privacy and data sharing agreements</li><li>Professional services agreements</li><li>Consulting agreements</li><li>Vendor and supplier contracts</li><li>Procurement and purchasing agreements</li><li>Structure and negotiate contract terms to align with organizational objectives and risk tolerance.</li></ul><p><strong>Legal & Strategic Counsel</strong></p><ul><li>Serve as a key legal advisor on procurement, sourcing, and vendor management initiatives.</li><li>Provide practical guidance regarding contractual obligations, business risks, and compliance requirements.</li><li>Support internal stakeholders throughout the procurement lifecycle.</li></ul><p><strong>Risk Management & Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Identify, assess, and mitigate legal, operational, and contractual risks.</li><li>Advise on applicable regulatory, privacy, and compliance considerations.</li><li>Assist in developing and improving procurement policies, procedures, and contract governance practices.</li></ul><p><strong>Cross-Functional Collaboration</strong></p><ul><li>Partner closely with procurement, finance, technology, operations, compliance, and executive leadership teams.</li><li>Deliver responsive and business-focused legal guidance to support strategic initiatives and day-to-day operations.</li><li>Collaborate effectively across multiple departments and stakeholder groups.</li></ul>
- 2026-11-09T00:00:00Z
- New York, NY
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 110000 - 160000 USD / Yearly
- <p>We are looking for an Associate Attorney to join a reputable mid-sized law firm in New York, New York. This role is suited for a litigation attorney with several years of hands-on experience managing matters through discovery, motion practice, depositions, and court appearances. The position offers exposure to a broad range of disputes, including liability, securities, medical malpractice, labor and employment, and insurance-related claims.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Represent clients in court proceedings, conferences, and depositions while advancing litigation matters efficiently.</p><p>• Prepare and refine pleadings, motions, briefs, and other case-related filings for state and federal matters.</p><p>• Manage the discovery process by drafting requests, evaluating responses, and reviewing document productions for relevance and strategy.</p><p>• Conduct legal research to support case analysis, written advocacy, and litigation planning.</p><p>• Partner with senior attorneys and firm leadership on case development, defense strategy, and assignment execution.</p><p>• Draft and argue dispositive motions, including summary judgment submissions, with strong attention to procedural requirements.</p><p>• Maintain organized case files, monitor deadlines, and safeguard sensitive legal information throughout the lifecycle of each matter.</p>
- 2026-10-22T00:00:00Z
- New York, NY
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 90000 - 160000 USD / Yearly
- <p>We are looking for an Associate Attorney to join a reputable law firm in New York, New York, supporting a broad litigation practice across several complex areas. This opportunity is well suited for an early-career attorney who is ready to take an active role in case strategy, courtroom advocacy, and written motion practice. The role offers close collaboration with senior attorneys while providing meaningful responsibility in managing litigation matters from discovery through dispositive motion work.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Represent clients in court proceedings and participate in depositions as part of ongoing litigation matters.</p><p>• Prepare a range of legal filings, including pleadings, motions, and other case-related documents with accuracy and strong legal analysis.</p><p>• Manage discovery activities by drafting requests, evaluating opposing party responses, and organizing document review summaries.</p><p>• Conduct legal research to support case development, motion drafting, and litigation strategy.</p><p>• Partner with attorneys and firm leadership on assignments requiring coordinated analysis, case preparation, and deadline management.</p><p>• Assist in developing case positions by applying procedural rules and relevant law to active disputes.</p>
- 2026-10-22T00:00:00Z
- Fort Washington, PA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 180000 - 190000 USD / Yearly
- We are looking for an experienced attorney to join a collaborative litigation practice in Fort Washington, Pennsylvania. This position offers the chance to manage sophisticated disputes while also contributing to matters involving real estate law and related business issues. The role is well suited for a lawyer who combines strong courtroom and case strategy skills with a client-focused approach and an interest in working closely with a supportive legal team.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage litigation matters from initial case assessment through resolution, including drafting pleadings, overseeing discovery, preparing motions, and supporting trial strategy.<br>• Represent clients in a diverse caseload involving business disputes, property-related conflicts, and connected real estate matters.<br>• Perform thorough legal research and prepare persuasive written work product such as briefs, memoranda, and other court filings.<br>• Coordinate communications with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and internal team members to keep matters moving efficiently.<br>• Participate in depositions, case planning, and evidentiary development to strengthen litigation positions and advance client objectives.<br>• Partner with senior attorneys and colleagues on legal strategy, advisory work, and transactional issues related to real estate matters.<br>• Maintain organized case files and monitor deadlines using case management tools and established litigation procedures.
- 2026-11-02T00:00:00Z
- New York, NY
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 290000 - 300000 USD / Yearly
- We are looking for an accomplished Senior Attorney to lead high-stakes litigation matters in New York, New York. This position calls for an experienced legal specialist who can guide cases from initial assessment through trial or appeal while maintaining trusted client relationships in sensitive and demanding circumstances. The ideal candidate brings deep federal litigation experience, strong courtroom presence, and the judgment to manage complex legal strategy across multiple active matters.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct sophisticated litigation matters from early case evaluation and client intake through settlement, trial, or appellate proceedings as needed.<br>• Act as primary or supporting trial counsel in court appearances, evidentiary hearings, and significant motion practice.<br>• Shape case strategy for complex disputes by overseeing discovery plans, pretrial preparation, and legal positioning in multi-party, document-heavy cases.<br>• Build and sustain strong client partnerships by addressing difficult or high-conflict issues with care, discretion, and practical judgment.<br>• Prepare, revise, and evaluate substantive legal filings, including complaints, motions, briefs, and discovery materials.<br>• Perform detailed legal research and translate findings into actionable guidance for case strategy and client advice.<br>• Provide direction and mentorship to entry-level lawyers, paralegals, and other legal support team members.<br>• Work closely with co-counsel, opposing attorneys, experts, investigators, and other participants to keep matters progressing effectively.<br>• Communicate key developments, litigation risks, and recommended next steps clearly to clients, colleagues, and leadership.<br>• Maintain compliance with court requirements, ethical standards, and internal file management practices while keeping case records accurate and organized.
- 2026-10-13T00:00:00Z
- New York, NY
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 150000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
- <p><br></p><p>A growing organization is seeking an Associate Corporate Counsel to support a broad range of corporate, commercial, and transactional legal matters, with a focus on debt financing, lending transactions, and corporate governance.</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate will have experience negotiating complex financing arrangements, strong corporate and commercial law fundamentals, and the ability to balance legal risk with business objectives.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Draft, review, and negotiate financing documents, including credit agreements, security agreements, guarantees, and related transaction documents.</li><li>Support lending transactions, closing requirements, ongoing reporting obligations, and secured financing matters.</li><li>Advise on corporate governance, entity management, board documentation, and corporate records.</li><li>Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, including vendor contracts, NDAs, technology agreements, and strategic partnerships.</li><li>Provide day-to-day legal guidance to cross-functional business teams.</li><li>Support regulatory and compliance matters involving financial services, lending, and payment processing.</li><li>Monitor applicable legal and regulatory developments.</li></ul><p><br></p>
- 2026-11-02T00:00:00Z