Corporate Counsel

DP Fox Holdings LLC

$80K — $120K *
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
  • Admitted to practice law in Michigan.
  • 5+ years of legal experience in corporate law, commercial transactions, or automotive industry.
  • Strong expertise in contract, employment, and regulatory law.
  • Exceptional communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Willingness to occasionally travel within Michigan.

Responsibilities

  • Manage legal compliance and risks for retail automotive and powersports sectors.
  • Participate in all company mergers and acquisitions.
  • Provide legal counsel on transactions, contracts, employment, and regulatory issues.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate complex business contracts.
  • Monitor legal changes and advise management accordingly.
  • Oversee litigation and coordinate with external attorneys.
  • Engage in risk management strategies and insurance initiatives.
  • Ensure timely filing and legal soundness of corporate documents.

Benefits

  • Be part of a respected and innovative organization.
  • Collaborate with executive leaders in a significant role.
  • Experience a dynamic and collaborative corporate culture.
  • Access to a comprehensive benefits package.
Full Job Description
About Us:

DP Fox Holdings, LLC is a diversified management company based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, with interests in transportation, real estate, sports, and entertainment. Our companies are built on a foundation of excellence, innovation, and integrity. We are seeking a talented and strategic Corporate Counsel to provide legal guidance across all aspects of our dynamic business operations.

Position Summary:

As Corporate Counsel, you will serve as a key legal advisor to senior management, managing legal risks, compliance, contracts, and litigation. This role requires a proactive and business-minded attorney who can navigate a variety of legal areas to support the company's operations and growth.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Manage the company's legal affairs to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies, with emphasis on impact to retail automotive and powersports business.
  • Involvement in all company acquisitions and dispositions.
  • Provide legal advice and counsel on a broad range of business matters, including transactions, contracts, employment, insurance, real property, risk mitigation, and regulatory issues.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate complex contracts and business agreements.
  • Monitor changes in laws and regulations, advising leadership on risks and necessary adaptations.
  • Oversee litigation management and coordinate with external counsel as needed.
  • Involvement with risk management initiatives and commercial insurance programs.
  • Ability to function at a high level, work independently as well as with a team, and engage in direct contact with management personnel throughout the organization, including conducting on-site training sessions as needed.
  • Ensure all corporate documents, filings, and communications are legally sound and timely filed, as appropriate.

Qualifications:
  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
  • Admitted to practice law in the state of Michigan.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience practicing law, preferably in corporate law, commercial transactions, real estate, or within the automotive industry.
  • Strong knowledge of contract, employment, and regulatory law.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Proven success in managing multiple tasks and priorities.
  • Occasional travel throughout the state of Michigan may be required.

Why Join DP Fox Holdings?
  • Be part of a respected, innovative, and growing organization.
  • Work alongside executive leaders in a highly impactful role.
  • Enjoy a collaborative and dynamic corporate culture.
  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Ready to make a difference? Submit your resume and cover letter and become a vital part of DP Fox Holdings' continued success.

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