Job List - February 21, 2011

Job List, February 21, 2011

Listings that are new in this edition are shown with an asterisk *

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SENIOR CONSUMER REAL ESTATE LENDING ATTORNEY
Union Bank, San Diego
Source: Member Referral

Union Bank, N.A. seeks a senior consumer real estate lending attorney to provide legal support to its Consumer Lending Division.  The position may be located in Los Angeles, San Diego or San Francisco. Provide legal counsel to Union Bank's Consumer Lending Division on federal and state mortgage and consumer lending requirements, including TILA, RESPA, ECOA, Fair Lending, HMDA, FCRA and Dodd-Frank; Provide legal counsel on state and local consumer and real estate laws relating to origination, servicing, workouts and foreclosures; Review of the bank's consumer mortgage and lending documentation;
Keeps informed of state and federal legislative and regulatory proposals which would affect the bank; Assist in planning and policy setting for the consumer lending business; May take an active role in education and training of less experienced counsel or paralegals or clients; and Serve as consultative resource to other Union Bank in-house counsel as to assigned subject matter area. Qualifications: Candidate must be a member of the California State Bar or otherwise qualified to practice law in California as in-house counsel; Minimum 15 years experience with a law firm and/or in-house in national consumer real estate lending, including origination, servicing, workouts and secondary markets; Demonstrated ability to provide clients counsel and guidance on matters ranging from complex legal questions or inquires to routine day-to-day legal matters;
Ability to analyze and research complex legal issues and translate such research and analysis into practical and effective advice to clients; Thorough knowledge of multi-state real estate consumer lending practices, documentation, legal and regulatory requirements;  Excellent issue spotting, risk assessment and problem solving skills; Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills; Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail; and Flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities and deadlines. Please apply online at www.unionbank.com

*GENERAL COUNSEL
InteWest Capital Corporation, La Jolla
Source: CraigsList.org

A successful real estate investment firm located in La Jolla, CA is looking for an in house general counsel. Requirements: Juris Doctor degree. The candidates need to have a minimum of 10 year experience in the following areas: Real Estate Transactions. Loan Documents. Joint Venture, Partnership and LLC Agreements. Lease Agreements. Purchase and Sale Agreements. Loan Modifications. Bankruptcy Proceedings. A real estate asset management experience is a plus. To Apply: job-n4twh-2213916251@craigslist.org

*LEGAL COUNSEL
HP, San Diego
Source: Taleo.com

This attorney will work in the legal team for HP's Imaging and Printing Group (IPG), one of the three major business groups within HP, one of the world's largest technology companies. IPG is the leading imaging and printing provider in the world for printer hardware, printing supplies and managed print solutions, spanning customer segments from consumers, small to medium businesses to large enterprises.   In particular, this attorney will support IPG's growing retail publishing and web based business units and the global logistics business units.  This position will manage legal solutions for the client at a business unit level and will involve both inbound, partner and customer facing transactions. The attorney in this position will: Develop new ideas and methods to effectively address recurring legal issues or matters facing multiple client organizations. Identify and resolve complex legal issues. Design and implement processes to enable efficient and effective legal support of high volume work-flow. Contribute to complex multidimensional projects or transactions. Demonstrate flexibility and creativity in enabling business goals while managing legal risk.The attorney for this role will need to be able to work efficiently and effectively at a high level in a fast paced environment.  Proven interpersonal skills both in a personal and virtual environment, leadership and time management skills are required.  Areas of legal expertise that will be required include contracts, antitrust, intellectual property, negotiations, marketing, and privacy. Specific and extensive multi-year experience are required in drafting and negotiating contracts and agreements involving marketing and promotional activities,  supply chain and procurement purchases, inbound and outbound licensing, and  intellectual property matters(trade secrets, licensing, patents, and copyrights).  This candidate must be a self-starter while working closely with other members of the IPG legal staff. Education and Experience Required: Advanced university degree in law (e.g. JD or LLB). Meets local legal license requirements. Typically 6-10 years commercial legal experience at a law firm or in-house. Advanced level of experience in one or more general or specialty law practice areas acquired through being a leading resource in-house or in similar industry or law firm environment. Knowledge and Skills Required: Areas of legal expertise  required include contracts, antitrust, intellectual property, negotiations, marketing, and  privacy. Specific attributes should include extensive experience in drafting and negotiating contracts and agreements involving marketing and promotional activities,  supply chain and procurement purchases, inbound and outbound licensing, and  intellectual property matters(trade secrets, licensing, patents, and copyrights). Strong interpersonal skills, time management and leadership skills are required. Advanced breadth and depth of practical legal and relevant business knowledge. Recognized subject matter expert in one or more practice areas. Strong knowledge of company policies and procedures. Awareness of the international legal environment. Advanced skills and experience in negotiating or advising on complex or high Value/risk matters or in specific practice areas. Proactive and effective communicator of valuable information to clients and colleagues. English language skills to business standard strongly preferred. Consultative Legal Leadership. Provides collaborative, consultative leadership in advising and educating management and business stakeholders from a legal perspective. Stakeholder Negotiation & Commitment Building. Collaborates effectively with others to ensure shared commitment to an enterprise and mutually beneficial results. Ethical & Value-Based Management. Builds and personifies the corporate business practices and ethical environment essential for retaining investor, employee, market and customer trust. Legal Fundamentals. Adversarial Business Ventures (national/international). Understands the legal challenges involved in advising business decision-makers on major domestic or foreign business or government transactions. Intellectual Property (IP) Law. Understands the intellectual property component of contemporary business transactions, and how this impacts the business interests & health of HP. Employment/Employee Relations. Understands the legal dimension of employee/employer relationships within area-of-control, and ensures compliance to these obligations. Legal Financial Analysis/Accounting. Understands the interrelationship of financial accounting and business law, as this impacts key financial products & processes. Litigation Skills. Understands the processes, methods and challenges of civil litigation, and in winning a legal remedy for the benefit of HP. HP Standards of Business Conduct. Acts as a key corporate officer in area-of-control for assessing and aligning specific situations for compliance to HP's Standards of Business Conduct. Professional Change Management. Develops methods for supporting innovation and change across the organization. Problem Solving. Approaches problems in a rational manner using sound strategies that ensure comprehensive understanding and effective resolution. Global Projection.
Represents HP across geographical boundaries with the cultural sensitivity and business maturity appropriate to corporate access and level of responsibility involved. To Apply: https://hp.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=2376293&src=JB-12042

*CONTRACT IN HOUSE JUNIOR LITIGATION ATTORNEY (PART TIME / TEMPORARY)
Unnamed Company, Rancho Bernardo
Source: Monster.com

Our client, a company in the Rancho Bernardo area, is seeking a part-time junior contract litigation attorney to assist with litigation management.  Responsibilities will include assisting the general counsel with legal research, responding to subpoenas, document collection, review and production, drafting objections, gathering information, and the like.  They are seeking a candidate with the following: 1-4 years of experience in commercial litigation; excellent academic credentials from top schools; active CA bar membership in good standing; and the ability to work on-site at the client's offices (i.e., no telecommuting).  The hours will vary depending on the client's needs and the demands of the litigation schedule. In some weeks there may be little or no work, while in others the hours may be closer to half or full-time.  This is the perfect position for those candidates who have flexible schedules and can adapt to a varied schedule.  This is not the right opportunity for candidates who are seeking steady full-time work or those with their own law practice/clients. To Apply: http://jobview.monster.com/Contract-In-House-Junior-Litigation-Attorney-Job-Rancho-Bernardo-CA-96294550.aspx

CORPORATE COUNSEL
American Water, Coronado
Source: Indeed.com

To provide legal counsel and representation to the leadership team on a variety of legal risks and opportunities, (regulation, litigation; employment; labor; business development; environmental, etc.) and other business matters. To serve as the Vice President/Legal for California American Water.  Managing a department of four lawyers and three support staff. Provide advice and counsel on a pro-active basis to executives, senior managers and employees in respect to legal issues affecting the business. Meet internal customer's legal needs. Assist in the maximization of quality, cost and efficiency of acquired outside legal services. Serve as a member of the Functional Legal Team. Support the Division General Counsel in building the capabilities of the functional legal team. Be a source of high caliber legal resources for the business. Assist, direct and participate in judicial and administrative proceedings, with "first chair" responsibility for specific items as required. Such matters include but are not limited to general litigation, public utility commission rate cases and other matters, mediations, arbitrations, hearings, and other dispute resolution proceedings. Provide any required internal legal, risk management, or compliance reports. Maintain a high level of professional ethics, compliance, and continuing professional development. Negotiate, prepare and review all contracts and other legal documents to ensure that the best interests of the business are protected. Assist in developing and implementing regulatory strategy and deliver legal inputs in support of regulatory and rate case matters. Assist in the management and direction of employment and labor related legal issues affecting the business, with "first chair" responsibility for specific items as required in liaison with the Corporate Employee/Labor Counsel. Such matters include, but are not limited to, grievance filings, disciplines, policies, discrimination claims, compensation claims, arbitrations, union negotiations or formation of collective bargaining agreements. Provide assistance in building the Water Division Knowledge Community and developing best practices. Assist in the formulation of corporate policies and procedures and compliance with such policies and procedures. Assist with corporate governance activities. Provide assistance for internal investigations and adjudication. Represent the organization in making presentations before internal and external committees, boards, commission, and/or other governmental organizations. Assist in the monitoring of and compliance with technical corporate record keeping and filing requirements. Assist, direct and participate in the prosecution and defense of matters involving property damage claims, environmental matters, insurance claims, condemnations, or other business related issues, with first chair responsibility for specific items as required. Duties will include negotiation, research, discovery, preparation, settlement, and/or trial or arbitration. Possess the attitude and abilities to develop new legal skills and areas
of expertise. Be willing to undertake a program of continuing education regarding matters unique to the business to permit substitution for the Division General Counsel at times of schedule conflicts or unavailability. Handle legal aspects of financing activities of the business as directed. Assist in the legal aspects of new business activities of the corporation including, but not limited to, O & M contracts, Mergers and Acquisitions, Antenna leases, and service contracts. Support property and easement/right-of-way acquisition. Assist in providing legislative/regulatory evaluations and advice, including the drafting of proposed legislation or changes thereto and possibly providing explanation of the organization’s position on such matters for legislators and governmental administrators. Perform other projects as assigned by the Division General Counsel. Contribute to effective communication by listening and providing constructive feedback; supporting the creation of an open and honest work environment; cascading and sharing knowledge and information relevant to other members of the team and colleagues across the business. Skills: Excellent written and oral communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills with an emphasis on initiative, knowledge sharing, teambuilding, and decision-making. Strong leadership skills, including ability to work effectively with all levels throughout the organization and across functional lines. Strong management skills for planning, organizing and communicating. Ability to conduct effective legal research. Must have fundamental computer skills. Ability to maintain flexible working hours. Overnight and extended periods of travel are necessary. Ability to handle confidential or sensitive information in an appropriate and professional manner. Ability to successfully interact with and be responsive to other management, professional and non-professional employees of the Corporation and its affiliates. Ability to successfully represent corporate interests before courts of competent jurisdiction and to interact in a professional and persuasive manner with the appropriate stakeholders. Ability to professionally and successfully interact with governmental, legislative or law enforcement entities/representatives. Appropriate and successful interaction with other attorneys and professionals, including management of outside legal counsel. Ability to provide successful interaction with customers, contractors, vendors and the general public. Ability to develop strong and rewarding relationships in respect to all of the aforelisted interactions. Expertise in one or more practice areas relevant to the business; i.e., public utility laws and regulations, litigation, financing, commercial transactions, property, labor & employment, environmental, mergers & acquisitions, and administrative law. At least 5 years of experience as a licensed, practicing attorney. Civil litigation experience and/or experience before a state utility commission desirable. Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school. Licensed to practice in one or more states where the Region currently conducts business. Professional disciplinary record that does not limit ability to receive professional licensing reciprocity, if available. To Apply: http://careers.peopleclick.com/careerscp/client_americanwater/external/jobDetails.do?functionName=getJobDetail&jobPostId=9838&localeCode=en-us&source=Indeed.com&sourceType=PREMIUM_POST_SITE

CHIEF HEALTH COUNSEL
UCSD, San Diego
Source:

The University of California, San Diego invites applications for the position of Chief Health Law Counsel.  Responsibilities include the wide range of legal issues associated with a major academic medical center and research university, including, but not limited to the following:  health care anti-fraud and abuse compliance matters, health information privacy matters, health care transactions and affiliations, managed care disputes, federal health care program reimbursement matters, compliance with restrictions on tax-exempt entities, health professional and facility accreditation/licensure, human subject research protections, medical staff and peer review matters, compliance with UC policy; and other issues as they arise or are assigned. The Chief Health Law Counsel (“CHLC”), reports to and works in collaboration with the Chief Campus Counsel and the Deputy General Counsel – Health Law and Medical Center Services, and provides legal services to the UC San Diego Health Sciences, which includes the Medical Center, the Medical Group, and the Schools of Medicine and Pharmacy, in the areas of Healthcare, clinical service, and contracting. The CHLC has relationships with peers at other UC campuses and works with them on joint or system-wide efforts, as appropriate. The CHLC also coordinates with other offices, such as the Office of Risk Management, the Office of Contracts and Grants Administration, and the Office of Technology Transfer and Intellectual Property Services Office, as appropriate. The Chief Health Law Counsel provides advice and counsel related to the operation of a comprehensive academic health sciences campus and medical center. QUALIFICATIONS: * Licensed California attorney with a minimum of eight years legal experience with significant experience in health care-related law. Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work cooperatively with other attorneys, groups, clients and constituencies with differing priorities and perspectives. Knowledge of and experience with academic research, in a university environment, and associated issues of health system and governmental relations. Superior academic qualifications, with strong analytic, writing, and client consultation skills. Demonstrated ability to distill large quantities of often imperfect information and to generate creative approaches to legal challenges facing Health Sciences, including the Medical Center, the Medical Group, the Schools of Medicine and Pharmacy, in the areas of Healthcare, including clinical service and contracting.* Demonstrated ability to clearly articulate the priorities of a complex and dynamic organization, as well as the ability to develop legal strategies which forward these priorities within acceptable limits of risk and exposure. Demonstrated ability to work well under conditions of heavy workload, frequent overtime, rapidly changing priorities, a highly fluid authority structure, and deadlines requiring immediate action. Demonstrated ability to make timely, accurate and complete reports of activities to multiple supervisors and clients. Demonstrated ability and willingness to use standard computer software applications, including, Microsoft Word, email programs, Internet browsers and on-line legal search. SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:J.D. Degree from an ABA accredited institution. Active membership in good standing with the State Bar of California (or eligibility for immediate membership). To Apply: http://jobs.ucsd.edu/bulletin/job.aspx?cat=new&sortby=post&jobnum_in=56268

CHIEF LEGAL OFFICER
Aspect Performance and Brand; Telecommuting
Source: Craigslist.org

Today we offer immediate revenue-sharing on all sales (2pts on gross sales), stock options (accelerated 2-year vesting schedule), and a salary within a few months of hire. You'll work virtually, with the flexibility to set your own hours and schedule. Most importantly, we'll deliver an exciting and challenging career opportunity, with a growing organization, where you clearly see your contribution and receive full appreciation for your effort. The Chief Legal Officer/General Counsel role is central to the Aspect growth plan. We seek a strong researcher, able to provide initial opinion across a range of corporate issues. You’ll scrutinize all facets of our business model, develop a variety of legal strategies, and establish key organizational safeguards. We require a nimble legal mind, able to counsel the executive team as it aggressively pushes into new service areas. Our General Counsel will be an ethical and innovative lawyer, capable of identifying obstacles to our success and directing our legal department and its budget as we grow, while contributing to the corporation's overall strategic vision. Please submit resumes to: job-txw8a-2180551155@craigslist.org

GENERAL COUNSEL
Superior Court of California, Orange County
Source: Indeed.com

The General Counsel will be a highly competent legal professional with at least seven to ten years of progressively responsible experience in the practice of law and a demonstrated track record of successful legal and managerial accomplishments. The successful candidate will be a strong leader, creative independent thinker, and possess the organizational skills to assess the structure and efficacy of the department with a vision that focuses on providing high quality service to the judiciary and the people of Orange County.Candidates with relevant experience in the private sector as in-house/corporate counsel as well as those with experience in the public sector are encouraged to apply. Candidates must be active members in good standing with the State Bar of California and have a demonstrated verifiable reputation for integrity and no history of disciplinary offenses as an attorney or in any other capacity. To be considered for this exceptional career opportunity, please submit a resume, cover letter with current salary information, and six professional references to: Pam Derby, CPS EXECUTIVE SEARCH. 241 Lathrop Way, Sacramento, CA 95815, Ph: 916.471.3126, Fx: 916.561.7205. Email: resumes@cps.ca.gov

Notes on Contract Work

Are you are interested in doing short-term work as an independent contractor, usually for litigation and due diligence projects, usually through an agency, and most often for law firms?   We do not include these sorts of positions in this Job List, but if you are interested, there seems to be a constant demand and turn-over.  So we would encourage you to contact directly our long-standing sponsor, who has extensive experience handling these sorts of placements:

Exclusively Legal
402 West Broadway, Suite 1200
San Diego, CA 92101
tel. 619.595.0440
sandiego@exclusivelylegal.com

And as a matter of full disclosure, another local company that advertises these sorts of positions is:
Davidson Staffing
4520 Executive Drive, Suite 227
San Diego, California 92121-3020
858-453-0133 · Fax: 858-453-7508
http://www.davidsonstaffing.com/

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