In-House Corporate/Commercial Attorney

American Kitchen Delights, Inc. is looking to hire an in-house corporate attorney focused on supporting multiple lines of business while assisting with a variety of other legal needs.

• Represent AKDI in court or before government agencies.
• Present evidence to defend clients or prosecute defendants in civil litigation.
• Represent the interests of clients in legal proceedings: argue motions, meet with judges, and question witnesses during a trial.
• Interview claimants to get information related to legal proceedings.
• Meet with individuals involved in legal processes to provide information and clarify issues.
• Interpret laws, rulings, and regulations for individuals and businesses.
• Provide legal advice on varying topics including corporate governance, employment matters, and real estate.
• Research relevant legal materials to aid decision-making.
• Identify implications for cases from legal precedents or other legal information.
• Present and summarize cases to judges and juries.
• Prepare legal briefs and opinions, and file appeals in state and federal courts of appeal.
• Prepare documentation of legal proceedings.
• Analyze the probable outcomes of cases, using knowledge of legal precedents.
• Coordinate and serve as a legal/compliance resource for various other initiatives.
• Assist with corporate filings and manage relationships with various entities' registered agents.
• Guide the commercial team on various legal issues as it relates to business plans and strategy.
• Provides counsel on customer and supplier contractual disputes and assists with pre-litigation matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a comprehensive range of commercial agreements.
• Provide support and advice related to regulatory compliance matters.
• Provide training to company personnel on substantive legal topics.
• Help with the creation and implementation of legal policies and protocols.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Juris Doctorate (JD) Degree with a license in good standing to practice in Illinois.
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience preferred.
• Knowledge of business law, and employment law, comfortable advising matters involving multiple states.
• Advise on routine employment matters, including employment agreements and separations, and unemployment claims.
• Excellent legal and business judgment and analytical skills.
• Serve as responsible point of contact for the drafting, reviewing, and negotiating of a variety of related agreements.
• Solve complex legal problems using sound, thorough, and thoughtful legal analysis, and judgment.
• Possess computer and technology skills.
• Strong communication, organization, and cognitive skills are essential. Must be able to work in a team environment.
• Strong executive presence with the ability to effectively communicate (verbally and in writing) and present to all levels of leadership.
• Capable of prioritizing and detail-oriented.
• Conversant with rules of civil procedure, discovery, and motion practice.
• Professionalism, discretion, and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality are required.
• Must possess highly effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to perform under pressure, manage multiple projects, and deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines.

The position includes its own private office suite at our facility.

Job Type: Full-Time

Pay: Salary, Open & Flexible Based Upon Experience

Expected Hours: 40 Hours Per Week

Schedule: Day Shift, Monday through Friday

Work Location: 15320 Cooper Avenue, Harvey IL 60426.