Deputy General Counsel

4 days ago


Hempstead, New York, United States Hofstra University Full time
About Hofstra University

Hofstra University is a nationally recognized institution located in Hempstead, New York. As a private university, we are committed to providing a world-class education to our students, fostering a community of talented professionals who are dedicated to making a positive impact.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Deputy General Counsel to join our team. The successful candidate will play a key role in providing timely and thoughtful legal advice to the University on a wide range of legal issues, including labor and employment, litigation, education and nonprofit law, tax, risk and compliance, intellectual property, and contract review and negotiation.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide legal counsel and strategic decision-making support to University administrators on all legal matters pertinent to an independent, private higher education institution.
  • Advises and provides recommendations regarding policy and procedure changes based on current case law and applicable statutory and regulatory framework.
  • Supervises day-to-day affairs of the Office of General Counsel, including managing office staff and overseeing the assignment of matters.
  • Performs exceptional legal research, analysis, and writing, drafting and reviewing legal memoranda, litigation documents, contracts, leases, and other legal documents and instruments.
  • Displays a solutions-oriented approach to legal problem solving, assisting in identifying and monitoring potential legal issues, and in developing solutions that reduce risk.
Requirements
  • J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required.
  • License to practice law in New York State.
  • A minimum of 12 years of experience in a law firm, in-house counsel, or higher education setting, with significant experience in counseling and advising multiple constituencies on highly complex legal matters and projects.
  • Prior supervisory experience.
  • Excellent communication skills and proven ability to cultivate and maintain relationships of trust with senior management and other stakeholders.
About Hofstra University

Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering diversity in its faculty, administrative staff, and student body. We encourage applications from the entire spectrum of a diverse community.



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