General Counsel

FWF is looking for a General Counsel to optimize our organizational efficiency for legal matters. The General Counsel will examine and draft employment, real estate, and vendor contracts. Additionally, this position will manage copyrights and trademarks while preserving business records.

The General Counsel will ensure legal compliance in all business practices. This activity includes but is not limited to: contracts, insurance claims, employee relations, and mergers and acquisitions (M&A).

The successful candidate will have sound knowledge and understanding of applicable laws and regulations with demonstrated ability to make prudent legal decisions. Top candidates will be collaborative team members with outstanding advocacy and people skills.

General Counsel Responsibilities:

Advising company leadership on various matters such as new and existing laws and legal rights.

Managing company legal matters.

Examining and creating draft agreements, such as employment and vendor agreements.

Maintaining knowledge of company operations and legal documents.

Conducting legal research and reviewing the company's litigation strategy pertaining to legal actions.

Promulgating and creating directives of corporate acts and decisions.

Preserving all corporate records.

Handling statutory filings, such as licensing forms.

Creating new entities and managing the organization's intellectual property.

Other duties as assigned.

General Counsel Requirements:

Juris Doctor degree from accredited, top-tier law school.

4+ years of practice with an established law firm.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Knowledge of statutes, rules, and regulations pertaining to the transportation industry.

Proficient understanding of business sensitivities and confidentiality.

Knowledge of the transportation industry a plus.

Fifth Wheel Freight is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.