Associate General Counsel
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Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Summary:
Provide counsel to the University in focus areas to include but not limited to: athletic matters trademarks (all) primary complex contract drafting and review litigation (non-labor/employment) research contract and intellectual property matters The University of Akron Foundation matters and general and capital planning bids. Evaluates all aspects of real property matters to provide suitable advice and counsel.
Essential Functions:
- Assist in developing the Universitys response to new federal legislation in achieving compliance with its long-standing privacy policies and procedures.
- Report to the VP and General Counsel and provide advice and counsel with respect to athletic matters trademarks (all) primary complex contract drafting and review litigation (non-labor/employment) property transactions research contract and intellectual property matters The University of Akron Foundation matters general and capital planning bids and other such matters as directed by the VP and General Counsel.
- Negotiate draft review edit and approve University contracts and with the operation of contract administration and procedures.
Additional Position Information:
Education:
Requires a Law Degree.
Licenses/Certifications/Requirements:
License to practice law in the state of Ohio.
Experience:
Requires a minimum of 6 years experience practicing law and administering significant higher education law matters. Candidate should possess legal expertise in athletic matters trademarks complex contract drafting and review litigation (non-labor/employment) property transactions research contract and intellectual property matters and general and capital planning bids. Strong communication analytical and research skills required. Ability to organize time and tasks to effectively manage a heavy workload flexibility and a collegial disposition are to conduct legal research communication and perform related tasks via computer and technology required. Ability to practice law by the Supreme Court of Ohio work in public higher education or other relevant public employment is preferred.
Leadership: No authority or responsibility for the supervision of others.
Physical Requirements: Job is physically comfortable; individual is normally seated and has discretion about walking standing occasionally lift very lightweight objects.
Working Conditions: No major sources of working conditions discomfort standard working environment with possible minor inconveniences due to occasional noise crowded working conditions minor heating/cooling or ventilation problems and/or up to 40% use of PC terminal.
Application Instructions: In order to be considered for this position please complete the online application attach your resume and include three references.
Application Deadline: Review of applicants will begin on October 22 2025 and continue until the position is filled.
Compensation: The compensation for this position is commensurate with experience.
FLSA Status (exempt/nonexempt):
Union Affiliation (if applicable):
For assistance with your application or attachments please contact the Human Resources representative listed:
Natasha KuzminaEmail:
Background Check Statement
The University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees. The University endeavors to protect the health welfare and safety of all students employees and visitors on our campus. As such all offers of employment with The University of Akron are contingent upon verification of credentials and satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional credit investigation and a pre-employment driving record search.
Non-Discrimination Statement
The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. View our Non-Discrimination Statement for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veterans.
State of Residence Statement
It is the expectation of the University of Akron that allwork performed as an employee ofthe University will be performed in Ohio.
Required Experience:
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Key Skills
- General Counsel
- Legal Case Management
- Legal Drafting
- Litigation
- Intellectual Property Law
- Legal Counsel
- Legal Research
- Securities Law
- Employment & Labor Law
- Real Estate Law
- negotiation
- Contracts
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