Assistant Counsel

Summary

Join Athletes Unlimited, a leading professional women’s sports league, as an Assistant Counsel. This full-time, remote position reports to the General Counsel and offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits. You will support the General Counsel on various legal matters, including contract management, compliance, policy development, intellectual property, and general business guidance. The ideal candidate possesses a Juris Doctor (J.D.), bar admission (preferably in Illinois or Tennessee), and 1-3 years of legal experience. Experience in sports and/or entertainment is preferred. Athletes Unlimited is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) and admission to the bar, preferably in Illinois or Tennessee
• 1-3 years experience practicing law, preferably with experience in-house or in a similar environment
• Strong understanding of contract law and negotiation strategies, and management of interim issues in contract drafts
• Strong understanding of intellectual property issues as they relate to sports, and interplay between IP rights and contract law
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are essential; ability to manage shifting priorities each day; excellent interpersonal skills with a strong moral compass
• Experience with contract management software, as well as strong organizational and time management skills, are extremely valuable; desire to make an impact in women’s sports
• Occasional travel to game locations may be required
• Legal authorization to work in the United States

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, redline, negotiate, and manage contracts, agreements, and other legal documents, including (but not limited to) those related to venue leases, vendors, sponsorships and partnerships, content licenses, and distribution/broadcast agreements; assist in the development and execution of efficient processes related to contract management; manage and advise on complex interplay of contractual rights and obligations across business units
• Conduct legal research and stay updated on changes in laws and regulations that impact the business of Athletes Unlimited specifically and sports/entertainment generally, including those related to NCAA/eligibility regulations
• Ensure knowledge of and compliance and/or adherence with applicable laws, regulations, and corporate policies
• Assist in the training of and compliance with AU’s gaming-related integrity initiatives, including efforts to train and monitor AU’s Gambling Policy; manage process to secure and maintain state licenses for AU to participate on sport betting lines
• Assist in the clearance, prosecution, enforcement and management of AU’s trademark and copyright portfolios and other IP assets; perform global trademark and hot market clearance: review preliminary searches, analyze search reports and provide availability opinions; assist in development of relevant templates for internal communications (updates, proper usage) and external communications (for example, C&D letters)
• Assist in identifying and mitigating legal risks for the organization, both through contract management and legal processes
• Assist GC in the preparation, delivery and monitoring of training on legal and compliance issues to personnel and players
• Work effectively with internal business units on a variety of different strategic and operational initiatives
• Deliver ongoing analysis and day-to-day legal advice in connection with a wide variety of sports- and media-related agreements as well as strategic and operational issues; Provide legal advice and guidance to business clients and departments on various legal matters

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience in sports and/or entertainment

Benefits

• Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance plans
• 401(k) plan with generous company match
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness and Development benefit
• Caregiving benefit
• Unlimited paid time off alongside company holidays