General Counsel
- Full Time, onsite
- Halo Dream, Inc. (FKA Aden & Anais, Inc.)
- New York City Metropolitan Area, United States of America
TITLE: General Counsel
REPORTS TO: CEO
LOCATION: Virtual
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The General Counsel will oversee and manage all legal matters related to the company's operations, including corporate governance, contracts, intellectual property, compliance, litigation, and employment law. This role will work closely with senior management to mitigate legal risks and support business strategies, providing clear, practical, and timely legal advice. The ideal candidate will have experience in consumer products, a proactive approach to legal problem-solving, and the ability to communicate complex legal concepts to non-legal professionals.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Develop and execute legal strategies to support corporate strategy, business decisions, compliance and company operations.
- Oversee intellectual property matters, including trademarks, patents, and copyrights, ensuring protection and compliance with intellectual property laws.
- Ensure compliance with applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations, particularly in relation to consumer products, advertising, and marketing.
- Manage and mitigate legal risks related to product liability, consumer protection, privacy laws, and advertising regulations.
- Handle and oversee any litigation, disputes, or claims involving the company, working with external counsel as necessary.
- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, including supplier agreements, distribution contracts, licensing agreements, and other business-related documents.
- Advise on labor and employment law matters, including employee relations, compensation, benefits, and workplace policies.
- Develop, implement, and maintain company policies and procedures to ensure legal compliance and reduce legal risks.
- Monitor changes in relevant laws and regulations to keep the company informed and prepared for adjustments.
- Provide guidance on mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and other corporate transactions.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- J.D. from an accredited law school and active membership in a state bar.
- Minimum of 5-7 years of legal experience, preferably with experience in consumer products or a related industry.
- Strong knowledge of corporate law, contracts, intellectual property, employment law, product liability, and regulatory compliance.
- Experience in managing or overseeing litigation and disputes, with a practical and business-minded approach.
- Experience with e-commerce and international business transactions.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain legal concepts clearly to non-legal stakeholders.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a proactive and solution-oriented approach.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a team-oriented mindset.
- Operates with a “win together” mentality.
Halo Dream, Inc., provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.