At U.S. LawShield, you’ll have an opportunity to help educate and empower our communities through knowledge and education, and by promoting a self-defense mindset. Our company challenges the status quo regarding the affordability of legal defense, and we protect our member’s fundamental legal rights. Our higher purpose is to encourage people to take responsible measures to improve their safety and self-defense and to serve those who do.
We’re looking for a dedicated and meticulous compliance staff attorney. In this role, you’ll use your legal skills and knowledge to review and approve a wide variety of marketing material. This includes copy for emails, websites, brochures, social media posts, newsletters, books, and more. We operate in a highly regulated industry where compliance is of paramount importance and attention to detail is a must.
The salary range for this role is $90,000.00 – $110,000.00, commensurate with experience. One must be currently licensed to practice law in the state of Texas.
Please note: As part of the evaluation process, candidates will be required to provide a cover letter and legal writing sample, in addition to a resume.
Benefits
- 15 days of PTO per calendar year, with additional time accruing with tenure
- 10 paid holidays
- Medical, dental, vision and additional supplemental coverage options
- Employee Assistance Program with travel protection, counseling and medical bill-saver program
- 401(k)
- Quarterly travel opportunities for our company-wide meetings
- U.S. LawShield membership included with employment
Duties/Responsibilities
- Reviews and analyzes material for potential legal risks and regulatory requirements
- Ensures all materials comply with federal and state laws, regulations, and corporate policies
- Provides practical day-to-day and strategic advice to minimize legal risks while advancing business goals and initiatives
- Reviews and quality checks large volumes of time-sensitive marketing material with accuracy
- Advises multiple departments throughout the development process on a broad range of best legal practices and compliance issues
- Legal research as needed for company projects
- Other related duties as assigned
Required Skills/Abilities
- Excellent proofreading, editing, and writing skills with meticulous attention to detail
- Ability to manage time, meet deadlines, and multi-task under pressure
- Excellent oral communication skills, including the ability to provide constructive critiques with diplomacy and tact
- Must be able to take the initiative to communicate potential problems and/or concerns
- Must be proficient and have experience sifting through large amounts of content
- Proficient computer skills (MS Office Suite) with the ability to learn new software
- Knowledge and/or deep appreciation for self-defense rights, law-abiding gun ownership, the U.S. Constitution, and founding principles of the United States.
Education and Experience
- Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent law degree from an accredited institution; licensed to practice law in the State of Texas, and be in good standing (required)
- 1-3 years of practice experience required
- Excellent academic credentials and or law journal experience
- Prior in-house counsel and/or private practice experience at a law firm is a plus