Legal Strategy and Counsel: Support the development and implementation of legal strategies that align with the company’s goals. Provide expert legal advice to the executive team on various legal matters, including contracts, compliance, intellectual property, and corporate governance.
Contract Management: Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including supplier contracts, licensing agreements, partnerships, and distribution agreements. Manage contract reviews process.
Regulatory Compliance: Ensure the company’s compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including employment law, environmental regulations, and consumer protection laws, including GDPR. Stay current on legal developments in the sports industry and advise the company on potential impacts.
Intellectual Property Management: Work with outside trademark, copyright and patent attorney’s to oversee processes for the protection of the company’s intellectual property, including patents, trademarks, and copyrights. Manage IP litigation, licensing, and enforcement efforts, coordinating with outside counsel as necessary.
Risk Management: Identify potential legal risks and develop strategies to mitigate them. Provide guidance on risk management practices, including insurance coverage and liability issues.
Corporate Governance: Ensure compliance with corporate governance requirements.
Litigation Management: Oversee potential litigation and dispute resolution efforts, serving as the primary liaison with outside counsel. Work with external legal teams to manage cases efficiently and develop strategies for litigation avoidance and alternative dispute resolution.
Liaison with Outside Counsel: Serve as the main point of contact for outside counsel, ensuring effective communication and collaboration. Manage relationships with external law firms to address specialized legal issues, control costs, and ensure high-quality legal representation.
Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other departments and senior management to ensure legal considerations are integrated into business decisions.