Description:
Overview:The Associate Counsel is a key member of a collaborative in-house legal department at Kendall Automotive Group, one of the largest family owned group of automotive dealerships in the Pacific Northwest with dealerships in Idaho, Oregon, Montana, Washington and Alaska. This role provides practical, business-oriented legal guidance across litigation and transactional matters while supporting operational objectives and minimizing risk.
Responsibilities:
- Provide legal advice on matters affecting dealership operations
- Manage litigation and coordinate with outside counsel
- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and agreements
- Support regulatory compliance, employment, and corporate governance matters
- Partner with internal teams to deliver pragmatic legal solutions
Requirements:
- J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school
- Licensed and in good standing with the Idaho State Bar
- Oregon, Washington, and/or Montana bar membership a plus
- 7–10+ years of experience as a practicing attorney
- Ability to handle both litigation and transactional matters
- Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly and effectively advise business leaders, draft legal documents, and communicate complex legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders.
- Prior in-house experience preferred but not required
- Local candidates preferred; in-office position
Compensation:
The annual starting salary range for this position is $120,000 – $145,000 depending on experience and qualifications.
Benefits:
- Paid Time Off and Paid Personal Leave
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Paid Life Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Accident and Illness Supplemental Plans
- Employee discounts on vehicle purchases, parts, and service
Additional Information:
Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Salary Description
$120,000-$145,000/annually