Description:
Description:Husch Blackwell LLP is a full-service litigation and business law firm with multiple locations across the United States, serving clients with domestic and international operations.
At Husch Blackwell we believe that diverse, equitable and inclusive teams lead to better outcomes. Husch Blackwell is committed to retaining, recruiting, developing, and promoting talented lawyers and business professionals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We foster an engaged, diverse, and inclusive team culture of accountability and purpose that makes our Firm and our communities better.
Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our General Counsel position. This position may be filled remotely, or in any of our locations.
The General Counsel (GC) serves as the Firm's chief legal officer and strategic legal adviser to the Executive Board (EB) Chair, Chief Executive, Executive Board, and Senior Leadership Team. This crucial role provides deep legal knowledge combined with business acumen to navigate the complexities of a rapidly evolving legal and regulatory landscape, geopolitical volatility, and accelerating technological change. The GC brings strategic foresight, agility, and deep industry insight to proactively manage risk, drive ethical excellence, and support the Firm's long-term growth and resilience.
The GC leads the legal interests and responsibilities of the firm with a forward-thinking, business-oriented approach – ensuring timely, balanced responses to emerging risks and opportunities. This includes oversight of internal and external counsel, review and refinement of partnership agreements, oversight of the firm's insurance policies, and analysis of past claims to strengthen the Firm's risk posture. Essential job functions include:
Strategic Legal Leadership
Proactive Risk Management, Business Partnership & Operational Collaboration
Risk Management & Compliance
Ethics & Professional Responsibility
Operational Oversight
Industry Engagement & Insight
Position Requirements:
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities, or requirements. The Firm will provide reasonable accommodations as necessary to allow an individual with a disability to apply for and/or perform the essential functions of a position. If you need assistance to accommodate a disability, please contact HR.
Compensation and Benefits:
Employees are entitled to compensation commensurate with skill and experience. The exact compensation will vary based on skills, experience, location, and other factors permitted by law. The expected compensation range for this position is $200,000 - $600,000.
The above salaries do not include a discretionary bonus, however bonus opportunities are non-guaranteed, and are dependent upon individual and firm performance. Full-time employees receive benefits including: medical and dental coverage; life insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance; pre-tax flexible spending account for certain medical and dependent care expenses; an employee assistance program; Paid Time Off; paid holidays; participation in a retirement plan program after meeting eligibility requirements; and more.
Please include a cover letter and resume when applying.
EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Vet. Principal Applicants Only.
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Qualifications:
Education:
- Advise the EB Chair, Chief Executive, Executive Board and Senior Leadership Team on legal implications of strategic decisions, transactions, and firm-wide initiatives.
- Provide clear guidance on governance, policy development, and ethical standards across the Firm.
- Serve as a key voice in strategic planning, practice management, and special projects with legal dimensions.
- Provide decisive and knowledgeable input on a variety of risk and legal issues raised for input related to the firm's ethical protections and responsibilities.
- Serve as a key strategic advisor to the executive team, including Chief Executive and Chief Operating Officer, proactively identifying and managing not only legal risks but also reputational, public relations, and broader business risks that may impact the firm.
- Demonstrate a pragmatic, business-oriented mindset, balancing legal considerations with the commercial objectives and reputation of the firm.
- Collaborate closely and responsively with all operational teams—including conflicts, docketing, and other administrative functions—to ensure risks are managed holistically across the firm.
- Maintain a highly organized and methodical approach to managing multiple responsibilities, ensuring timely and effective communication and follow-up with stakeholders at all levels.
- Communicate emerging risk trends and regulatory changes within the legal industry to guide operations teams in adapting strategies for compliance and organizational resilience.
- Provide clear, actionable guidance that reflects a thorough understanding of the applicable law as well as broader business context, supporting sound and strategic decision-making across all functions.
- Foster a culture of proactive risk awareness, open communication, and accountability, ensuring that risk management is seamlessly integrated into the firm's strategic planning and daily operations.
- Exhibit a collaborative and approachable working style, building strong relationships with senior business leaders, attorneys, and business professionals to promote a unified approach to risk and business management.
- Lead proactive risk identification and mitigation strategies, informed by geopolitical, regulatory, and technological trends.
- Analyze historical claims against the Firm and recommend structural or policy changes to prevent recurrence.
- Ensure compliance with employment law, benefits, intellectual property, and professional responsibility obligations.
- Manage any litigation involving the firm, including malpractice claims, regulatory investigations, and employment disputes.
- Collaborate with ethics and loss prevention specialists to uphold the Firm's commitment to integrity and ethical excellence.
- Provide guidance on sensitive internal and external communications, conflicts of interest, and reputational risk.
- Advises on professional liability, malpractice prevention, and insurance matters, including negotiating and overseeing the firm's insurance policies.
- Review, negotiate, and approve material contracts and agreements, including partner separation and employment arrangements.
- Recommend amendments to the Firm's Partnership Agreement to reflect evolving business needs and legal standards.
- Supervise Assistant General Counsel and coordinate with outside counsel on active claims and legal proceedings.
- Manage and oversee a team of attorneys and business professionals within the Office of General Counsel who support the functions and responsibilities of the General Counsel.
- Maintain strong relationships with General Counsels across the legal industry to benchmark best practices and anticipate emerging risks.
- Monitor legal and regulatory developments to inform Firm strategy and ensure readiness.
Position Requirements:
- JD required; active license to practice law in relevant jurisdiction.
- Significant experience as a law firm partner or in-house counsel at a comparable professional services firm; litigation experience preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to lead with strategic vision, business acumen, and ethical clarity.
- Exceptional judgment, responsiveness, and ability to manage complex, high-stakes issues under pressure.
- Strong communication and leadership skills; ability to influence across all levels of the Firm in a decisive yet consensus-building manner.
- Proficiency in legal technology platforms and litigation support tools.
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities, or requirements. The Firm will provide reasonable accommodations as necessary to allow an individual with a disability to apply for and/or perform the essential functions of a position. If you need assistance to accommodate a disability, please contact HR.
Compensation and Benefits:
Employees are entitled to compensation commensurate with skill and experience. The exact compensation will vary based on skills, experience, location, and other factors permitted by law. The expected compensation range for this position is $200,000 - $600,000.
The above salaries do not include a discretionary bonus, however bonus opportunities are non-guaranteed, and are dependent upon individual and firm performance. Full-time employees receive benefits including: medical and dental coverage; life insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance; pre-tax flexible spending account for certain medical and dependent care expenses; an employee assistance program; Paid Time Off; paid holidays; participation in a retirement plan program after meeting eligibility requirements; and more.
Please include a cover letter and resume when applying.
EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Vet. Principal Applicants Only.
#LI-DNI
Qualifications:
Education:
Required:
Juris Doctor or better.
Experience:
Required:
Preferred:
Litigation experience
Equal Opportunity Employer:
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
Juris Doctor or better.
Experience:
Required:
- 10 years:
- Experience as a law firm partner or in-house counsel
Preferred:
Litigation experience
Equal Opportunity Employer:
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
