Description:
About Us:Mecartea & Associates, PLLC is a growing legal practice committed to delivering high-quality, client-centered representation. We are expanding our team and seeking a dedicated In-House Counsel Attorney to support our ongoing casework, firm operations, and client matters across multiple practice areas.
Position Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented In-House Counsel to provide comprehensive legal support to the firm and its clients. This role requires strong legal judgment, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage a diverse caseload with urgency and professionalism.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide legal counsel on matters involving contracts, compliance, employment issues, and operational risk
- Draft, review, and revise legal documents, contracts, letters, and agreements
- Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda, briefs, and written opinions
- Support litigation preparation, discovery, case management, and trial readiness
- Assist firm leadership with corporate governance, internal policies, and compliance requirements
- Manage sensitive and time-critical legal matters with discretion and accuracy
- Communicate with clients, regulators, opposing counsel, and internal stakeholders
- Support the development of legal processes, templates, and workflow improvements
Required Qualifications:
- Licensed to practice law in the State of Arizona (active and in good standing)
- J.D. from an accredited law school
- Minimum 3–7 years of legal experience (law firm, corporate counsel, or mixed background)
- Strong background in contracts, compliance, business law, and general legal practice
- Exceptional legal writing, drafting, and negotiation skills
- Ability to handle multiple deadlines, shifting priorities, and urgent matters
- High level of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with small firm or multi-practice law firm environments
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Strong research, analytical, and organizational skills