Legal Counsel (Hybrid)

Woongjin, Inc • Cerritos, CA

154d • $110,000 - $150,000

About The Position

WOONGJIN, Inc. is a rapidly growing team who provides a range of unique, exceptional, and enhanced services to our clients. We have a strong moral code that includes the service of goodness without expectations of reward. We are motivated by the sense of responsibility and servant leadership. The position involves contract drafting and review, risk management, regulatory compliance, legal research, and dispute resolution. The candidate will work across time zones and cultures with a cross-functional group of stakeholders and assist with ad-hoc or special projects as requested.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in California.
• 4+ years of legal practices including at least 1 year in logistics-, transportation-, and warehouse management-related transactional experience.
• Working knowledge of industry-specific regulations such as DOT, FMCSA, OSRA, and logistics and warehousing contracts in general.
• Experience in different modes of transportation (e.g., truckload, flatbed, LTL, railroad, ocean, import & export).
• Demonstrated abilities to work in a fast-paced environment, meet stringent timelines, and handle multiple demands simultaneously.
• Excellent client relationship experience and communication skills, and ability to work with a wide range of people with varying degrees of legal exposure.
• Demonstrated abilities to work both independently and as a team player.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and ability to conduct Internet research and learn internal contract management tools.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts, including transportation agreements, warehousing contracts, service agreements, and vendor contracts.
• Ensure that contracts are in compliance with relevant laws and regulations and reflect the best interests of the company.
• Identify potential legal risks and provide proactive advice and solutions to mitigate them.
• Develop and implement strategies to protect the company’s interests and minimize legal exposure.
• Stay updated on federal, state, and local regulations pertaining to logistics, transportation, and warehouse management.
• Provide guidance and support to ensure compliance with industry-specific regulations, including DOT, FMCSA, OSRA and others.
• Conduct legal research to stay current with evolving legal trends and industry-specific issues.
• Translate legal findings into actionable recommendations for the company.
• Assist in the resolution of disputes, including contract disputes, claims, and litigation matters.
• Collaborate with outside counsel when necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned or needed.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Sick hours

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees