Legal Counsel

Pacific Coast Companies, Inc.
Location: Rancho Cordova, CA 
Department: Legal
Salary: $100,000 - $130,000/year dependent on experience.
This full-time role will report directly to the Chief Legal Officer.

Join Our Team

We are a fun-loving, hard-working tight knit Legal Department that is looking for a curious, analytical, and business-minded Legal Counsel who enjoys solving complex legal challenges and helping teams navigate risk with confidence.

In this role, you'll play a vital part in protecting the interests of a global company while supporting business leaders across Pacific Coast Companies, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries. You'll gain broad exposure to litigation, employment law, construction-related matters, compliance, and corporate legal initiatives while being trained by a former Judge and a former law firm partner, both with 40+ years of legal experience.

If you thrive in a collaborative environment, enjoy balancing legal analysis with practical business solutions, and want to make a meaningful impact on organizational success, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

Litigation & Dispute Management

• Assist in the defense of employment-related litigation, including wrongful termination, wage and hour, PAGA, and other workplace matters with the goal of handling such claims on your own
• Assist in the defense of construction defect claims, OSHA citations, collections matters, and other legal disputes, with the goal of handling such claims on your own
• Conduct legal research and analysis to support litigation strategy and business decisions
• Gather, organize, and review documents for case preparation and legal proceedings
• Monitor case progress and provide updates to internal stakeholders

Legal Advisory & Business Partnership

• Partner with business leaders and field personnel to identify and address potential legal risks
• Provide practical legal guidance that supports operational and strategic objectives
• Research legal issues impacting day-to-day business activities and long-term initiatives
• Support and collaborate with:
• Operations and field leadership
• Human Resources
• Executive leadership and business stakeholders
• Assist with evaluating legal implications of business decisions and operational practices

Risk Management & Compliance

• Help ensure compliance with legal, contractual, corporate, and risk management policies
• Identify opportunities to reduce organizational risk and strengthen business processes
• Assist with responses to regulatory inquiries and legal matters
• Support litigation strategy discussions and recommendations with internal and external partners

Policies, Documentation & Knowledge Management

• Maintain and update:
• Legal policies and procedures
• Corporate compliance documentation
• Litigation and case management records
• Support compliance, audit, reporting, and knowledge-sharing efforts across teams

External Counsel & Case Coordination

• Coordinate with outside counsel on ongoing legal matters
• Manage document requests, gather information, and case-related communications
• Assist with subpoena responses and other legal information requests
• Support projects and special assignments as business needs evolve

Drive Innovation

• Stay current on emerging trends, tools, and best practices within employment law, construction litigation, compliance, and corporate legal operations
• Support strategic initiatives, process improvements, and organizational enhancements
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts across the Legal Department

What You Bring

Experience & Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree or equivalent legal education required
• 0-2 years of relevant legal experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Exposure to employment laws and litigation, construction laws and litigation, compliance, or regulatory matters is preferred
• Experience conducting legal research, writing, and issue analysis

Technical Skills

You bring experience across a range of tools, systems, and technologies, including:

• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Legal research platforms and online legal resources
• Document management and case tracking systems
• Business communication and collaboration tools

Bonus points if you have experience with:

• Employment law matters
• Construction industry legal issues
• OSHA, regulatory, or compliance-related matters

Certifications

• California Bar License preferred
• Admission to practice law in another state is a plus
• Additional legal, compliance, or risk management certifications are advantageous

What Makes You Successful

• Strong legal research, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a dynamic environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with diverse stakeholders
• Adaptability and sound judgment when navigating complex legal matters

Work Environment

• Primarily office-based environment with moderate noise levels
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and use a computer for extended periods throughout the workday
• Occasional travel may be required depending on litigation demands and case locations

Why You'll Love This Role

• Opportunity to develop a broad legal foundation across employment, litigation, compliance, and construction-related matters
• Work alongside experienced legal professionals, including seasoned industry leaders and mentors
• Gain exposure to a variety of legal disciplines and business functions
• Play a direct role in managing risk and supporting organizational growth
• Build your legal career while contributing to meaningful business and operational outcomes

If you're ready to apply your legal expertise to solve real-world business challenges and help protect and strengthen Pacific Coast Companies through proactive legal partnership and risk management, we encourage you to apply!