Corporate Counsel

This role is being handled by Saatva internally and we are not accepting any applicants through recruiting or search firms. This is a fully remote position. Given operational needs, we prefer candidates located in California and possessing California Bar membership.

This is a true ground‑floor legal role. As only the second legal hire in company history, you will have wide latitude to shape the legal function, build operational discipline, and directly influence how the business scales. The company’s growth trajectory ensures the work stays challenging, global, and high impact. You will operate cross‑functionally with leadership in retail, sales, operations, product, marketing, finance, and HR while developing long‑term systems that support a rapidly expanding organization.

The role is intentionally designed as a leadership‑track opportunity.

Employment Law and Labor Relations

• Provide day‑to‑day counseling on hiring, performance management, terminations, accommodations, investigations, and compliance matters.
• Manage employment disputes in partnership with outside counsel.

Retail and Commercial Transactions

• Support the drafting and negotiation of LOIs and retail leases in connection with our real estate expansion.
• Draft, review, and negotiate vendor agreements and distribution/reseller deal contracts.
• Advise on advertising, promotions, e‑commerce requirements, consumer protection, and competition laws across jurisdictions.
• Guide business teams on risk, contract structure, and execution timelines.

Intellectual Property and Licensing

• Manage trademark, copyright, and patent portfolios in collaboration with external IP counsel.
• Oversee brand protection and enforcement strategy.

General Corporate and Compliance

• Assist with insurance portfolio management and regulatory compliance matters affecting retail and e‑commerce operations.
• Help develop templates, playbooks, and workflows that improve speed, consistency, and risk management.
• Support the General Counsel on strategic initiatives and board‑level matters as needed.

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and active bar membership in good standing.
• 3 to 5 years of broad legal experience, ideally in employment law or retail.
• Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills across commercial and operational matters.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state employment laws including Title VII, ADA, FMLA, FLSA, and state‑specific regulations.
• Experience with union matters and labor relations preferred.
• Familiarity with consumer protection, advertising, and e‑commerce regulations.
• Experience with intellectual property, licensing, or brand protection.
• Strong business judgment, communication skills, and ability to work cross‑functionally.
• Comfort operating in a fast‑paced, high‑growth, and sometimes ambiguous environment.
• Ability to work independently while supporting team objectives.
• Entrepreneurial mindset, proactive problem solving, and ability to build processes from scratch.
• California Bar membership and experience working on employee relations and retail law in California is highly preferred.

The US base salary range for this full‑time role is $170,000 to $185,000 per year, plus bonus and a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation and holidays, 401(k) matching, wellness programs, employee discounts, and more. Actual compensation is based on skills, experience, and work location.

Associate

Full‑time

Legal

Retail

Whitestone Home Furnishings is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees can thrive. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, military status, or any other protected characteristic. This commitment extends to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, selection, compensation, and development.

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