Associate General Counsel

What You’ll Do

• Provide legal counsel to internal stakeholders on a wide range of operational, regulatory, and corporate issues
• Review, draft, and negotiate complex contracts, including client agreements, vendor contracts, NDAs, service agreements, and licensing documents
• Support the General Counsel in managing corporate governance practices, legal policies, and compliance frameworks
• Conduct legal research, interpret statutes and regulations, and provide guidance on the impact of legal changes on Cotton operations
• Assist with mergers, acquisitions, corporate transactions, and related due diligence tasks

• Oversee litigation matters handled by outside counsel, including strategy, filings, discovery, and settlement discussions
• Support internal teams in collecting information, responding to subpoenas, and preparing legal documentation
• Review budgets, invoices, and performance of outside counsel and other legal vendors

• Support company-wide compliance efforts, including licensing, regulatory filings, documentation, and audits
• Work collaboratively with the Risk Department on matters involving insurance, liability, risk exposure, and regulatory compliance
• Ensure legal risk assessments are integrated into major business initiatives

What You Bring to the Table

• Minimum of 7–10 years of legal experience, including significant in-house counsel experience preferred
• Strong background in commercial contracting, corporate governance, and regulatory matters
• Experience managing litigation or coordinating with outside counsel
• Experience supervising legal staff or leading operational processes within a legal function is preferred
• Experience in construction, restoration, industrial services, or related industries is beneficial
• Strong legal drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills
• Ability to identify risks, interpret complex regulations, and provide sound legal advice
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to explain legal concepts to non-lawyers
• Proficiency with legal technology, contract management systems, and Microsoft Office
• Strong organizational and decision-making abilities

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school required
• Active license to practice law in Texas
• Licensed to practice in Texas or ability to become licensed within a defined timeframe

Why Join Cotton?

• Impactful Work: Make a difference by helping businesses prepare for and recover from disasters.
• Collaborative Culture: Work alongside passionate, talented professionals in a fast-paced environment.
• Career Growth: Expand your skills and grow within a dynamic, industry-leading company.
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Enjoy a strong benefits package, including healthcare, retirement plans, and more.