Misfits Market

General Counsel

• Provide day-to-day advice to HR and management on employment matters including hiring, discipline, terminations, leaves of absence, accommodations, and workplace investigations
• Advise on wage and hour compliance, worker classification, and payroll practices across multiple jurisdictions
• Draft and review employment policies, handbooks, agreements, and other HR documentation to ensure legal compliance
• Advise on labor relations and collective bargaining agreement compliance
• Partner with HR and Operations teams to minimize litigation risk and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws
• Manage litigation matters across all practice areas from inception through resolution, including employment disputes, auto accident claims, workers’ comp claims, commercial litigation, and consumer claims
• Draft and review pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and other litigation documents
• Handle discovery management, settlement negotiations, and trial preparation across diverse legal matters
• Represent the company in administrative proceedings and mediations
• Develop litigation strategy and oversee outside counsel relationships to ensure cost-effective case management
• Coordinate with insurance carriers and manage coverage issues for various types of claims
• Provide litigation risk assessments and strategic recommendations to leadership
• Gradually take on contract review, revision, and negotiation responsibilities across various business functions
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on legal aspects of new business initiatives and product launches

Senior Counsel