Job Title: General Legal Counsel (Part-Time / Contract)
Location: Palm Beach County & Broward County, FL (Hybrid / As-Needed)
Company Overview:
We are a growing small business providing DUI services, substance abuse counseling, and related support programs throughout Palm Beach and Broward County. We are seeking a dependable, practical, and business-minded legal professional to serve as ongoing general counsel and provide guidance on operational, compliance, and risk matters throughout the year.
This role is ideal for a newly licensed attorney looking to build experience, or a semi-retired legal professional seeking flexible, part-time work.
Position Summary:
The General Legal Counsel will provide ongoing legal support for business operations, regulatory compliance, contracts, and risk management. This role will serve as a trusted advisor to leadership and be available on an as-needed basis for consultations, document review, and occasional representation coordination.
Key Responsibilities:
• Provide general legal guidance for day-to-day business operations
• Draft, review, and revise contracts, agreements, and policies
• Advise on regulatory compliance related to DUI services, substance abuse programs, and related services
• Support licensing, risk management, and liability mitigation efforts
• Review HR-related documentation and advise on employment matters when needed
• Coordinate with external counsel for litigation or specialized legal issues if required
• Assist with business structuring, expansion, and operational compliance across Palm Beach and Broward County
Qualifications:
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Licensed to practice law in the State of Florida (required)
• 0–5 years of experience, or semi-retired attorney seeking part-time engagement
• Experience or interest in healthcare, behavioral health, DUI programs, compliance, or small business law preferred
• Strong contract drafting and review skills
• Practical, solutions-focused approach to legal matters
• Ability to work independently and respond in a timely manner
Work Structure & Compensation:
• Part-time / contract / retainer-based arrangement
• Flexible schedule; work performed as needed throughout the year
• Combination of remote and occasional in-person meetings
• Compensation commensurate with experience (hourly or monthly retainer)
Ideal Candidate:
• Seeking to gain hands-on business legal experience, or
• Semi-retired professional looking for meaningful, flexible legal work
• Responsive, dependable, and comfortable advising small business leadership
To Apply:
Please submit your resume, a brief summary of relevant experience, and your preferred compensation structure (hourly or retainer).
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $52,993.17 - $63,819.73 per year
Application Question(s):
• Are you currently licensed to practice law in the State of Florida?
• How many years of legal experience do you have?
• Do you have experience supporting small businesses with legal, compliance, or operational matters?
• Are you comfortable providing ongoing legal guidance on an as-needed basis (retainer or hourly structure)?
• Are you available to support businesses operating in Palm Beach and Broward County, including occasional in-person meetings if needed?
Work Location: Remote