<p>We are seeking an experienced <strong>Temporary Legal Counsel</strong> to support Marketing, eCommerce, Sustainability, Quality Assurance, and Intellectual Property initiatives. This role will provide practical, business-focused legal guidance on advertising, marketing, promotions, product claims, and brand protection in a fast-paced consumer products environment.<br><br></p>Key Responsibilities<br><br><ul><li>Review advertising, marketing, promotional, social media, and consumer-facing materials for legal compliance.</li><li>Evaluate claims substantiation and advise on product, comparative, health, environmental, and sustainability claims.</li><li>Counsel marketing, eCommerce, product, sales, and innovation teams on campaigns, product launches, packaging, and promotions.</li><li>Advise on digital marketing, influencer programs, sweepstakes, contests, loyalty programs, and consumer protection matters.</li><li>Draft, review, and negotiate marketing and IP-related agreements, including NDAs, licenses, influencer, agency, sponsorship, content, and vendor agreements.</li><li>Provide guidance on trademark, copyright, licensing, branding, content clearance, and rights-of-publicity matters.</li><li>Support trademark portfolio activities and coordinate with outside counsel as needed.</li><li>Develop practical legal guidance, templates, and training materials for business teams.<br><br></li></ul>Qualifications<br><br><ul><li>JD required and active CT or NY Bar membership (or equivalent in-house counsel eligibility).</li><li>5+ years of legal experience in a law firm, government agency, or corporate legal department.</li><li>Strong experience advising on advertising, marketing, consumer protection, and claims substantiation matters.</li><li>Working knowledge of trademarks, copyrights, licensing, and related intellectual property issues.</li><li>Excellent drafting, negotiation, analytical, and project management skills.</li><li>Ability to provide clear, practical legal advice and work independently in a fully remote environment.</li><li>Prior in-house experience supporting consumer products, retail, or eCommerce businesses is preferred.<br><br></li></ul>Ideal Candidate<br><br><p>The successful candidate is a collaborative, solutions-oriented attorney with strong business judgment, the ability to manage competing priorities, and a hands-on approach to supporting cross-functional teams. They thrive in a fast-moving environment and can balance legal risk with commercial objectives.<br></p><p> <br></p><p><em>All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.</em></p>
