Counsel, Commercial Transactions and Litigation

6 hours, 24 minutes ago
Full-time
Senior
Legal
TerrAscend

TerrAscend

TerrAscend is a prominent North American cannabis operator that specializes in vertically integrated cannabis cultivation, production, and retail, catering to the evolving needs of clients across multiple states in the U.S. and Canada.

Pharmaceuticals
251-1K
$441M raised

Description

  • Serve as legal advisor to TerrAscend and its management team on day-to-day commercial operations.
  • Negotiate and draft complex commercial agreements, including partnerships, joint ventures, licensing, supply, and service agreements.
  • Advise on legal issues affecting the company, including M&A, commercial contracts, intellectual property, employment law, and data privacy.
  • Assist with M&A transactions, including diligence and integration support.
  • Oversee commercial disputes and litigation from inception to conclusion, including budgeting, outside counsel management, legal holds, and document collection.
  • Provide practical advice on labor and employment matters, including union matters, negotiations, hiring, performance management, discipline, leaves of absence, and terminations.
  • Work with the securities team on public company filings and related requirements.
  • Identify, assess, and manage legal risks tied to business activities.
  • Advise on intellectual property and marketing compliance matters.
  • Develop and implement policies, procedures, and training to support compliance, including oversight of AI and contract management workflows and repositories.

Requirements

  • Juris Doctorate (J.D.) and active licensure in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
  • 3-5 years of experience as a licensed attorney.
  • 1-3 years of experience in a corporate legal department in a regulated industry preferred.
  • Prior in-house experience and litigation experience preferred.
  • Familiarity with publicly traded company matters.
  • Familiarity with SEC filings and reporting requirements.
  • Familiarity with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong legal writing skills and close attention to detail.
  • Ability to prioritize, manage multiple projects, adapt to changing demands, and handle confidential information professionally.

Benefits

  • $160,000 - $170,000 annual salary.
  • Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans for employees and dependents.
  • Mental health and wellness support, including counseling, life coaching, nutrition coaching, and fitness discounts.
  • Flexible paid time off (PTO).
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with confidential support for mental health, financial planning, legal matters, and more.
  • Paid parental leave.
  • 401(k) with 4% company match and immediate vesting.
  • Pet insurance and employee discounts at TerrAscend dispensary locations.

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