In House Legal Counsel

Our firm is partnering with **Sterett Contracting Group** to recruit an **In House Legal Counsel.** This versatile, hands-on role will provide comprehensive legal support across all areas of business, enabling efficient operations, risk mitigation, and strategic growth in a collaborative, family-oriented environment. You will act as a trusted business partner to ownership and department leads, handling everything from routine contract reviews to complex compliance matters. In a small company setting, this position offers broad exposure and direct impact - no two days are the same. Ideal for an attorney who enjoys wearing multiple hats, delivering practical advice, and building long-term relationships rather than operating in a large departmental silo. Outside counsel will be used selectively for specialized litigations; you will manage and direct those relationships. **This is an ideal position for early-career attorneys seeking hands-on experience, or paralegals with experience in the corporate environment looking to expand their responsibilities!** **This is an on-site position, but can be located in Owensboro KY, Bowling Green KY, or Evansville IN based on the candidate. There will be some travel between offices.** **Key Responsibilities** This role covers legal support for every business function, including but not limited to, operations, sales, HR, finance, procurement, marketing, facilities, and family leadership. Core duties include: * Draft, review, and negotiate contracts (vendors, customers, employment, leases, etc.) * Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations * Maintain corporate governance records and filings * Identify and mitigate risk; manage insurance and claims * Handle disputes and coordinate with outside counsel * Support real estate transactions and business initiatives * Advise leadership on legal and strategic decisions **Qualifications** * Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school with active license to practice law in Kentucky is preferred * 1+ years of experience (corporate, commercial, or in-house preferred) as attorney or **paralegal** required * Demonstrated broad exposure to contracts, compliance, employment law, and corporate matters * Familiarity with small or family-owned businesses is a significant plus **Preferred Skills & Attributes** * Strong business acumen - able to balance legal risk with practical business needs * Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills (able to explain complex issues clearly to non-lawyers) * High integrity, discretion, and sound judgement (especially important in family business) * Proactive, self-directed, and comfortable working independently with minimal support staff * Strong organizational and project-management skills * Proficiency with Microsoft Office, contract-management tools, and basic legal research platforms **What We Offer** * Competitive salary: $75,000–$95,000 (based on experience) * Comprehensive benefits (health, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, holidays) * Professional development support * Collaborative, low-bureaucracy environment with growth opportunities