Responsibilities Contract Management & Negotiation Draft, review, redline, and negotiate a wide range of logistics contracts, including services agreements, warehouse management, multi-modal transportation (OTR, ocean, air, drayage, and LTL/FTL), and related agreementsCollaborate with internal and external stakeholders to secure terms favorable to the company while fostering strong client relationshipsEnsure all contracts comply with legal, regulatory, and company policiesCompliance & Regulatory Advisory Serve as subject matter expert on contracts, applicable laws, and regulations (e.g., FMCSA, FMC, OSRA 2022, privacy laws like CCPA/GDPR)Monitor legal and regulatory developments in trade, import/export, logistics, and supply chain; advise on impacts to strategy and operationsDevelop templates, workflows, and training sessions to promote compliance and best practices across the organizationRisk Management & Claims Resolution Identify potential risks, recommend mitigation strategies, and provide legal advice on logistics claims, disputes, and complaintsSupport claim processes, assessing validity, coverage, and liabilityAssist with litigation, alternative dispute resolutions, and special projectsCollaboration & Representation Represent SL Legal in meetings with customers, vendors, partners, outside counsel, auditors, and insurersWork cross-functionally across time zones and cultures to support business stakeholdersReport timely to managers and leaders onPerform other duties as assigned or neededQualifications J.D. from an ABA-accredited law schoolAdmitted to practice law in Texas (for the Plano location) or California (for the Cerritos location), active and in good standingMinimum 5 years of legal practices, including 2 years in the transportation or warehouse industriesExpertise in logistics/warehousing contracts, U.S. import/export regulations, FMC rules, and OSRA 2022 (especially demurrage/detention)Experience with multiple transportation modes (e.g., truckload, flatbed, LTL, railroad, ocean import & export)Prior in-house counsel role in a global companyExcellent verbal/written communication skills; ability to articulate legal advice and produce reportsBusiness-oriented approach to problem-solving, with practical and creative solutionsAbility to work independently and in teams, multitask, and maintain attention to detail in a fast-paced environmentPositive attitude, high energy, and sense of urgency under pressureProficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), legal research tools (e.g., Westlaw, Practical law); ability to learn internal systems (e.g., Cello)Travel %: up to 10% throughout the U.S.Work Location: Hybrid (WFH + Onsite: TX or CA office Min.