Disability Rights California

General Counsel

• Serve as the primary legal advisor to the CEO, Board of Directors, Human Resources, Finance, and leadership team
• Provide practical legal advice supporting organizational goals and strategic initiatives
• Identify legal, regulatory, and operational risks and recommend mitigation strategies
• Support organizational decision-making by balancing legal requirements with operational needs
• Advise the Board on governance responsibilities, fiduciary duties, bylaws, policies, and nonprofit compliance
• Ensure compliance with federal and California nonprofit regulations, including lobbying and political activity requirements
• Monitor legal and regulatory changes and advise leadership on necessary actions
• Support responses to audits, regulatory reviews, and government inquiries
• Partner with Human Resources and leadership on employment matters
• Advise on employee relations, workplace investigations, disability accommodation, leave administration, policy interpretation, performance management, and disciplinary actions
• Provide guidance on California and federal employment laws
• Oversee review, drafting, and negotiation of contracts, leases, partnerships, and vendor agreements
• Manage relationships with outside counsel and coordinate legal strategy
• Evaluate claims and disputes and recommend resolution strategies
• Lead risk management efforts, including insurance, conflicts of interest, and professional liability concerns
• Develop and deliver training on legal, governance, compliance, and risk-related topics
• Support the MCLE provider program and review courses for MCLE eligibility
• Maintain legal records and oversee responses to subpoenas and service of process
• Report directly to the Chief Executive Officer
• No supervisory responsibilities