Corporate Counsel

Kampgrounds of America, Inc.

. Serve as a trusted legal advisor to company leadership and report to the General Counsel .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeBillings • Montana • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a trusted legal advisor to company leadership and report to the General Counsel
Provide comprehensive legal guidance on business transactions, corporate and regulatory compliance, litigation, risk management, franchise support, and organizational matters
Review, draft, negotiate, and manage commercial contracts, including franchise, vendor, service, and operational agreements
Manage litigation matters, coordinate with outside counsel, assist with discovery, and develop litigation strategies
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws; identify legal risks and implement mitigation strategies
Assist with maintenance, expansion, and enforcement of trademark, copyright, and patent portfolios
Oversee insurance programs, claims management, policy reviews, and coordination with insurance carriers, managers, and panel counsel
Provide legal counsel on employment and HR matters, including litigation, employee relations, investigations, wage and hour issues, ADA/FMLA matters, policies, and compliance
Advise on employment-related policies and training programs
Support the Executive Team on U.S. and Canadian corporate governance and subsidiary compliance, including liquor licensing
Advise and support franchise-related legal matters and franchise agreement compliance
Conduct legal research and provide written and oral legal opinions to business units
Work independently, communicate with internal stakeholders, manage multiple priorities, and respond to urgent legal matters outside standard business hours when required
Travel approximately 10% to KOA locations, events, legal seminars, and conferences

Requirements

What you’ll need

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
Active bar license (State of Montana bar license preferred)
Minimum 5 years of legal experience (law firm or in-house)
Location in Billings, Montana or Remote
Demonstrated expertise in contract review and negotiation
Strong background in litigation management or litigation support
Proven experience with insurance management, including coverage analysis and claims handling
Substantive employment law experience
General knowledge of corporate law matters and business operations
Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills
Exceptional communication skills with ability to translate legal concepts for business audiences
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
High ethical standards and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality
Franchising experience and familiarity with franchise regulations (FTC Franchise Rule, state franchise laws) preferred
Liquor licensing and compliance experience preferred
Familiarity with Montana business law and regulations preferred
Project management experience preferred
Experience working as in-house counsel preferred
Experience managing litigation and working with outside counsel preferred
Interest in outdoor hospitality and recreation preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote work option or office-based work at the Home Office in Billings, Montana
Opportunity to work with a dynamic outdoor hospitality company with over 500 locations in the U.S. and Canada
Travel to company locations, events, and legal seminars
Professional development through attendance at legal seminars