Corporate Counsel (Direct-to-Consumer)

$ 90 - $ 110 / Hour
location_onEl segundo, California

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Location: Fully Remote (U.S.)

Compensation: $90–$110/hour

Job Type: Contract | Part-Time (10–20 hours/week)

 

Overview

Our client, an innovative and rapidly growing company in the food and beverage space, is seeking an experienced Corporate Counsel with deep expertise in Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) operations. This is a fully remote, part-time contract opportunity supporting a fast-evolving e-commerce and consumer-facing business.

 

This role offers the potential for a long-term engagement, with an initial expectation of at least a 6-month commitment. The ideal candidate is proactive, communicative, and thrives in a flexible, project-based environment.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Advise on legal matters related to direct-to-consumer (DTC) sales channels and e-commerce operations

  • Provide guidance on data privacy, consumer protection, and advertising compliance

  • Review and assess marketing initiatives including affiliate programs, referral links, and promotional campaigns

  • Counsel on subscription models and consumer rights (e.g., renewals, cancellation policies)

  • Partner cross-functionally with business teams to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations

  • Draft, review, and negotiate agreements related to digital marketing, partnerships, and e-commerce activity

 

Qualifications

  • Juris Doctor (JD) and active bar license in good standing

  • Significant experience in Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) legal work

  • Background in food & beverage, consumer goods, or supplements/vitamins industry

  • Strong knowledge of data privacy laws, e-commerce regulations, and advertising compliance

  • Ability to work independently and communicate timelines proactively

 

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

 

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

  • The California Fair Chance Act

  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

 

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Pay Details: $90.00 to $110.00 per hour

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Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance


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