Corporate Counsel

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Detroit, MI, USA
In-Office
Mid level
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The Role
Serves as in-house lead counsel for Rock and its affiliated companies, advising on corporate, business, commercial, and philanthropic matters. Responsibilities include drafting and negotiating legal documents, supporting corporate governance and compliance, advising on policies and regulations, resolving legal issues with business leaders, and coordinating with outside litigation counsel.
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Rock is the For-More-Than-Profit family office for Dan Gilbert, connecting the 100+ entities that make up the Family of Companies. We are a team of diverse specialists who collaborate to maximize positive impact for the businesses and people in the communities we serve for generations to come. Rock is seeking an in-house corporate attorney, from Associate to Managing Attorney level, who will advise the leadership teams of Rock and other companies within the Rock Family of Companies on a variety of matters.
The successful candidate will have a J.D. and at least four years of relevant legal experience, such as in connection with commercial transactions, corporate governance, contracts and related business matters. The final job title and level will be dependent on experience and years of practice.
About the role
Reporting to the General Counsel, the Corporate Counsel would serve as lead attorney on diverse set of corporate, business, and philanthropic matters related to the Family of Companies.
  • Advise business partners across the Rock Family of Companies on various legal matters.
  • Review, draft, negotiate and prepare legal documents.
  • Provide general legal support to companies within the Rock Family of Companies.
  • Research and advise on policies, procedures, processes, corporate structure, licensing, compliance and regulations.
  • Partner with business leaders to problem solve legal and corporate matters within the Rock Family of Companies.
  • Serve as a liaison to outside counsel in connection with litigation matters.

About you
  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA accredited law school and admission to Michigan Bar.
  • 4+ years of relevant experience such as in connection with commercial transactions, corporate governance, contracts and related business matters.
  • Strong business judgment with highly developed risk assessment and decision-making skills and abilities, including ability to think strategically on legal and business issues.
  • Strong organizational skills.
  • Strong work ethic.

What you'll get
Our team members fuel our strategy, innovation and growth, so we ensure the health and well-being of not just you, but your family, too! We go above and beyond to give you the support you need on an individual level and offer all sorts of ways to help you live your best life. We are proud to offer eligible team members perks and health benefits that will help you have peace of mind. Simply put: We've got your back. Check out our full list of Benefits and Perks.
About us
Detroit-based Rock Ventures serves and connects Rocket Mortgage Founder and Cleveland Cavaliers Majority Owner Dan Gilbert's portfolio of more than 100 companies. The Family of Companies' mission is to increase growth, innovation and prosperity in the cities in which its thousands of team members live, work, and play. Key initiatives include real estate development, community investments and economic development.
This job description is an outline of the primary responsibilities of this position and may be modified at the discretion of the company at any time. Decisions related to employment are not based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. The company provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations in completing the application and/or participating in the application process should contact a member of the Human Resources team, at [email protected] .

Skills Required

  • Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school
  • Admission to the Michigan Bar
  • At least four years of relevant legal experience
  • Experience with commercial transactions, corporate governance, contracts, and related business matters
  • Strong business judgment, risk assessment, and strategic decision-making skills
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Strong work ethic
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The Company
HQ: Detroit, Michigan
14,200 Employees
Year Founded: 1985

What We Do

We’re a Detroit-based company obsessed with helping our clients achieve the dream of homeownership and financial freedom. Our flagship business, now known as Rocket Mortgage, was founded by Dan Gilbert in 1985. Since then, we’ve revolutionized the mortgage industry – twice – and taken our place as the industry leader. Today, the Rocket brand is synonymous with providing simple, fast and trusted digital solutions for complex transactions. When you need a mortgage, a real estate agent or a personal loan, Rocket gets you there fast.

Why Work With Us

Powered by AI and driven by human ingenuity, our trailblazing teams create endless pathways toward a future of possibility. By pairing relentless innovation with real empathy, we’re building the future of homeownership – together.

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