Corporate Attorney

Job Title

The Corporate Counsel provides legal support to business units and corporate functions by reviewing contracts, advising on legal risks, and supporting compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Government contracts experience is required. This role works closely with internal stakeholders to facilitate business operations while protecting the company's legal and regulatory interests. This role reports to the Company’s General Counsel.

Who are we?

Founded in 1849, Ducommun is the oldest company in California. Starting as a hardware supply store during the California Gold Rush and eventually assisted in the birth of the aerospace industry in Southern California by providing aircraft aluminum to early aerospace pioneers like Lindbergh, Douglas and Lockheed.

Today Ducommun is a global provider of innovative manufacturing solutions for customers in the aerospace, defense and industrial markets. We specialize in electronic and structural systems, producing complex products and components for commercial aircraft platforms, mission-critical military and space programs, and sophisticated industrial applications.

Job Summary

• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements, including supplier contracts, non-disclosure agreements, and customer agreements.

• Provide legal guidance to internal departments regarding contractual obligations, regulatory compliance, and risk mitigation.

• Provide legal support on export and import trade compliance matters, including reviewing business activities for compliance with applicable trade regulations and advising internal stakeholders on related legal requirements.

• Draft, review, and advise on employment-related agreements, including offer letters, employment contracts, confidentiality agreements, and other workforce-related documentation.

• Assist in the management of litigation matters, including coordinating with outside counsel, supporting case strategy, and overseeing document collection and case administration.

• Assist with legal review of policies, procedures, and business practices.

• Assist with internal investigations and compliance initiatives as needed.

• Conduct legal research and provide recommendations on applicable laws and regulations.

• Support business transactions and cross-functional projects involving legal considerations.

• Maintain awareness of legal and regulatory developments affecting the company's operations.

• Perform legal research, document preparation, and other legal support activities as assigned to support the legal department and organizational objectives.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Strong corporate legal and business acumen with a pragmatic approach to balancing legal and commercial risks

• Unquestionable integrity, credibility and judgment

• High level of energy, drive and urgency with the intellectual curiosity to learn all aspects of the business

• A proactive, roll up the sleeves approach with a desire for continuous improvement in themselves and others

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; managing multiple projects to meet deadlines

• Strong contract drafting and analytical skills

• Effective communication with cross-functional stakeholders

• Sound legal judgment and problem-solving abilities

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Required Experience and Education

• Strong corporate legal and business acumen with a pragmatic approach to balancing legal and commercial risks

• Unquestionable integrity, credibility and judgment

• High level of energy, drive and urgency with the intellectual curiosity to learn all aspects of the business

• A proactive, roll up the sleeves approach with a desire for continuous improvement in themselves and others

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; managing multiple projects to meet deadlines

• Strong contract drafting and analytical skills

• Effective communication with cross-functional stakeholders

• Sound legal judgment and problem-solving abilities

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Work Environment

• In Office 5 Days a week (Costa Mesa, CA)

• Must be willing to travel domestically and to Mexico – Minimum travel required (10-20%), generally supporting other company facilities

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled

600 Anton Blvd, Suite 1100

Costa Mesa, California, 92626

United States