About FVG:

Foreign Venture Group (FVG) is a digital transformation company that helps companies scale quickly & cost effectively by leveraging technology and talent. Our expertise spans marketing, technology, and operational strategies that help businesses grow and scale efficiently. We are committed to fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented work environment for all employees.

Job Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Legal Associate with expertise in legal research, document review, and contract analysis to support our North American legal team. The ideal candidate has a Juris Doctor (JD) or Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.), is licensed to practice law in the Philippines, and has experience with North American legal systems.

As a Senior Legal Associate, you will play a critical role in ensuring compliance, accuracy, and efficiency in legal documentation, while providing strategic support to attorneys and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct legal research on North American laws, regulations, and case precedents.

• Review, proofread, and draft contracts, agreements, and legal documents to ensure clarity and compliance.

• Assist in contract negotiation and risk assessment, providing legal insights.

• Manage case files, due diligence, and compliance checks for various legal matters.

• Liaise with internal teams and external counsel on regulatory requirements and legal strategies.

• Support dispute resolution and litigation processes, including drafting legal memoranda and pleadings.

• Ensure adherence to confidentiality, ethical standards, and best practices in legal documentation.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) or Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) from a recognized institution.
• Licensed to practice law in the Philippines and in good standing with the Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP).
• 5+ years of legal experience, preferably with exposure to North American legal systems.
• Willing to work North American hours to support legal teams in the U.S. and Canada.
• Strong expertise in contract law, corporate law, regulatory compliance, and legal research.
• Exceptional drafting, proofreading, and negotiation skills.
• Experience using legal software, research tools, and case management systems.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills

Tools to know: 

• Legal Research: Westlaw, LexisNexis, CanLII
• Contract & Document Management: DocuSign, Clio, iManage
• Drafting & Proofing: Microsoft Word, Grammarly, Adobe Acrobat Pro
• Compliance & Regulatory Research: SEC EDGAR, FINRA, Canadian Justice Laws
• Time Tracking & Billing: Clio Manage, Bill4Time
• Communication & Collaboration: Microsoft Teams, Slack, Zoom

Good to Have:

• E-Discovery & Litigation Support: Relativity, Everlaw
• AI-Powered Legal Tools: Casetext, ROSS Intelligence
• Project Management: Monday.com, Jira, Airtable
• CRM for Legal Client Management: Salesforce, HubSpot

Why Join Us? 

• Work with an international legal team handling complex and high-impact cases.
• Gain valuable experience in North American legal practices.
• Opportunity to develop expertise in cross-border legal support and compliance.
• Remote role with competitive compensation based on experience.

Application Process:

To apply for this position, please submit your application directly through the following link:
👉 https://app.loxo.co/the-foreign-venture-group

Please note that we will only be reviewing applications submitted through this platform.

The Foreign Venture Group is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

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