Corporate Counsel

Who We Are:

LeadsOnline provides crime-solving technology to law enforcement agencies across the globe. The company's suite of investigative solutions includes data, analysis and ballistic identification tools that help solve a range of cases-from missing property and people to gun crimes and other violent offenses. Founded in 2000, LeadsOnline now serves approximately 5,500 U.S. law enforcement agencies and public safety organizations in more than 80 countries. From the crime scene to the courtroom, our innovations are designed to enhance investigative capabilities, improve case outcomes, and streamline operations to ensure justice can be delivered. LeadsOnline is headquartered in Plano, Texas, and Montreal, Quebec, Canada.

Join Our Growing Team as an In-House Counsel!

Are you a sharp, ambitious, and proactive legal professional looking to make your mark in a fast-growing tech company? Do you have a passion for commercial contracts and a desire to grow your skills in areas like compliance, governance, and data privacy? If so, we want to hear from you!

At LeadsOnline, we live by our values-Service, Ownership, Energy, and People. We're seeking a Corporate Counsel with 2-5 years of post-JD/licensure experience, ideally in a law firm or in-house environment, to join our team in Plano, Texas This role will be our third attorney and play a key role in supporting our business operations by managing our contract lifecycle. The ideal candidate will have experience in traditional software licensing and equipment sales, with more recent exposure to SaaS (Software as a Service) and/or HaaS (Hardware as a Service) contracting. Any related work in B2B (Business to Business) or B2G (Business to Government) commercial contracting is preferred. . If your passion is to learn and grow in the ever-evolving high tech industry of hardware, software and service-maintenance sales, while still making social impact and have some fun along the way, we encourage you to apply regardless of your prior experience.

What You'll Do (Your Key Responsibilities)

Contract Management (Primary Focus):

• Review, draft, negotiate, and manage a wide variety of commercial contracts, with a focus on and HaaS agreement.
• Own the contract workflow process, collaborating closely with our Contracts Manager and Contracts Administrator to ensure efficiency and consistency.
• Work cross-functionally with Sales, Finance, Operations, and other departments to facilitate deal flow and align contract terms with business goals.
• Identify legal risks and propose practical solutions while maintaining compliance with legal and regulatory standards.

Collaborative Legal Support:

• Provide timely and practical legal guidance on day-to-day operational matters.
• Support internal clients by communicating legal concepts clearly and constructively.

Opportunities for Growth:

As our company continues to expand, this role will offer opportunities to gain experience and contribute in additional areas, including:

• Compliance and internal policy development
• Corporate governance and entity management
• Regulatory oversight and legislative tracking risk management
• Litigation matters, including working with outside counsel
• Data privacy and cybersecurity
• Emerging technologies in Artificial Intelligence, public-sector cloud infrastructure and hyper-networking.

What We're Looking For (Your Qualifications)

Experience & Education:

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited U.S. law school and a license to practice law in the U.S.

2-5 years of legal experience with strong preference for candidates with law firm or in-house experience in commercial contracting.

Familiarity with SaaS and/or HaaS agreements is a plus.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of contract law and a keen eye for detail.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative mindset and a proactive, solutions-oriented approach

Travel Requirements:
The role is based in our Plano, Texas office and is a hybrid position (details discussed during interviews). Role may involve occasional travel to other company offices for in-person collaboration.

Why You'll Love It Here:

Be Part of Something Big: Contribute to a rapidly growing mission-driven company that supports law enforcement agencies worldwide.

Supportive Team Culture: Collaborate with high-energy professionals in a values-driven environment.

Professional Development: As we grow, so do you. This role has room for development, leadership, and new challenges, driven by energy and enthusiasm.

Make a Difference: We are a company with a great mission. We help law enforcement investigators advance more cases faster. Your work will matter. You'll play a critical role in ensuring we operate smoothly and ethically as we scale, consistent with our vision of providing the best products and services to the law enforcement community, embodying our value of service.

Ready to take your legal career to the next level? Let's talk!

What You Can Expect From Us:

At LeadsOnline, we serve with energy, diligence, and persistence. We believe the work we do makes a difference in the lives of our users, the communities they protect, and the victims they serve. We value Service, Ownership, Energy, and People, and we foster a culture that empowers our team to make an impact.

Our Values:

• Service: We believe in providing a humble, joyful, excellent, and selfless service.
• Ownership: We take full responsibility for our actions, always seeking better ways and acting decisively to ensure success for our team and clients.
• Energy: We believe in contagious optimism, a strong sense of purpose, and life and light.
• People: We prioritize people over things, fostering a supportive, collaborative environment where individual talents and teamwork are celebrated.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid maternity leave.
• Paid paternity leave.
• Disability insurance
• Robust PTO package

LeadsOnline is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, religion, color, disability, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), age, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.