General Counsel – Litigation
Los Angeles, CA
Corporate – Legal /
Full-Time /
On-site
Who We Are:
Tripalink is a leading co-living and apartment rental platform that aims to redefine urban living. With a strong presence in major cities across the United States, we offer modern apartments designed to create a sense of community among residents.
As a fast-growing startup, we are committed to building a community that supports personal growth, celebrates diversity, and encourages excellence. Our team is dedicated to providing exceptional living experiences through cutting-edge technology and unparalleled customer service. If you're passionate about making a difference and eager to be part of a team that values creativity and teamwork, we invite you to explore our career opportunities and join us on our journey. See below for a summary for this position. Please note, job responsibilities may change from time to time based on business need.
Responsibilities:
- Legal Strategy & Leadership:
- Establish the legal department’s infrastructure, policies, and best practices from the ground up
- Develop and own a scalable legal risk framework aligned with the company’s strategic goals
- Corporate Governance & Compliance:
- Oversee all aspects of corporate governance, including board resolutions, entity formation, and filings
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws across 19+ states and expanding
- Partner with Human Resources for escalated investigations, mediation, and pre-litigation
- Real Estate & Contract Law:
- Review, draft, and negotiate a high volume of residential and commercial lease agreements
- Advise on landlord-tenant law and property management compliance (habitability, Fair Housing, security deposits, etc.)
- Support acquisitions and joint ventures, including due diligence, deal structuring, and integration
- Commercial Contracts:
- Oversee all vendor, supplier, and technology agreements
- Build standard contract templates and approval workflows to streamline operations
- Litigation & Risk Management:
- Manage outside counsel for litigation, demand letters, and settlements
- Proactively assess and mitigate legal exposure across functional areas (data privacy, real estate, employment, etc.)
- Ability to independently represent the company in court for minor civil matters or administrative proceedings within applicable jurisdictions
- Participate in negotiations with counterparties or their legal counsel to facilitate settlement or dispute resolution
- M&A and Strategic Transactions:
- Provide legal support for fundraising, equity issuance, and corporate financing activities
- Lead legal due diligence and document review during acquisitions or investor deals
Qualifications:
- JD from an accredited law school; licensed and in good standing with the California Bar Association
- 10+ years of legal experience, with at least 5 years in-house at a growth-stage company, ideally in real estate or tech
- Strong knowledge of multi-state employment law, lease/real estate law, and startup corporate structures
- Must demonstrate strong and assertive negotiation capabilities, coupled with advanced strategic negotiation skills
- Demonstrated success building legal operations and systems from scratch
- Exceptional negotiation, communication, and business partnership skills
- High integrity, adaptability, and the ability to balance legal risk with practical decision-making
Preferred Experience:
- Familiarity with property management or multifamily housing regulations
- Hands-on involvement in M&A integrations and related compliance challenges
$250,000 - $325,000 a year
Compensation:
Base salary of $250,000 annually, plus an annual performance-based bonus opportunity of up to $75,000. Bonus structure and performance metrics will be determined
What We Provide:
- Excellent Working Environment: Energetic, Ambitious, Passionate
- Great Team Experience
- Regular Team Building Activities
- Free Community Event Entrance
- Leadership Cultivation & Individual Development
- Networking & Resources from External Partners
- Opportunities of Rotation Among Departments & Locations
Diversity & Inclusion at Tripalink
Tripalink is committed to bringing together individuals from different backgrounds and perspectives. We strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, feel a sense of belonging, and do great work together.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer open to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, Veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
Note on Pay Transparency:
Tripalink provides an estimate of the compensation for roles that may be hired as required by state regulations. This role may also qualify for annual incentive and/or comprehensive benefits. Compensation may vary based on (a) location, as Tripalink factors in specific location when benchmarking compensation for most roles; (b) individual candidate skills and qualifications; and (c) individual candidate experience.
Additionally, Tripalink leverages current market data to determine compensation, so posted compensation figures are subject to change as new market data becomes available. The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Tripalink reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
