Attorney/Lawyer

Robert Half is seeking an experienced Interim General Counsel for a confidential company located in the Galleria area of Houston. This is a 90-day contract opportunity supporting the legal function during a leave of absence. Based on general knowledge.

The ideal candidate will bring strong in-house counsel experience and be comfortable stepping into a lead legal role with minimal ramp-up time. Based on general knowledge.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide day-to-day legal guidance to executive leadership and internal stakeholders. Based on general knowledge.
• Review, draft and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements. Based on general knowledge.
• Advise on corporate governance, compliance, risk management and employment-related matters. Based on general knowledge.
• Manage outside counsel as needed and oversee ongoing legal matters. Based on general knowledge.
• Support business operations by identifying legal risks and recommending practical solutions. Based on general knowledge.
• Ensure continuity of the legal department during the leave period. Based on general knowledge.

• Active license to practice law in good standing.
• Demonstrated experience handling civil litigation matters.
• Strong background in drafting motions, briefs, and other litigation documents.
• Practical knowledge of discovery processes, including written discovery and case document management.
• Excellent legal research, analysis, and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a contract-based legal role.