Legal Counsel

Company Overview

Revitate is an SEC-registered alternative investment management firm based in Newport Beach, California. We focus on high-potential strategies in sports, real estate, and consumer brands, bridging the gap between traditional finance and bold new opportunities. Through our RAJ Sports platform, we own and operate two professional women’s sports teams: the Portland Thorns (NWSL) and a new WNBA franchise launching in Portland. This unique blend of investment management and sports team ownership defines our culture and creates a dynamic, fast-paced work environment.

Role Overview

We are seeking a full-time Legal Counsel to be a key player in our growing team, working directly with the General Counsel, supporting both our investment management business and our sports franchise operations. In this unique role, you will tackle everything from structuring private fund documents to negotiating high-profile sponsorships and managing league compliance for our teams. If you thrive at the intersection of business and sports and want to see your legal work have a direct impact on the court, the field, and the investor boardroom, this opportunity is for you.

Responsibilities

• Contract Drafting & Negotiation: Draft, review, and negotiate a broad array of commercial agreements, including sponsorship agreements, licensing deals, consulting contracts, vendor agreements, real property leases, real property management agreements, suite license agreements, ticketing arrangements associated with sports events, and non-disclosure agreements (NDAs). Ensure all contracts protect the firm and teams’ interests and comply with applicable laws.
• NBA/WNBA & NWSL League Compliance: Assist the General Counsel with NBA/WNBA and NWSL inquiries. Interpret league constitutions, collective bargaining agreements, and operating manuals; coordinate timely responses; and monitor evolving league policies to ensure each team’s ongoing adherence.
• General Legal Support: Collaborate closely with the General Counsel on day-to-day legal matters and special projects as needed. Provide advice and support across various legal areas of the business, demonstrating flexibility and a problem-solving mindset in tackling new or unique challenges as they arise.
• Fund Documentation: Prepare private fund documents and investor agreements and communications. This involves working on offering materials (private placement memoranda), subscription agreements, investment management agreements, partnership/operating agreements, and side letters with investors. Ensure these documents accurately reflect terms and comply with securities regulations.
• Regulatory Filings & Compliance: Provide support for the firm’s regulatory and compliance needs as a Registered Investment Advisor (RIA). Maintain adherence to SEC and Investment Advisers Act regulations. Support general corporate governance tasks, including drafting board resolutions or meeting minutes and keeping corporate records up to date.
  
  

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school and active membership in a state bar in good standing, California preferred.
• At least 3 years of experience in relevant areas of law. This could include experience at a law firm or in-house legal department focused on corporate, transactional, private equity, sports or regulatory matters.
• Must be based in or willing to relocate to the Orange County, CA area. This role requires on-site presence at our Newport Beach office five days a week.
• Experience working in a small legal team or directly with senior executives is beneficial. Candidates who have served as in-house counsel or have managed a broad range of legal issues for a business will adapt quickly to this role.
  
  

Ideal Candidate Attributes

• Comfortable working closely with a General Counsel and senior management. Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) to effectively convey legal issues and solutions to non-legal stakeholders and to negotiate with external parties.
• Thrives in a lean, fast-paced environment. Able to take initiative and work independently with limited supervision, prioritizing a diverse workload. Willing to handle both high-level strategic work and hands-on administrative tasks as needed.
• Possesses sharp analytical skills and good business judgment. Capable of spotting potential legal risks or conflicts early and devising pragmatic solutions. Knows when to escalate issues to the General Counsel and can propose options for resolution.
• Maintains the highest ethical standards and confidentiality. As a representative of the legal function, the ideal candidate inspires confidence and trust with colleagues, investors, and partners through their professional demeanor and reliable legal counsel.
  
  

Southern California Base Salary Range: $140,000 - $170,000

We are an equal opportunity employer, which means we comply with all federal, state and local laws that prohibit discrimination when making all decisions about employment. As equal opportunity employers, our policies prohibit unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including gender and gender identity), pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, AIDS/HIV status, political activities or affiliations, military or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, assault or stalking or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.