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Steptoe LLP

Steptoe is a world-class law firm with an award-winning international reputation for its vigorous representation of clients before governmental agencies; successful advocacy in litigation and arbitration; and creative and practical advice in structuring business transactions. We pride ourselves on having a high-performance and client-centric culture of excellence and collaboration across our legal and professional support teams.

Steptoe is highly inclusive – the majority of senior level leaders of our professional services teams are members of traditionally under-represented groups. Our teams bring a creative, energized, and collaborative approach to driving change and building excellence in our professional services functions.

We strongly encourage all qualified individuals to apply, including women, minorities, Veterans, individuals with disabilities, members of the LGBTQ+ community, those from disadvantaged socio-economic backgrounds, and all political and religious views.

As well as the traditional range of 401k, health insurance, and paid PTO benefits, we offer a progressive employee assistance program; an award-winning Wellness program; on-site fitness facilities and training discounts; 24-hour travel agency support and emergency services; healthcare planning and advocacy; and free access to virtual medical advice 24/7/365.

Steptoe's administrative departments provide business support to our lawyers and our clients. Opportunities at Steptoe include:

  • Attorney Services & Legal Recruiting
  • Business Services
  • Finance & Accounting
  • Information Technology (IT)
  • Marketing & Business Development
  • New Business Intake
  • Office of General Counsel
  • People Operations
  • Practice & Administrative Support
  • Pricing & Legal Project Management
  • Research & Information Services

For employment in our offices in California, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

Sep 30, 2026
Full time
Assistant General Counsel
$200,000 - $240,000 yearly
Steptoe LLP Hybrid
The Assistant General Counsel serves as a legal advisor to the Firm and supports the General Counsel in identifying, evaluating, and managing legal, ethical, regulatory, and Firm risk. The role provides practical, business-focused counsel to Firm leadership, lawyers, Partners, legal services and business services teams; handles sensitive and privileged matters; and develops proactive strategies, policies, and training that protect the Firm while supporting its client service and operational objectives.   Essential Functions   · Advise the General Counsel, Firm leadership, partners, and business services leaders on legal, professional responsibility, ethics, regulatory, compliance, and risk management matters affecting the Firm. · Provide counsel on conflicts of interest, confidentiality, privilege, attorney mobility, client and matter acceptance, ethical walls, waivers, and other professional responsibility issues, in coordination with the Firm's...