Associate Legal Counsel

Rush Street Interactive (NYSE: RSI) is a market leader in online casino and sports betting, currently operating real-money gaming with our brands: BetRivers.com, PlaySugarHouse.com, and RushBet.co. We’re building bridges between online, social and land-based gaming businesses to create amazing, integrated experiences that keep players in the game.

We are seeking an Associate Legal Counsel to support and manage a variety of litigation and regulatory matters. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of litigation experience (in house, law firm, or public sector) with a focus on one or more of the following areas—unfair competition, deceptive trade practices, false advertising, privacy and/or intellectual property law. Experience handling consumer disputes involving terms of service and/or promotional rules is a plus.

We are a small but collaborative Legal Department, and we’re looking for a team player with a strong interest in these areas and a willingness to learn and grow with the company.

This is a remote role with preference to the Chicago, Illinois area, but not mandatory.

What You'll Do:

• Assist in managing litigation and regulatory matters related to unfair competition, marketing, consumer protection and intellectual property laws.
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, discovery responses, motions, subpoenas, and legal memoranda.
• Provide legal review of contracts, compliance documents, and other legal agreements with a focus on marketing, consumer protection, and intellectual property laws.
• Advise clients on competition-related issues including advertising, and unfair trade practices, and consumer disputes.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to support business objectives while offering clear, practical legal guidance. Monitor and interpret legal developments in competition and consumer protection laws and communicate key updates to legal team and clients/stakeholders.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal clients and stakeholders through effective communication and a solution-oriented approach.

What You'll Bring:

• 2+ years of experience in litigation, with a focus on one or more of the following areas—unfair competition, deceptive trade practices, false advertising, privacy and/or intellectual property law.
• A law degree from an accredited institution
• Must be licensed to practice in one or more US jurisdiction.
• Exceptional writing, research, and analytical skills. 
• Experience in litigation, including motion drafting and discovery responses.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with our legal team on larger matters.
• Demonstrated interest and understanding of competition, consumer protection, advertising, and/or intellectual property laws and regulations.
• Prior experience with legal technology tools and case management software is a plus.
• A proactive, detail-oriented approach with excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate complex legal concepts to clients clearly.
• Effective time management, prioritization and organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proven ability to handle multiple priorities in a timely and professional manner, along with a commitment to provide clients with high-quality services.
• Must have capability to exercise independent judgment and discretion.
• Proficiency in Spanish is a plus but is not required. #LI-REMOTE

• Discretionary annual company bonus (Eligibility Varies by Role) 
• 401(k) plan with 100% company match on the first 4%
• Comprehensive medical coverage (HSA & FSA plans), dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Time Off (Eligibility Varies by Role)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Comprehensive compensation
• Work-life balance initiatives
• Autonomy – we embrace personal freedom and responsibility
• Creativity – we are open to new ideas of how we can be better
• Growth – we want you to develop personally as well as professionally
• Top-notch professionals who are passionate about what they do
• People-oriented environment and supportive atmosphere

As a rapidly growing company in an emerging industry, you’ll have a huge impact on our product and our company. We like proactive team members and strive to have a company of self-disciplined professionals who enjoy collaboration, having fun, and of course, achieving together what others believe to be improbable. We are dedicated to treating everyone with respect and to support your professional and personal growth.

Rush Street Interactive is an equal opportunity employer and committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, sexual identity and expression, marital status, family status, lifestyle, age, culture, religion, military and veteran status, citizenship, or disability.

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