Associate Counsel (Pittsburgh)

Company Description

Rivers Casino Pittsburgh is part of the award-winning Rush Street Gaming properties, offering a wide range of dining options such as Martorano's Prime, Mian, and Wheelhouse Bar & Grill, as well as live entertainment at its amphitheater and venues like Drum Bar and The Event Center. With a 10,000 square-foot ballroom providing stunning city views, events at Rivers Casino are truly memorable, and The Landing Hotel is an excellent choice for getaways or special occasions. The casino is deeply committed to community outreach, with its Rivers Gives team partnering regularly with local organizations. Employees at Rivers Casino benefit from competitive pay, a variety of exceptional perks including health plans, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, retirement plans, and much more in a fast-paced, exciting work environment.

As a key legal advisor, you will provide comprehensive support to the General Manager and senior leadership, serving as a bridge between legal compliance and operational efficiency. This role is deeply integrated into the daily business, requiring you to handle everything from commercial contract negotiations to employment law counseling and litigation management.

Role Description

• Provide legal support to the General Manager and other senior leaders.
• Complimentary privileges within prescribed limits in accordance with the approved Comp Matrix
• Assist in the implementation of compliance programs and monitor daily adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Serve as primary legal contact for the property human resources department and provide information and advice relating to complex employment law and practices.
• Perform legal research, draft position statements, and gather evidence for active litigation.
• Negotiate and/or review commercial contracts, leases, and agreements with management concerning effectiveness and potential or actual problems.
• Review and suggest updates to company policies, procedures and handbook as a means of reducing risk to the company.
• Assist in the coordination of filings and other communications with certain state and federal regulatory agencies.
• Manage outside counsel as needed.
• Collaborate with Operations and Human Resources on insurance claims and coordinator with outside counsel on risk matters.
• Represent the company in legal matters.
• Coordinate and prepare witnesses for arbitrations and agency investigations where appropriate.
• Compose and prepare confidential correspondence, reports and other complex documents.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):

• Law Degree from ABA approved law school/Member of Pennsylvania Bar.
• 4-6 years’ experience in the area of general transactional practice, with an emphasis on drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements including, but not limited to, commercial lease agreements, agreements with general service providers and agreements with OEMs.
• Exposure and general understanding of the following areas: Intellectual Property, Litigation and Litigation Management; Regulatory; Real Estate; Labor and Employment.
• Excellent drafting and negotiating skills; ability to lead a team as well as roll up your sleeves and work independently.
• Strong attention to detail and technical proficiency with ability to work quickly on and prioritize a wide variety of projects.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with team members at all levels of the company.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with quick deadlines, multiple demands and the constantly shifting needs of very busy operating subsidiaries.
• Handles detailed, complex concepts and problems, balances multiple tasks simultaneously, and makes rapid decisions regarding health and welfare issues.
• Plans and meets deadlines. Maintains a flexible work schedule to meet the demands of executive management. Hours can be long and irregular, must possess the ability to work flexible shifts and days of the week including holidays.
• Conveys a professional and positive image and attitude regarding Rush Street Gaming
• Demonstrates commitment to continued professional growth and development.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Frequently required to see, talk and hear; fine motor skills; keyboarding, use of hand controls; use hands to finger, handle or feel.
• Ability to obtain and maintain all necessary licensing.