General Counsel
General Counsel
Western Veterinary Partners
Denver, CO
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Tyree & D'Angelo Partners (TDP), a Chicago-based private equity investment firm that makes control ownership investments in, and partners with, lower middle market businesses with the goal of creating meaningful value for all involved. TDP is currently investing out of its third fund and has managed and created over $3 billion of capital and company enterprise value. TDP has significant experience investing in healthcare, consumer, and business services businesses and has completed over 600 investment partnerships. Please visit www.TDPfund.com for more information.
Western Veterinary Partners (WVP) is a private equity backed company that acquires, invests in, and supports veterinary practices and animal hospitals throughout the continental United States. Recently named the 208th fastest-growing private company by Inc. 5000, WVP is a highly acquisitive company focused on continued growth and expansion into new markets and states. Post-acquisition, WVP supports its partner practices with the non-clinical side of the business by providing industry proven non-clinical business support services.
Job Responsibilities
Acquisitions and Transactions (70-80% of focus):
- Lead the legal aspects of mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships.
- Conduct due diligence reviews and risk assessments for potential transactions.
- Negotiate and draft complex agreements, including purchase agreements, partnership agreements, and employment contracts.
- Oversee the review, drafting, and negotiation of a wide range of contracts, including vendor agreements, lease agreements, and service contracts.
- Ensure contracts protect the organization's interests and comply with legal requirements.
- Provide expert legal advice and guidance to executive management and board of directors on strategic decisions and initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations governing veterinary services, healthcare, acquisitions, and corporate operations.
- Develop and implement effective corporate governance policies and procedures.
- Manage litigation and disputes involving the organization, including overseeing outside counsel when necessary.
- Develop strategies for minimizing legal risks and resolving disputes effectively.
- Monitor regulatory developments affecting the veterinary industry and advise on compliance requirements.
- Work closely with regulatory bodies and industry associations to advocate for the organization's interests.
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school and active membership in good standing with the state bar.
- Minimum of 10 years of legal experience, with significant experience in corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, and healthcare or veterinary services.
- Proven track record in managing complex legal transactions and providing strategic legal advice to senior executives.
- Strong leadership and management skills with experience in leading and developing legal teams.
- Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities and deal processes effectively.
- Location: Denver, Colorado
- Competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience.
WVP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
- This role is not open to receiving agency candidates and any contingent submissions will not be honored.
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