The Senior Legal Counsel - Legal Innovation & AI Counsel at Newegg is a pivotal role within the company's Legal Department, focusing on integrating artificial intelligence solutions to enhance legal workflows. This position bridges traditional legal practices with cutting-edge technology, aiming to improve efficiency, accuracy, and speed in areas such as contract lifecycle management, litigation support, and regulatory compliance.

Key responsibilities include designing, refining, and deploying AI agents and AI-powered solutions to support legal tasks, including prompt engineering and the development of automated legal workflows. The role serves as the primary liaison between the Legal Department and Technology/IT teams to ensure AI tools effectively meet the needs of attorneys and business units. Additionally, the counsel will stay abreast of advancements in generative AI and LegalTech, proactively identifying and piloting new tools, and developing training sessions on the practical uses of AI in corporate legal practice.

Candidates must possess a Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA-accredited law school and active admission to a U.S. State Bar, with California preferred. A minimum of 3–5 years of experience as a practicing attorney in a law firm or in a high-level Legal Operations role is required. Demonstrated experience in AI project work and AI agent management, along with proficiency in enterprise applications and familiarity with LegalTech product categories, are essential. Exceptional communication skills and a proactive mindset are also critical for success in this role.

The position offers a competitive salary range of $170,000 to $210,000 annually, along with benefits such as health insurance, 401(k) matching, vision insurance, and dental insurance. The role is based in Diamond Bar, California, providing an opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative environment at the intersection of law and technology.