# Lead Counsel at Dorsia

- Company: Dorsia
- What the company does: Backed by Index.
- Company website: http://dorsia.com/
- Type: Startups
- Level: Senior
- Location: New York City, New York
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-08-14
- Apply by: 2026-10-08
- Apply: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/dorsia/jobs/5212433007
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/dorsia-lead-counsel/

## About the role

Dorsia is seeking a Lead Counsel to own the legal function as our sole in-house lawyer. This is a corporate-focused role centered on commercial contracting and corporate governance: you will negotiate the commercial agreements that drive our venue and partner ecosystem, manage corporate governance, investor relations, and equity administration while leading legal strategy for financings and acquisitions. Your remit extends to providing expert product and regulatory counseling, privacy, and employment.

## What they're looking for

- Own corporate governance and board operations, including board consents and resolutions
- Administer the company’s equity program, including grant issuance, vesting administration, and related board approvals
- Support financings and fundraising activity, partnering with founders and outside counsel on diligence, documentation, and closing
- Advise on strategic transactions such as acquisitions and asset purchases, including deal structuring and IP transfer
- Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements including venue and hospitality partnerships, event and table sales agreements, private members club onboarding contracts, and influencer and talent agreements
- Draft and maintain platform terms and related consumer-facing policies

Tags: Legal