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Thursday, June 26, 2025

Once Upon a Farm - Hiring Corporate General Counsel (Remote)!

In 2015, Cassandra Curtis founded Once Upon a Farm along with co-founder Ari Raz to create more nutritious, convenient, and delicious baby food options for her daughter that weren’t available in her local supermarket. After creating her own recipes and selling the first cold-pressed baby food at retail – she joined forces with industry legend and former Annie’s CEO John Foraker and actress, philanthropist, and mom of 3, Jennifer Garner, to create the next generation childhood nutrition company. They are now sold in more than 13,000 stores nationwide with a growing product portfolio of organic, farm-fresh snacks and meals for babies and big kids!

Once Upon a Farm is searching for a Corporate General Counsel. The Corporate General Counsel reports directly to the President & CFO while leading the legal function of the company through its next phase of rapid growth and IPO readiness. As a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, this role oversees all legal, regulatory, and governance matters, with a focus on food law compliance (FDA, USDA Organic, FTC, Prop 65), corporate governance, M&A, SEC readiness, and risk management. The ideal candidate brings 10+ years of experience in the CPG or food industry, with a proven track record in IPOs, public company transitions, and PE-backed exits. This executive will serve as a strategic advisor to the President & CFO, the CEO,and the Board, build and lead a lean legal team, and ensure legal strategies align with the company’s mission to deliver organic, nutritious food to children and families. This is a unique opportunity to shape the legal foundation of a fast-growing, values-led brand at a pivotal point in its journey.

Monday, June 9, 2025

Minnesota Department of Agriculture - Hiring Deputy General Counsel in St. Paul, MN!

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture is currently searching for Deputy General Counsel. The attorney in this position is designated as the Department’s lead attorney in one or more specialized areas of legal practice, as well as designated to be the lead attorney for advising Department leadership and supervisors in two or more business units. In this role, the attorney is responsible for providing the Department with legal expertise to ensure the Department’s compliance with state and federal laws, providing legal advice on agencywide and division-specific issues, assisting the General Counsel with coordinating the Department’s litigation and provision of a wide array of legal services, rulemaking and legislative submissions, and collaborating in the development and implementation of Department legal policies and best practices. The individual in this position will conduct legal and policy research, perform analysis on diverse and complex matters, provide risk analysis and legal advice, and produce written products for a variety of audiences and purposes. 

This role is also open to a hybrid telework arrangement! Click here to learn more and apply!

Delaware Department of Agriculture - Now Hiring Deputy Attorney General in Dover, Delaware!

The Delaware Department of Agriculture is currently searching for a Deputy Attorney General (DAG). The DAG will advise the Department of Agriculture on a variety of legal issues including procurement, contract drafting and negotiation, contract compliance monitoring, labor and employment law, federal law including EPA regulatory provisions, legislative drafting and review. This DAG's duties will include defensive and affirmative litigation on behalf of the agency as well as regulatory and administrative hearing practice. The DAG will have other duties as assigned, including handling additional assignments as directed by the State Solicitor, Deputy State Solicitor, Unit Head, or Assistant Unit Head.

Agriculture Law & Taxation Counsel - The Center for Agricultural Law & Taxation in Ames, Iowa!

The Center for Agricultural Law & Taxation (CALT) at Iowa State University is seeking a skilled attorney to join their team in supporting the agricultural community through education and outreach in the areas of agricultural law, taxation, business entities, and estate and transition planning. This role involves creating and delivering practical, research-based legal resources and programming for agricultural producers and their advisors.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in legal research and writing abilities, with a keen eye for detail and accuracy. This individual will also possess excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex legal concepts into clear, practical guidance for agricultural producers and the professionals who support them. A passion for continuous learning and a desire to make a meaningful impact in the agricultural sector are essential.

VP of Regulatory Compliance & General Counsel, OK Foods

OK Foods in Fort Smith, Arkansas is seeking to fill the position of Vice President of Regulatory Compliance & General Counsel. This position is "responsible for leading Bachoco USA’s legal, regulatory, and risk management strategies in alignment with the company's strategic goals. This executive ensures compliance with federal, state, and local laws, particularly in areas affecting the poultry industry, including environmental regulations, safety, grower contracts, and labor relations.

This role supervises the Risk Management Manager, Workers’ Compensation, Safety, Environmental and Wastewater, and Paralegal teams. The VP acts as the senior legal advisor, oversees risk mitigation practices, and develops legal strategies that safeguard company assets, minimize liabilities, and enhance operational integrity."

Apply directly on their LinkedIn Job posting