Legal Counsel

Farther is a rapidly growing RIA that combines expert advisors with cutting-edge technology - delivering a comprehensive, tailored wealth management experience.

Farther’s founders are leaders and innovators from the private wealth industry who possess a unique blend of traditional wealth management, fintech, and technology production expertise. We’re backed by top-tier venture capital firms, fintech investors, and industry leaders.

Joining Farther means joining a collaborative team of entrepreneurs who are passionate about helping their clients and our teammates achieve more. If you’re the type who breaks through walls to get things done the right way, we want to build the future of wealth management with you.

Role

As our second legal hire reporting directly to the Senior Legal Counsel, you'll provide critical support in two high-volume areas : vendor and technology transactions, and employment law & recruiting support. As Farther scales toward Series D—onboarding $9 billion in new wealth advisors in H1 2026—your work will directly impact how we structure legal operations.

Impact

Draft, review, and negotiate vendor contracts, SaaS agreements, and technology transactions across all departments

Advise Product and Marketing teams on contractual risk mitigation and vendor relationship management

Develop and implement contract templates and vendor management protocols to streamline legal processes

Support negotiations on AI-driven technology agreements and emerging fintech legal issues

Draft, review, and negotiate employment agreements, offer letters, restrictive covenants, and separation agreements

Advise Human Resources and Recruiting teams on employment law compliance, hiring practices, and performance management

Support internal workplace investigations and employee relations issues across the organization

Develop and maintain employee handbook policies aligned with state and federal requirements

As Farther onboards $9 billion in wealth advisors in H1 2026, provide ongoing employment law guidance and process documentation

Advise on litigation matters involving investment adviser representatives and restrictive covenant disputes nationwide

Support litigation management and coordination with outside counsel relationships

Provide legal analysis on restrictive covenant enforceability across different states

Support paralegal management and legal department workflow optimization

Advise on document management needs and support implementation of new systems

Support Form ADV filings, regulatory disclosures, and SEC / FINRA compliance requirements

Assist with corporate governance matters and corporate records maintenance

Conduct ongoing legal research on securities laws, data privacy regulations, and emerging fintech issues

Ideal Match

JD from a top law school with 2-3+ years of relevant legal experience (or equivalent at high-growth tech / fintech)

Exceptional problem-solving skills and ability to work independently with direction

Experience drafting and negotiating commercial and employment agreements

Demonstrated ability to balance legal risk with business objectives

Bonus Points

Experience at a top-tier law firm (Kirkland & Ellis, Latham & Watkins caliber)

Background in wealth management, fintech, or venture-backed companies

Knowledge of RIA regulations, SEC compliance, or employment law

Familiarity with restrictive covenant litigation or M&A transactions

Demonstrated ability to leverage AI tools for legal research and contract analysis

Why Join Us

Competitive comp package that rewards impact

Work alongside some of the brightest minds in fintech

Ground-floor opportunity at a fast-scaling startup

Chart your own growth path as we expand

Full health benefits + 401(k) matching & Roth IRA options

Unlimited PTO

Ready to Disrupt Wealth Management?

Let’s talk!

As set forth in Farther’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

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