Assistant Counsel - Litigation

Overview TKC Holdings, Inc. - comprised of Trinity Services Group, Keefe Group, and Courtesy Products - is a mid‑market respected leader in the corrections and hospitality industries for more than 40 years. With thousands of team members across the country, we continue a tradition of innovation, integrity, and success. TKC is committed to delivering excellent products and services, exceeding customer expectations, and empowering the career development of every team member. We are proud to be a military and veteran‑friendly employer. About This Position TKC Holdings, Inc. has an immediate opening for an Assistant Counsel. Reporting to the Director, Senior Counsel, this is an excellent opportunity for a junior attorney looking to grow their litigation skills and develop as a generalist in a dynamic in‑house legal environment. The successful candidate will have at least three years’ litigation experience and a strong desire to provide legal advice and counsel to various corporate constituencies across TKC. TKC’s companies include Keefe Group, LLC, Trinity Services Group, Inc. and Courtesy Products, LLC, which operate various businesses within the correctional supply and hotel supply markets. This position will support the competent and timely provision of legal services, including work on TKC’s Section 1983 inmate litigation case load. The Assistant Counsel will also have the opportunity to grow across a broad range of projects covering employment law, commercial contracting and regulatory compliance, with mentorship from experienced senior attorneys. The TKC Legal Affairs Department is a team that works closely with the TKC lines of business and currently includes 7 attorneys, a paralegal, and a legal assistant. TKC Holdings Inc. is a privately held holding company which owns Keefe Group, LLC and affiliate companies Trinity Services Group, Inc. and Courtesy Products, LLC. Trinity, Keefe and Courtesy have over 5,000 employees nationwide and revenues are expected to be near $2 billion for the calendar year 2026. Responsibilities Assisting with Trinity, Keefe, and Courtesy’s litigation portfolio, which includes inmate litigation (Section 1983 actions), general commercial litigation, employment litigation, and product liability litigation, including drafting pleadings, conducting discovery, motion practice, and coordination with outside counsel where appropriate. Assisting internal clients in addressing legal issues pertaining to various litigation, contract, and regulatory matters consistent with the organization’s strategy and in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Leveraging AI tools and solutions to realize efficiency and cost‑containment in litigation and legal matters. Responding to pre‑suit or not‑in‑suit matters including subpoenas, consumer complaints, and governmental inquiries. Providing operators with timely and accurate interpretations of various cases, laws and regulations affecting Trinity, Keefe and Courtesy’s businesses. This is an individual contributor position with no supervisory responsibilities. What You’ll Need Three or more years of legal practice in a law firm or government setting focused on litigation and a desire to grow as a generalist in‑house attorney. A juris doctorate from an accredited law school. Outstanding interpersonal and oral/written legal and business communication skills. Attention to detail and process orientation. Effective team player. High level of professional integrity and ethical standards. Must be a member of a state bar in good standing. Benefits Medical with prescription coverage Benefit Credit received when enrolled in a TKC medical plan, to help offset your benefit costs. Benefit Credit of $750 annually, will be divided evenly among your paychecks throughout the Plan Year. Dental Vision Basic Life and Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance Short Term Disability Long Term Disability Voluntary benefits that can be selected to create the right package for you Paid time off Company match for the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan DailyPay providing immediate access to earned wages EEO Statement Equal Employment Employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. We maintain a drug‑free workplace. A copy of our Privacy Policy and CA Employee Privacy Notice can be found here: #J-18808-Ljbffr TKC Holdings, Inc.