Morningstar, Inc.
The Group:
This Corporate Legal Counsel is an attorney role providing legal advice and counsel to Morningstar. In this regard, the role will work with the rest of the Corporate Legal team in connection with its various coverage areas, including strategic transactions and corporate governance. This role will also lead the charge helping the overall Legal team work more efficiently by using AI tools to assist with research, document preparation, workflow improvement, and daily operations. This is an entry-level attorney role ideal for someone who wants to pursue a career as an in-house corporate attorney and is tech-savvy, detail-oriented, and interested in how AI can improve legal processes.
This role is based in our Chicago office, where we are in‑office 4 days/week.
Key Responsibilities:
Providing legal advice and counsel to Morningstar, in conjunction with the more senior members of the Corporate Legal team, on matters in their coverage areas, including strategic transactions and projects, corporate governance, securities compliance, entity management and maintaining governance policies and procedures.
Working side‑by‑side, and collaborating, with the other attorneys in the Corporate Legal team (who are all based in the Chicago office) and engaging with a broad range of corporate stakeholders also based in the Chicago office.
Driving enhanced Legal team performance using AI by identifying opportunities where AI can save time and improve accuracy, supporting team members in learning and using AI tools effectively, creating simple solutions to enhance team performance and productivity, sharing updates on useful new AI tools relevant to the entire Legal team.
Collaborating closely with other teams in the Chicago office piloting or testing AI tools to share best practices, learnings and cost‑effective solutions.
Providing support with the maintaining and organization of records and databases (including helping with AI‑enhanced retrievability), as well as using tools to monitor and track deadlines and transaction timelines.
Performing other duties as assigned to support the efficient operation of the Legal team.
Qualifications:
JD degree from an ABA‑accredited university.
Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) from an accredited university.
Member in good standing of a state bar, or working towards qualification.
Interest in broad areas of corporate and transactional legal matters, including disclosure and reporting, corporate governance, investments, and international expansion.
Prior work experience in a corporate setting preferred.
Strong interest in legal operations and emerging AI technologies.
Excellent writing, editing and organizational skills.
Ability to learn new tools quickly and explain them to others.
Detail oriented with good judgement about confidentiality and responsible use of AI.
Excellent work ethic and high degree of professionalism.
Compensation and Benefits: At Morningstar we believe people are at their best when they are at their healthiest. That's why we champion your wellness through a wide‑range of programs that support all stages of your personal and professional life. Here are some examples of the offerings we provide:
Financial Health
75% 401k match up to 7%
Stock Ownership Potential
Company provided life insurance - 1x salary + commission
Physical Health
Comprehensive health benefits (medical/dental/vision) including potential premium discounts and company‑provided HSA contributions (up to $500‑$2,000 annually) for specific plans and coverages
Additional medical Wellness Incentives - up to $300‑$600 annual
Company‑provided long‑ and short‑term disability insurance
Emotional Health
Trust‑Based Time Off
6‑week Paid Sabbatical Program
6‑Week Paid Family Caregiving Leave
Competitive 8‑24 Week Paid Parental Bonding Leave
Adoption Assistance
Leadership Coaching & Formal Mentorship Opportunities
Annual Education Stipend
Tuition Reimbursement
Social Health
Charitable Matching Gifts program
Dollars for Doers volunteer program
Paid volunteering days
15+ Employee Resource & Affinity Groups
Total Cash Compensation Range: $147,550.00 - 265,575.00 USD Annual
Inclusive of annual base salary and target incentive
Morningstar's hybrid work environment gives you the opportunity to collaborate in‑person each week as we've found that we're at our best when we're purposely together on a regular basis. In most of our locations, our hybrid work model is four days in‑office each week. A range of other benefits are also available to enhance flexibility as needs change. No matter where you are, you'll have tools and resources to engage meaningfully with your global colleagues.
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This role is based in our Chicago office, where we are in‑office 4 days/week.
Key Responsibilities:
Providing legal advice and counsel to Morningstar, in conjunction with the more senior members of the Corporate Legal team, on matters in their coverage areas, including strategic transactions and projects, corporate governance, securities compliance, entity management and maintaining governance policies and procedures.
Working side‑by‑side, and collaborating, with the other attorneys in the Corporate Legal team (who are all based in the Chicago office) and engaging with a broad range of corporate stakeholders also based in the Chicago office.
Driving enhanced Legal team performance using AI by identifying opportunities where AI can save time and improve accuracy, supporting team members in learning and using AI tools effectively, creating simple solutions to enhance team performance and productivity, sharing updates on useful new AI tools relevant to the entire Legal team.
Collaborating closely with other teams in the Chicago office piloting or testing AI tools to share best practices, learnings and cost‑effective solutions.
Providing support with the maintaining and organization of records and databases (including helping with AI‑enhanced retrievability), as well as using tools to monitor and track deadlines and transaction timelines.
Performing other duties as assigned to support the efficient operation of the Legal team.
Qualifications:
JD degree from an ABA‑accredited university.
Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) from an accredited university.
Member in good standing of a state bar, or working towards qualification.
Interest in broad areas of corporate and transactional legal matters, including disclosure and reporting, corporate governance, investments, and international expansion.
Prior work experience in a corporate setting preferred.
Strong interest in legal operations and emerging AI technologies.
Excellent writing, editing and organizational skills.
Ability to learn new tools quickly and explain them to others.
Detail oriented with good judgement about confidentiality and responsible use of AI.
Excellent work ethic and high degree of professionalism.
Compensation and Benefits: At Morningstar we believe people are at their best when they are at their healthiest. That's why we champion your wellness through a wide‑range of programs that support all stages of your personal and professional life. Here are some examples of the offerings we provide:
Financial Health
75% 401k match up to 7%
Stock Ownership Potential
Company provided life insurance - 1x salary + commission
Physical Health
Comprehensive health benefits (medical/dental/vision) including potential premium discounts and company‑provided HSA contributions (up to $500‑$2,000 annually) for specific plans and coverages
Additional medical Wellness Incentives - up to $300‑$600 annual
Company‑provided long‑ and short‑term disability insurance
Emotional Health
Trust‑Based Time Off
6‑week Paid Sabbatical Program
6‑Week Paid Family Caregiving Leave
Competitive 8‑24 Week Paid Parental Bonding Leave
Adoption Assistance
Leadership Coaching & Formal Mentorship Opportunities
Annual Education Stipend
Tuition Reimbursement
Social Health
Charitable Matching Gifts program
Dollars for Doers volunteer program
Paid volunteering days
15+ Employee Resource & Affinity Groups
Total Cash Compensation Range: $147,550.00 - 265,575.00 USD Annual
Inclusive of annual base salary and target incentive
Morningstar's hybrid work environment gives you the opportunity to collaborate in‑person each week as we've found that we're at our best when we're purposely together on a regular basis. In most of our locations, our hybrid work model is four days in‑office each week. A range of other benefits are also available to enhance flexibility as needs change. No matter where you are, you'll have tools and resources to engage meaningfully with your global colleagues.
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