Assistant General Counsel - Litigation (Hybrid)
About The Position
Exelon is a Fortune 200 company powering a cleaner, brighter future and leading the energy transformation. We are seeking problem solvers, innovators, community builders, and change makers to deliver solutions that make our diverse cities and communities stronger, healthier, and more resilient. We are committed to creating an environment where every person can thrive, grounded in purposeful careers, growth opportunities, community impact, and support to thrive. We elevate diverse voices, fresh perspectives, and bold thinking. This position, Assistant General Counsel – Litigation, is for a highly experienced litigation attorney who will advise and represent the Company, primarily in Delaware. While this position largely focuses on matters related to Delmarva Power & Light, the Assistant General Counsel will work across Exelon’s legal department and Business Units to identify and mitigate the Company’s legal risks.
Requirements
- An LLB or JD from an accredited law school
- Licensed to practice law in Delaware
- At least 7 to 10 years of professional experience in a specialized area of law
- Possesses and applies a comprehensive knowledge of principles, practices and procedures of the legal field to the completion of complex assignments
- Excellent legal research, analytical abilities
- Ongoing knowledge of federal or state law
- Ability to communicate clearly – both orally and in writing
- Ability to read and analyze legal materials and other data
- Ability to work in stressful conditions under time deadlines
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of legal issues affecting electric and natural gas utilities
- Ability to learn, adopt, and leverage AI-enabled tools to support research, drafting, and analysis while applying sound professional judgment
Responsibilities
- Provides legal services and advice, primarily in Delaware, to Exelon Business Units on complex tort and commercial matters and internal investigations, including representing Exelon and Delmarva Power & Light in litigation in federal courts and Delaware’s Court of Chancery, Superior Court, Court of Common Pleas, and Justice of the Peace Court, and in other relevant forums.
- Directs outside counsel.
- Conducts and supervises large and complex litigation-related assignments.
- Directs internal investigations across Exelon’s Business Units.
- Provides legal counsel and strategic communication to Business Unit clients and all levels of management regarding litigation, investigations, and other matters.
- Works across the Legal Department and the Company to proactively identify and mitigate litigation and other legal risks.
- Prepares, and revises as necessary, budgets and early matter assessments for all matters involving outside counsel.
- Provides lead direction and/or project leadership direction to less experienced attorneys and support staff.
- Projects / duties as assigned.
- Provides legal services, including representing the Company in judicial proceedings, arbitrations, and mediations, and manages relationships and litigation matters with Business Units and outside counsel.
- Demonstrates superior business knowledge in portions of the business and industry; anticipates and understands trends in areas of law related to the business; able to think strategically and to work with Business Units to achieve company objectives and manage litigation risks.
Benefits
- Annual salary will vary based on a candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors: $167,200.00/Yr. – $229,900.00/Yr.
- Annual Bonus for eligible positions: 20%
- 401(k) match and annual company contribution
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Life and disability insurance
- Generous paid time off options, including vacation, sick time, floating and fixed holidays, maternity leave and bonding/primary caregiver leave or parental leave
- Employee Assistance Program and resources for mental and emotional support
- Wellbeing programs such as tuition reimbursement, adoption and surrogacy assistance and fitness reimbursement
- Referral bonus program
- And much more
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
