Attorney

Black & Veatch Family of Companies•Olathe, KS

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference. Black & Veatch allows you to lend your talent and perspective to humanity’s biggest challenges in a flexible environment where you are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities. We offer competitive compensation, 401k match and benefits that start day one. Our hybrid environment allows you to balance your work and personal life. At Black & Veatch, you own your career with purpose and meaning. You are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities at every step of your career journey. Bring your big ideas knowing you are safe to be who you are and speak up with concerns or questions and put your diverse talents and perspectives to use.

Requirements

Law degree required
Licensed to practice law in at least 1 jurisdiction
All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Nice To Haves

Written Communications
Priority setting
Negotiating
Peer Relationships
Comfort Around Higher Management
Timely Decision Making
Basic legal expertise
Basic knowledge of the engineering/construction industry
Basic knowledge of competitors
Basic knowledge of company policies and procedures
Basic knowledge of quality systems
Basic knowledge of risk management techniques (insurance, bonds, contract terms, letters of credit, financial instruments

Responsibilities

Function in an entry level attorney capacity
Prepare less complex legal deliverables of smaller scope, under general supervision
Perform legal research and develop legal recommendations for senior counsel review
Collect, assimilate, and manage data
Perform legal duties following division methodology and quality requirements while adhering to budget and schedule
Gains knowledge and experience to support clients by reading, understanding and applying departmental legal guides, standards, systems, and company policies and procedures
Conducts reviews of professional services contracts
Drafts legal documents including contracts, lease agreements, confidentially agreements, and less complex memoranda of understanding / teaming agreements
Handles negotiations as necessary to ensure the business interests and objectives of the company are clearly identified, adequately protected, and the risk of loss or liability is minimized
Actively seeks to understand client interests and drivers through normal client contact and through interaction and communication with project leadership
Provides assistance to other attorneys for matters Rank 3, 4 and 5 matters (less than $1M in dispute)
Monitors activities of outside counsel on assigned matters, including responding to discovery and other tasks necessary to implement claim resolution strategy
Facilitates communication between outside counsel and professionals involved in the dispute
Provides periodic reports regarding status of dispute to supervising attorney or lead litigation attorney
Drafts or reviews pleadings and discovery utilized in litigation and settlement agreements
Assists with handling of electronically stored information, including the litigation hold process
Develops an understanding of insurance, bonds, and letters of credits
Gains experience on contracts with clients, partners and subcontractors
Develops and shares current knowledge of latest technology and processes
May have responsibility in specific area such as HR, tax, federal regulations and claims
Assists senior attorneys on domestic or international projects