Counsel, Litigation
About The Position
As Counsel, you will provide strategic legal guidance across all aspects of litigation for a broad range of commercial litigation matters. This role involves partnering closely with business stakeholders to manage risk, develop litigation and dispute-resolution strategies, and provide strategic oversight of cases. You will collaborate with external counsel, oversee case strategy and execution, conduct legal analysis and research, draft and review legal documents, support business initiatives, and deliver practical, business-oriented advice to help achieve company objectives. You will contribute to informed decision-making, and deliver effective legal solutions that support business goals and operational excellence. Our team manages a portfolio of litigation matters, including pre-litigation disputes and active litigation for a broad range of commercial litigation matters. Team members play a key role in case strategy, legal research, discovery, motion practice, trial preparation, and strategic oversight of matters from inception through resolution. This group fosters a collaborative and professional environment focused on delivering effective advocacy, sound legal counsel, and business-oriented solutions that support company goals and protect organizational interests.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree and admission to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction, with 3–5 years of litigation experience.
- Experience managing complex litigation matters, including case strategy, discovery, motion practice, and oversight of outside counsel.
- Deposition and trial experience, with a strong understanding of state and federal rules of civil procedure.
- Proven ability to partner with business stakeholders and cross-functional teams to assess risk and resolve disputes effectively.
- Strong analytical, advocacy, and communication skills, with the ability to provide practical, business-focused legal advice.
- Law degree from an accredited law school and 4 years’ experience in law.
- License to practice law in at least one state.
Nice To Haves
- Leading cross-functional teams
Responsibilities
- Provide strategic legal advice to business partners regarding litigation, disputes, and pre-litigation matters, enabling informed decision-making aligned with company objectives.
- Develop and execute litigation strategies in partnership with business stakeholders and outside counsel, balancing legal risk, business objectives, and cost considerations.
- Provide strategic oversight of cases, including pleadings, discovery, motion practice, expert development, trial preparation, settlement negotiations, and appeals.
- Collaborate with teams and counsel to gather facts, develop case strategies, manage budgets, and drive efficient resolution of legal matters.
- Drive continuous improvement in litigation management processes, outside counsel strategy, and operational effectiveness to deliver high-quality legal services and maximize value for the organization.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Performance-based bonus awards
- Medical coverage
- Vision coverage
- Dental coverage
- 401(k)
- Stock purchase
- Company-paid life insurance
- PTO (including sick leave)
- Parental leave
- Family care leave
- Bereavement leave
- Jury duty leave
- Voting leave
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- Company discounts
- Military Leave Pay
- Adoption expense reimbursement
- Surrogacy expense reimbursement
- PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes
- Education benefit program (Live Better U) for full-time and part-time associates
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
