General Attorney (Transactional/Contracts) - Fort Worth, TX

BNSF Railway • Fort Worth, TX

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Be part of a team that values safety, inclusion, and excellence. We are one of the largest U.S. railroads transporting the nation’s freight across 28 western states and 3 Canadian provinces. As a member of our team, you will play a role in supporting the movement of essential products and materials that help feed, clothe, supply, and power communities throughout America and the world. We are committed to a culture where all employees are included, belong, and have equal opportunity to achieve their full potential. Come make a difference with us! The BNSF Railway Law and Claims Department provides expert in-house counsel and collaborates with outside counsel to ensure the railroad operates safely and meets all legal and contractual obligations. Our licensed attorneys and legal professionals are dedicated to upholding the highest legal compliance standards. Additionally, our specialized Claims team promotes safety, investigates incidents, and resolves them ethically. This is a full-time position located in Fort Worth, TX. For certain positions, including this one, employees can work one day per week remotely. Our leaders also foster a culture where work life balance, which requires flexibility for when life happens, is important and respected. Travel is minimal, less than 10%.

Requirements

• Able to work now and in the future without BNSF’s assistance (whether monetary, through sponsorship, or otherwise) in obtaining, maintaining, or extending employment authorization (including H-1B, STEM OPT/CPT, or TN nonimmigrant status).
• J.D. Degree
• Current law license (Texas preferred, but not mandatory)
• 2+ years of law practice

Nice To Haves

• At least 2 years of relevant work experience as a practicing lawyer (in-house, law firm or government) handling complex contract negotiations and transactions and/or dispute resolution (litigation/arbitration)
• Ability to handle complex and challenging assignments with extremely short turnaround deadlines
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to build consensus and communicate compelling legal/business justification for position
• Excellent legal research, verbal and written communication skills and ability to handle complex and challenging assignments with extremely short turnaround deadlines
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and other web-based legal research tools
• Experience in the transportation or manufacturing industry
• Experience in drafting and negotiating technology and other commercial agreements involving intellectual property, artificial intelligence, and data privacy issues
• Excellent legal research, verbal and written communication skills and ability to handle complex and challenging assignments with extremely short turnaround deadlines
• References, non-confidential writing samples, and law school transcript may be requested

Responsibilities

• Supports internal clients on transactions with BNSF’s suppliers and other counterparties.
• Reviews, drafts and negotiates a variety of agreements touching all aspects of BNSF’s operations, including high-value agreements with BNSF’s critical partners regarding operational, commercial, real estate, and construction issues.
• Counsels various BNSF departments on issues related to those agreements, including helping to manage disputes that occasionally arise and are resolved through litigation or arbitration.
• Assists with BNSF’s contract management system, working as part of a team of lawyers and paralegals managing that function for BNSF.

Benefits

• An industry-leading 401(k) and renowned Railroad Retirement program.
• A range of robust health care options for you and your dependents (including domestic partners), including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, mental health, cancer support, and high-quality care network options.
• Health care spending accounts (HSA) with employer contributions, as well as life and disability insurance, provided at no cost.
• Family benefits including parental, pediatric and family building support, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, and dependent care spending account (with employer match).
• Access to discounts on travel, gym memberships, counseling services and wellness support.
• Annual bonus (Incentive Compensation Program)
• Generous leave / time off policies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree