General Litigation Counsel

Jones Petroleum Company•Jackson, GA

14d•Onsite

About The Position

Job Title: GENERAL LITIGATION COUNSEL Company: Jones Petroleum Company Direct Link to apply: jonespetroleum.com Primary Duties & Responsibilities would include, but are not limited to: Acting LITIGATOR for Jones Petroleum and its various subsidiaries, and being a key team member including valuable input of subject content in the legal department. The ideal Litigator will have no less than four years experience with Commercial background, including Appellate Work, and experience in both Federal and State Jurisdictions. 5 years of litigation experience required. Some transactional practice is a definite plus. Environmental and Land Use Law is a definite plus. Our Legal Department is growing and has a very active calendar of various subject matter and will provide excellent challenge and engaging work opportunities for the right candidate. Must be LICENSED in the State of Georgia, providing Certificate for Georgia Bar. Availability: Must have the ability to meet demanding court and filing requirements that may include non traditional work week. Salary is based on Experience ON PREMISE position – main corporate offices located in Jackson, Georgia 30233 Benefits Include Paid weekly A competitive starting wage Most rewarding 401(k) retirement plan in the Industry! Medical / Dental / Supplemental Insurance Paid Time Off Who we are: Jones Petroleum Company is a growing, well-established fuel distribution company supplying gas outlets throughout the southeast. We also own, operate and construct convenience stores, branded quick service restaurants, among other things. We are a privately owned COMMUNITY-ORIENTED company operating many national brands. Note: This company participates in the E-verify program. This positions is subject to a 90 day introductory period. This introductory period is designed, primarily, to give both the Company and the employee an opportunity to determine whether the employee will be able to adequately perform in the assigned job position. At the end of the introductory period, your performance will be reviewed and a decision made regarding your continued employment or any extended introductory period. All employees are hired as temporary employees until their introductory period has elapsed. Temporary employees are not eligible for any benefits during the introductory period.

Requirements

no less than four years experience with Commercial background
Appellate Work experience
experience in both Federal and State Jurisdictions
5 years of litigation experience required
Must be LICENSED in the State of Georgia, providing Certificate for Georgia Bar

Nice To Haves

Some transactional practice is a definite plus
Environmental and Land Use Law is a definite plus

Responsibilities

Acting LITIGATOR for Jones Petroleum and its various subsidiaries
key team member including valuable input of subject content in the legal department
meet demanding court and filing requirements