Litigation Attorney

Trek•Waterloo, WI

About The Position

We are seeking an litigation attorney to join Trek’s legal team. This role will manage the company's litigation matters across a range of practice areas, working closely with internal business partners and outside counsel.

Requirements

J.D. from an accredited law school and active bar membership in Wisconsin
2+ years of litigation experience, either at a law firm or in-house
Experience with product liability and employment matters strongly preferred
Strong written and oral communication skills
Ability to work independently, manage multiple matters simultaneously, and collaborate with different business units
Experience managing outside counsel and legal budgets

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with cycling industry products, safety standards, or CPSC regulatory matters

Responsibilities

Manage and direct a range of litigation matters, including product and premises liability, employment, and general civil and class action litigation
Supervise litigation strategy, budgets, and case timelines
Participate in all aspects of case management, including responding to pleadings, conducting discovery, preparing witnesses, and attending trial.
Conduct internal investigations and fact-finding in connection with disputes and pre-litigation matters
Draft and review settlement agreements and other litigation-related documents
Oversee regulatory inquiries and government investigations as needed
Advise on risk-mitigation strategies and initiatives
Other responsibilities as needed