Manage a portfolio of commercial litigation and pre-litigation disputes, including contract disputes, professional malpractice, business torts, and other business-related claims.
Evaluate claims and defenses, assess legal and business risk, and recommend practical resolution strategies.
Direct outside counsel on litigation strategy through all phases of litigation.
Partner with internal stakeholders to gather facts, assess risk, manage discovery, and coordinate litigation response.
Advise business teams on dispute avoidance, escalation, and documentation practices.
Support subpoena, civil investigative demand, and third-party discovery responses.
Assist with litigation holds, e-discovery coordination, records preservation, and document review processes.
Prepare concise updates for legal leadership and business partners regarding case status, exposure, and reserve considerations.
Manage spend and vendor performance to promote cost-effective matter management.

Juris Doctoral degree
2 years of job-related prior experience
Ability to manage deadlines, work on multiple assignments and prioritize each
Proficient use of applicable technology
Demonstrated ability to communicate verbally and in writing throughout all levels of organization
Possess problem-solving ability through detailed analysis of various rules, regulations and laws
Proven high level of business integrity, client service and leadership skills

Corporate Counsel – Commercial Litigation

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