Staff Counsel - Litigation & Contracts

Job Responsibilities

• Support disputes and litigation matters, including pre-litigation investigation and risk analysis
• Partner with outside counsel; coordinate strategy, gather documentation, and assist with discovery and deposition preparation
• Evaluate and recommend options for dispute resolution
• Respond to subpoenas and related legal requests
• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of company agreements, including:
• Master Service Agreements (MSAs)
• Information Technology agreements
• Accounting agreements
• Equipment leases and other commercial contracts
• Provide Legal guidance to departments on transactional and commercial matters
• Affiliate in managing outside counsel relationships and legal services
• Complete special projects and other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials
• Active admission to a state bar with eligibility to practice in-house in the State of Texas
• Five (5+) years law practice in a firm, governmental agency, or in-house
• Demonstrated ability to draft, review, and negotiate legal documents effectively