Senior Attorney, Litigation

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Pennsylvania.

📋 Description

• Assist in the formulation and implementation of a global litigation strategy that aligns with business goals and corporate values

• Oversee consumer protection class actions, intellectual property disputes, commercial litigation, employment issues, government investigations, and insured claims

• Engage and manage external counsel, experts, and service providers

• Conduct investigations, interviews with witnesses, and preliminary case evaluations

• Direct discovery processes, including e-discovery, document examination, witness preparation, and depositions

• Draft and assess pleadings, briefs, legal memoranda, and associated correspondence

• Manage litigation budgets and expenditures related to outside counsel

• Provide practical and strategic legal counsel regarding litigation risks and regulatory issues

• Facilitate dispute resolution through negotiations, mediations, arbitrations, and court trials

• Stay informed on emerging legal trends and advise on proactive risk management strategies

• Collaborate with internal teams to address legal concerns and align with business objectives

• Handle third-party subpoenas, regulatory inquiries, and government investigations

• Mentor legal support personnel and assist in delivering legal training throughout the organization

• Prepare materials for discussions with senior leadership and the Board

⛳️ Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of pertinent legal experience

• Ideally a blend of law firm and in-house experience with a multinational or publicly traded entity

• Experience in defending class actions and managing complex commercial litigation

• Proven trial experience is preferred

• Background in handling extensive electronic discovery, outside counsel, litigation budgets, and cross-departmental projects

• Experience in representing companies in the food, consumer packaged goods, or similarly regulated sectors is preferred

• Ability to offer practical, strategic legal guidance in complex litigation and changing regulatory landscapes

• Excellent legal writing, contract drafting, negotiation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills

• Capability to devise innovative solutions to intricate legal and business challenges

• Willingness to travel as required

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school

• Active membership in good standing with the bar

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Wellness programs that promote physical and mental well-being

• Annual incentive opportunities

• 401(k) plan with company match

• Paid time off

• Company holidays

• Flexible working arrangements where applicable

• Career development initiatives

• Opportunities for learning and growth

• Internal mobility options