Senior Litigation Counsel – Engineering, Construction

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

📋 Description

• Serve as a valued and trusted member of the Atlas Legal Department.

• Primarily tasked with overseeing and managing all stages of intricate engineering, construction, commercial, employment, and select personal injury/auto/property damage litigation and claims, which includes early dispute resolution, discovery, motions, trial preparation, and post-trial activities.

• Act as the main point of contact for litigation, claims, and employment law issues, collaborating and coordinating with other team members within the Legal Department and the Company.

• Engage with and manage outside counsel on litigation matters, including the selection and coordination of outside counsel, oversight of legal budgets, and driving case strategy.

• Draft, review, and negotiate pleadings, motions, settlement agreements, and various case documents.

• Conduct internal investigations, perform legal research, issue and oversee litigation holds, manage third-party subpoenas, and handle the discovery process, including document production, deposition preparation, and responses to discovery requests.

• Regularly communicate and work directly with insurance companies regarding litigation matters.

• Provide advice to the Company, with necessary support from outside counsel, on employment-related issues and obligations, including internal disputes, wage and hour compliance, and the development of HR policies.

• Collaborate with the health & safety team on OSHA and other regulatory and policy matters, working with outside counsel when needed.

• Provide practical, business-focused legal advice aimed at achieving Company objectives in a legally compliant manner.

• Work together with other members of the Legal Team to enhance the processes and operations of the Legal Department.

• Assist and support other members of the Legal Department as required.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 8 years of litigation experience, including at least 3 to 5 years in the engineering/construction sector is essential.

• Experience in employment law and advising on employment-related matters is advantageous.

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and admission to a State Bar are required.

• Extensive experience in managing or litigating complex cases in state and/or federal court is crucial.

• Preference for candidates with both in-house and law firm experience, although it is not mandatory.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities are necessary.

• A team-oriented individual with a positive attitude who enjoys collaboration is essential.

• Ability to manage a large, fast-paced, and dynamic workload with minimal supervision is required.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are a must.

• A strong client-service orientation and exceptional work ethic are essential.

• Excellent organizational, time management, and attention to detail skills are needed.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and occasionally stressful environment is required.

• Must maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion and sound judgment.

• Willingness to travel as necessary is required.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health & Wellness: We offer medical, dental, and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee-only medical coverage.

• Time Off & Family Support: We provide vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL), and paid parental leave.

• Retirement: We assist employees in planning for their future with a 401(k) and company match.

• Insurance: We offer Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment), and Disability insurance for protection and peace of mind.

• Safety Program: We are committed to safety as part of our quality of life core value, providing approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.

• Learning & Development: We offer clear career paths, learning resources, and development programs to help you grow and advance within the company. Internal certifications on specific skills and support for external credentials through tuition reimbursement are available.

• Belonging: We support Employee Communities (ECs), voluntary, employee-led groups that foster connections, belonging, and shared purposes.

• Flexibility: While this may vary by project demands and regional workloads, we are dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to help employees balance their personal and professional responsibilities.