Litigation Counsel Responsibilities: Accountable for litigation matters, and on legal policy work. Responsible for helping to develop party litigation and amicus briefs in which participates on legislative, regulatory, tort liability and other matters in support of the membership. Engages outside counsel, helps develop the legal strategy and arguments, and reviews and edits briefs drafted by outside counsel. Identifies litigation opportunities to strategically advance the interests of manufacturers and the manufacturing economy. Helps to build and manage relationships with allied groups, including building and managing litigation and advocacy coalitions. Coordinates and collaborates with the Policy and Government Relations Department to assure consistency with policy positions. Analyzes proposed policy & legislation to determine possible effects on the interests of member companies and becomes conversant on the subject matter. Proactively engages with member companies on litigation and legal policy issues and responds to member companies' requests, questions, and concerns in a timely, accurate and professional manner. Publicizes and explains legal case or legislative developments to members, staff, and other key stakeholders as appropriate. Helps to build and manage legal programming to support and educate the members.
Qualifications: J.D. from an accredited law school and membership in a State Bar. Should have 2 years of litigation and/or policy experience in a law firm, a federal regulatory agency, trade association, or major company is strongly preferred. Experience with public policy issues and handling litigation initiatives with governmental bodies strongly preferred. Excellent analytical, organizational and writing skills are essential. Experience in any of the Energy & Environmental Law, Administrative law, Labor & Employment is preferred. Experience planning a conference or business event is a plus. Strong project management and organizational skills. Strong interpersonal skills. Attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy. Computer proficiency with Windows, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), and the Internet. The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, quality and goal-driven work environment.
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