Associate General Counsel Litigation

St. Louis, MO - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 20 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Legal

Job Summary

Description

We are looking for a forward-thinking hands-on litigator to join Emersons global Litigation Group as the Associate General Counsel Litigation. This position will report directly to Emersons VP litigation and will provide comprehensive legal support to the Litigation Group law department business units and world areas on a broad array of complex litigation and may also be responsible for management and supervision of Non-Lawyer Professionals within the Litigation Group.

In This Role Your Responsibilities Will Be:

Provides litigation advice to the VP Litigation law department business units and world areas on a broad spectrum of legal issues while exercising independent judgment
Supports the VP Litigation and Legal team in:
- Managing complex litigation arbitration and pre-litigation claims involving Emerson on a global basis including asbestos (tax and employment excluded)
- Managing and/or drafting complaints responses to subpoenas discovery or notices
- Managing outside counsel and experts
- Providing legal support to product safety and claims teams and potential product recalls
- Staying abreast of litigation industry and related laws regulations and practices
- Formulation and implementation of strategy for litigation process improvements
- Interfacing and collaborating with foreign and domestic internal and external legal resources
- Implementing corporate policies throughout all applicable businesses
- Strategic projects in different areas (e.g. implementation of various legislation applicable new directives and regulations)
Identify and lead various strategic initiatives of the Legal team
May manage mentor and train other members of the Litigation Group
May manage due diligence process for company acquisitions and divestitures
Works cooperatively and collaboratively with Emerson Law Department colleagues Emerson business personnel and outside counsel on litigation pre-litigation and other matters
Exercises sound professional judgment acts with integrity and drive results at all times to protect and enhance the image and reputation of Emerson and the Law Department

Who You Are:

You see the big picture constantly are imagining future scenarios and create strategies to sustain competitive advantage. You keep up with current and possible future policies practices and trends in the organization with the competition and in the market place. You deliver feedback letting people know where they stand honestly and sensitively. You deliver messages in a clear compelling and concise manner. You rally others to support common team goals taking an Enterprise-wide approach and encouraging others to do the have had exposure to artificial intelligence (AI) tools and you have an interest in how AI can enhance legal processes.

For This Role You Will Need:

Relevant work experience working on and/or managing complex litigation required; knowledge and experience with international laws.
Licensed to practice law in Missouri or another U.S. state
Law Degree from an accredited U.S. law school
Applicants seeking both full time and part-time positions may be considered depending on experience
Forward thinking and strategic solution-finding practical with a strong business acumen able to weigh and take reasonable risks
Self-motivated and keen on getting involved in all kinds of legal matters and business areas
Comfortable working with senior management
Excellent oral and written English language skills
Openness to travel
Intermediate MS Office Excel and PowerPoint skills
Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now and in the future.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

At least 6 years of relevant work experience working on and/or managing complex litigation required; knowledge and experience with international laws preferred

Our Culture & Commitment to You:At Emerson we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued respected and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation collaboration and diverse perspectivesbecause we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship training or leadership opportunities we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible competitive benefits plans to meet you and your familys physical mental financial and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans with dental and vision coverage Employee Assistance Program 401(k) tuition reimbursement employee resource groups recognition and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal) vacation and holiday leave.

Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E F-1 (including those with OPT or CPT) H-1 H-2 L-1 B J or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future are not eligible.

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Required Experience:

DescriptionWe are looking for a forward-thinking hands-on litigator to join Emersons global Litigation Group as the Associate General Counsel Litigation. This position will report directly to Emersons VP litigation and will provide comprehensive legal support to the Litigation Group law department b...

Description

In This Role Your Responsibilities Will Be:

Provides litigation advice to the VP Litigation law department business units and world areas on a broad spectrum of legal issues while exercising independent judgment
Supports the VP Litigation and Legal team in:
- Managing complex litigation arbitration and pre-litigation claims involving Emerson on a global basis including asbestos (tax and employment excluded)
- Managing and/or drafting complaints responses to subpoenas discovery or notices
- Managing outside counsel and experts
- Providing legal support to product safety and claims teams and potential product recalls
- Staying abreast of litigation industry and related laws regulations and practices
- Formulation and implementation of strategy for litigation process improvements
- Interfacing and collaborating with foreign and domestic internal and external legal resources
- Implementing corporate policies throughout all applicable businesses
- Strategic projects in different areas (e.g. implementation of various legislation applicable new directives and regulations)
Identify and lead various strategic initiatives of the Legal team
May manage mentor and train other members of the Litigation Group
May manage due diligence process for company acquisitions and divestitures
Works cooperatively and collaboratively with Emerson Law Department colleagues Emerson business personnel and outside counsel on litigation pre-litigation and other matters
Exercises sound professional judgment acts with integrity and drive results at all times to protect and enhance the image and reputation of Emerson and the Law Department

Who You Are:

For This Role You Will Need:

Relevant work experience working on and/or managing complex litigation required; knowledge and experience with international laws.
Licensed to practice law in Missouri or another U.S. state
Law Degree from an accredited U.S. law school
Applicants seeking both full time and part-time positions may be considered depending on experience
Forward thinking and strategic solution-finding practical with a strong business acumen able to weigh and take reasonable risks
Self-motivated and keen on getting involved in all kinds of legal matters and business areas
Comfortable working with senior management
Excellent oral and written English language skills
Openness to travel
Intermediate MS Office Excel and PowerPoint skills
Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now and in the future.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

At least 6 years of relevant work experience working on and/or managing complex litigation required; knowledge and experience with international laws preferred

Work Authorization

#LI-PL1

#LI-Hybrid

Required Experience:

Key Skills

General Counsel
Legal Case Management
Legal Drafting
Litigation
Intellectual Property Law
Legal Counsel
Legal Research
Securities Law
Employment & Labor Law
Real Estate Law
negotiation
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