Assistant General Counsel
Job Location:
Bismarck, ND - USA
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Job Summary
Fisher Industries is a vertically integrated family of businesses that provides heavy civil construction and aggregate products across the United States. With over 70 years of experience the company specializes in highways bridges aggregates and large-scale infrastructure projects supported by in-house capabilities in drilling blasting crushing asphalt and concrete production. Fisher is committed to delivering innovative cost-effective solutions with an emphasis on safety and quality. As a proven industry leader Fisher Industries continues to grow while maintaining the integrity and values of a family-owned company. For additional information about our company visit our website at
POSITION SCOPE
The Assistant General Counsel provides critical legal support to the organization by delivering timely guidance on a variety of legal regulatory and compliance matters. This individual will assist with drafting and reviewing contracts managing legal documentation conducting research and ensuring adherence to applicable laws and company policies. They will also work collaboratively with internal teams to mitigate risk support business initiatives handle correspondence related to legal matters and maintain accurate and confidential legal records. The role contributes to efficient daily operations by supporting the General Counsel and other departments with reliable legal and administrative expertise. Possible remote/hybrid schedule within North Dakota.
PRIMARY DUTIES
- Draft review and revise contracts agreements and other legal documents
- Track legal deadlines facilitate interdepartmental communication and support ongoing legal projects
- Prepare routine legal correspondence filings and internal documentation
- Maintain legal databases case files and contract repositories while ensuring accuracy organization and confidentiality
- Assist with compliance reviews regulatory filings and internal investigations
- Manage disputes claims and litigation including coordinating with outside counsel as necessary
- Manage and prepare corporate governance documents and maintain corporate formalities
- Support risk management efforts by identifying assessing and reporting legal issues
- Conduct legal research and summarize findings for the General Counsel
- Handle sensitive legal information with a high degree of confidentiality
- Review internal reports and documents to ensure legal accuracy and alignment with company standards
- Input update and manage legal information across tracking systems and spreadsheets
- Monitor changes in laws and regulations affecting the construction industry and provide proactive guidance to the company
- Perform other duties as assigned
REQUIREMENTS
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school; active license to practice law
- Minimum 23 years of directly related legal experience preferably in corporate contract or compliance law
- Admission to or the ability to be admitted to the state bar of North Dakota and/or Arizona
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook); familiarity with legal research tools and contract management software preferred
- Excellent written and verbal communication analytical and problemsolving skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities adapt to changing needs and operate effectively in a fastpaced environment
- Knowledge of contract law corporate governance compliance requirements and general legal procedures
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to identify and mitigate legal risks
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams
- Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive legal matters
Fisher Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We are a drug-free work environment requiring pre-employment and random drug testing. Subject to background check.
If you require an accommodation with applying please email or call the HR Department at to request accommodations. This email is only to request accommodation for the application process and is not an email to inquire about the status of your application.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
