Description:

Description:
We are seeking an attorney with 5+ years of experience in complex litigation and bankruptcy/creditor's rights to play an integral role in the company's legal organization. You would be the seventh in-house lawyer reporting to the Deputy General Counsel. This position requires a detail-oriented, strategic thinker capable of navigating multifaceted legal challenges independently while providing sound legal advice to protect the company's interests. The position is a hybrid position requiring attorney to work at least three days a week in company's office located in New York, New York, Arlington, Virginia, or Los Angeles, California.

What you will do:

Complex litigation, bankruptcy/creditor's rights, and judgment enforcement matters arising from company functions, financing agreements, bankruptcies initiated by individuals or businesses, contract disputes, as well as other matters
Supervise outside counsel in connection with complex litigation, judgment enforcement and/or bankruptcy/creditor's rights matters providing regular updates to senior management
Collaborate with outside counsel to effectively manage a large portfolio of cases, ensuring alignment with company strategy and goals and maximizing efficiencies
Provide expert legal advice and support to internal teams on litigation, bankruptcy/creditor's rights, and judgment enforcement matters, ensuring compliance with all relevant internal policies and procedures
Lead and participate in negotiations, mediations, and settlement discussions, as required
Develop and implement litigation strategies to minimize risk and costs associated with legal proceedings, and advise on potential litigation risks
Review, draft, and revise legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, other court filings, and discovery
Assist in the management of, and compliance with, legal budgets related to litigation, judgment enforcement and bankruptcy matters
Assist in supervising team of paralegals in connection with litigation, judgment enforcement and bankruptcy matters

What We're Looking For:

JD with excellent academic and professional credentials
Member in good standing of the New York, Virginia, or California bar or eligible for admission upon motion
Exceptional analytical, oral and written communication, negotiation and organizational skills
Flexible, with the ability to adjust to circumstances in a growing company and assist with projects on an as needed basis
Independent, self-starter, adept at managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Excellent presentation and training skills
Minimum five years' experience in complex litigation and bankruptcy/creditor's rights at well-established US-based or international law firm
Judicial clerkship a plus
Judgment enforcement experience a plus
Demonstrated ability to manage a high volume of legal matters, including coordinating with outside counsel