Description:

Job Function:
Provide In-House Legal Services, with An Emphasis on Public Utility Regulatory Matters and Litigation, for The Benefit of The Largest Supplier of Electricity in the State of Hawaii, Maui Electric and Hawaii Electric Light (the Companies) and Monitor Work Assigned to Outside Counsel.

Essential Functions:

Provides Legal Services, Advice and Practical Solutions in Relation to A Wide Range of Public Utility Regulatory, Litigation, and Related Issues Affecting the Companies, Including: Assessment of Legal, Regulatory Compliance and Business Risk; Representation of The Companies Before Governmental Administrative Agencies and In Court, Preparation of Legal Documents, Pleadings, Memoranda, Motions and Regulatory Filings; Preparation of Rate Case Filings and Participation in All Aspects of Rate Case Hearing, Including Discovery, Witness Preparation, Motions Practice, Drafting Memoranda and Briefs, Etc.; Handling All Aspects of Various Litigation Matters Including Commercial, Contract, Personal Injury, and Property Damage Claims, from Case Inception to Judgment and Appeals; Advising Officers, Managers and Employees Regarding Proposed Legislation, Newly Enacted Laws, Legal Trends, Cases and Policies Pertinent to The Companies; Assisting in The Development and Implementation of The Companies' Policies, Procedures, and Strategies; Advocate the Companies' Positions Externally.
Provides Legal Services to The Companies, Including Evaluation of Legal Issues and Assessment of Risk, in A Wide Range of Other Areas, Including Business Law (with an Emphasis on Contracts and Corporate Liabilities), Labor and Employment Law, Environmental Regulation, Real Property, Securities, Finance, Compensation and Benefits, Legislation and Litigation; Develop Preventative Law Programs Including Training to Assist Operational Managers and Their Staffs in The Handling of Their Work; Advise Officers, Managers and Employees Regarding New Laws, Legal Trends, Cases and Policies Pertinent to The Companies.
Provides Work Direction And/or Monitor Work Performed by Outside Attorneys to Ensure Use of The Same Is Efficient and Provides High Value; Assist in Monitoring and Managing Outside Counsel Costs, Including Invoice Reviews. Direct, Provide Guidance to And Monitor Work of Legal Department Legal Assistants.
Participates as A Legal Adviser on Task Forces, Committees and Special Projects. Effectively Communicate with Senior Management on Legal Issues and Risks, Including Preparing and Delivering Presentations.
Assists in Developing and Implementing Policies, Procedures and Systems for Provision of Legal Services and Monitoring of Potential Areas Requiring Legal Review. Provide Such Other Services as Attorney's Abilities, Education, and Experiences Enable Attorney to Perform.
Participates in Companies' Emergency Response Activities as Assigned, Including Any Activities Required to Prepare for Such Emergency Response. Other Duties as Assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

Knowledge Requirements

Law Degree, Membership in The Hawaii State Bar Association and License to Practice Law in Hawaii (license to Practice Law and In Good Standing in Another State Will Suffice Pending Admission to Hawaii Bar).
Specialized Knowledge in The Area of Public Utility Regulation and Familiarity with Hawaii Administrative Rules Chapter 16-601 (rules of Practice and Procedure Before the Public Utilities Commission) or Similar Rules in Other Jurisdictions.
Specialized Knowledge in The Area of Litigation and Familiarity with Hawaii Rules of Civil Procedure, Rules of The Circuit Courts of The State of Hawaii, or Similar Rules in Other Jurisdictions
Broad Knowledge of Energy Law and Commercial/business Law.
General Knowledge and Familiarity with The Other Legal Areas Listed in The Job Requirements.

Skill Requirements:

Ability to Work Independently, Manage Time Effectively, Meet Deadlines and Deliver High Quality Work Product with Minimal Oversight by Supervisor.
Ability to Make Mature, Experienced Business and Legal Judgments and Apply Strategic Thinking.
Ability to Communicate Clearly, Persuasively, Logically and Succinctly (both Verbally and In Writing) for A Variety of Audiences in Appropriate Language (business And/or Technical).
Demonstrates a Commitment to The Companies' Core Values (safety, Aloha, Integrity and Excellence).
Demonstrates a Strong Customer (internal and External) Orientation and The Ability to Generate Strong Internal Client Satisfaction.
Competency in Key Areas of Management and Leadership Expertise Including: Superior Interpersonal Skills, Effective Relationship and Conflict Management Skills, Communication Skills, and Ability to Guide and Motivate Others in The Organization.
Ability to Prioritize and Oversee Multiple Projects and Remain Flexible in A Demanding and Dynamic Work Environment.
Ability to Maintain Direction and Focus and Display Objectivity and A Positive Attitude Even when Placed Under Stressful Conditions.
Ability to Be a Team Player, Work Collaboratively, and Delegating Work and Responsibilities as Appropriate.
Ability to Mentor and Train Others.
In Depth Analytical, Organizational and Conceptual Skills to Handle Various Projects and Programs.
Ability to Identify, Analyze and Research Legal Issues Affecting the Companies, and Make Recommendations to Resolve or Address the Issues. Ability to Identify Legal Options and Provide Creative Solutions.

Experience Requirements:

Minimum of 7 Years of Legal Experience Required with A Minimum of Three Years of Concentration in Public Utilities Regulatory Law And/or Litigation.
Experience Working with Public Utility Commissions, Consumer Advocate and Legislative Bodies on Public Utility Regulatory Matters.
Experience Appearing Before Courts, Governmental Administrative Agencies And/or Alternative Dispute Resolution Forums, and Working on All Aspects of Litigation Matters from Case Inception to Judgment and Appeals.