Description:

At DAVIS, we're redefining the way people experience construction by building success for all.

The Senior Counsel serves as a trusted legal advisor to business leaders, handling complex and high-risk matters, shaping legal strategy, and overseeing significant transactions or disputes.

Minimum Qualifications:

J.D. from an accredited law school
Licensed and in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar
At least seven (7) years of legal experience either at a reputable law firm or in-house
Experience with drafting legal documents and negotiating contracts
Prior litigation / arbitration experience a plus
Legal experience in one of the following disciplines strongly preferred: construction, real estate, commercial / corporate transactions
Proficient in utilizing legal research databases
Excellent writing and reading comprehension skills
Ability to organize, assess, and prioritize multiple tasks, projects, and demands, and to work independently
Possesses decision-making, research, and analytical problem-solving skills with a high level of understanding of industry standards and company needs and risk tolerance

Essential Duties + Responsibilities:

Contract Review and Negotiation: Reviews and negotiates both corporate and project-specific contract with deep understanding of business and legal needs and risks
Legal Document Drafting: Drafts legal documents for corporate use
Compliance Monitoring: Interprets laws, rulings, and regulations for their implications and applicability to corporate matters
Legal Support: Advises management on legal aspects of business transactions and providing counsel to management
Legal Research and Investigation: Researches laws, articles, and past judicial decisions, and investigates facts for disputes and cases
Process Administration: Collects, reviews and produces documents related to formal requests (subpoenas, garnishments, etc.)
Dispute Resolution: Administers, manages and resolves claims and disputes
Educational Materials: Creates and implements educational materials on legal issues for various departments
Coordination With Outside Counsel: Coordinates with outside counsel resources on a case-by-case basis
Best Practices: Participates in company committees to develop and implement organizational goals
Team Collaboration: Works effectively within their own team and across the organization, promoting a team atmosphere and culture

Davis Core Values:

TRUST
Excellence in Service – Fulfilling our clients' highest expectations
Inclusion – Ensuring a culture of respect and acceptance, where all employees have a sense of purpose and belonging
Integrity – Exhibiting honesty and fairness while holding ourselves accountable for our actions
Building Relationships – Creating and maintaining strong partnerships through leadership, creative solutions and hard work

The base salary (or hourly) range for this position is
$215,000.00 - $275,000.00