Assistant General Counsel Litigation
Company: American Immigration Lawyers Association
Location: Newark
Posted on: September 15, 2023
Job Description:
PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION The Assistant General Counsel -
Litigation is a highly experienced litigation attorney who advises
and represents the Company, primarily in Delaware, in connection
with complex tort and commercial disputes and internal
investigations. While this position largely focuses on matters
related to Delmarva Power, the Assistant General Counsel works
across Exelon's legal department and Business Units to identify and
mitigate Company's legal risks. PRIMARY DUTIES AND
ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Provides legal services and advice, primarily in Delaware, to
Exelon Business Units on complex tort and commercial matters and
internal investigations, including conducting and supervising large
and complex litigation-related assignments; directing internal
investigations across Exelon's Business Units; directing outside
counsel; and representing Exelon in litigation in state and federal
courts and in other relevant forums.
- Provides legal counsel and strategic communication to Business
Unit clients and all levels of management regarding litigation,
investigations, and other matters.
- Works across the Legal Department and the Company to
proactively identify and mitigate litigation and other legal
risks.
- Provides lead direction and/or project leadership direction to
less experienced attorneys and support staff.
- Performs significant projects and other duties as assigned. JOB
SCOPE
- Provides legal services, including representing the Company in
judicial proceedings, arbitrations, and mediations in Delaware, and
manages relationships and litigation matters with Business Units
and outside counsel.
- Demonstrates superior business knowledge in portions of the
business and industry; anticipates and understands trends in areas
of law related to the business; able to think strategically and to
work with Business Units to achieve company objectives and manage
litigation risks Qualifications - External MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- An LLB or JD from an accredited law school.
- Admitted to practice law in Delaware.
- At least 7 years of litigation experience, including experience
in handling tort and commercial matters.
- Comprehensive knowledge of relevant state and federal law and
of principles, practices, and procedures of the legal field to the
completion of complex assignments.
- Superior legal research, analytical, and communication
skills.
- Excellent judgment; Ability to work well in ambiguous,
challenging, and sensitive situations, and to work independently
under time deadlines. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Knowledge of legal
issues affecting electric and natural gas utilities. - Admitted to
practice law in New Jersey. - Experience in conducting internal
investigations.
Keywords: American Immigration Lawyers Association, Newark , Assistant General Counsel Litigation, Legal , Newark, Delaware
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