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Tacoma, WA, United States
Associate Counsel
Attorney
Company Review
Min 2 yrs required
Full-time
No
## Geosyntec Consultants - Associate Counsel Geosyntec Consultants is a fast-paced and deadline-driven environmental professional services firm seeking an enthusiastic and resourceful Associate Counsel in Tacoma, Washington. The Associate Counsel will respond to the legal needs of the company by evaluating legal risk and working with the legal team to communicate them to the practice. They will also research legal issues of any type as they arise, review and negotiate contracts and subcontracts, and help the company comply with the laws and regulations of the locations where it operates. Geosyntec is a company of practitioners who are experts in their fields and experienced in applying their knowledge to provide our clients with real-world solutions. We provide environmental services to municipalities, state and federal agencies, Fortune 500 industrial companies, and many of the nation’s top law firms. ### Responsibilities The Associate Counsel will: * Assist with managing professional liability, auto or general liability claims asserted against the company as they arise to bring them to resolution; * Work with internal resources and external insurance brokers regarding commercial insurance program to ensure coverage for claims, compliance with insurance requirements and to respond to questions regarding insurance; * Research legal issues and changes in the law to ensure day to day compliance by the company’s operations. Advise on any perceived risks or liabilities to company management; * Act as legal resource for various subjects as assigned. Examples of legal topics include but are not limited to: cybersecurity issues; professional licensing regulations; employee relations issues; intellectual property; bankruptcy; securities regulations; collection and payment issues; and other legal questions as they arise; * Along with other members of the legal department, review and negotiate all types of contracts and subcontracts with clients, subcontractors, and vendors; work collaboratively with General Counsel and Project or Client Managers to achieve positive and timely outcomes of negotiations; * Provide high quality, positive and responsive services to both internal and external clients as issues arise to support effective resolution of the issue; * Provide guidance and support to Project or Client Managers on contract or risk management related issues; * Respond to requests for assistance and guidance from Project and Client Managers; and * Perform other related duties and responsibilities as needed. ### Qualifications The ideal candidate for this role will have: * Juris Doctor (JD) degree and a license to practice law in any state in the .; * At least 2 years of contract law experience; * Prior experience evaluating legal issues and an ability to communicate complex legal issues to individuals not trained as lawyers; * Ability to review and negotiate all types of contracts and subcontracts with clients, subcontractors, and vendors; * Ability to read, analyze and interpret contracts, insurance documents, general business periodicals, professional journals, financial reports, legal documents, office procedures, and governmental regulations; * Ability to write correspondence, reports, procedure manuals and presentations conforming to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from colleagues, groups of professionals, senior management, project teams, clients and subcontractors; * Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word, Adobe Acrobat, and PowerPoint and working knowledge of Excel and Access; * Ability to efficiently and effectively manage individual workload including the ability to independently manage conflicting priorities, communicate effectively, and complete tasks in accordance with critical time-driven deadlines; and * Valid . driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. ### Compensation Geosyntec offers a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible employees. Potential compensation ranges for this role are: * Minimum Salary: $100,000 * Maximum Salary: $148,000
Paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k)
Evaluating Legal Issues, Communication, Negotiation, Contract and Risk Management, Insurance, Research Legal Issues
Juris Doctor (JD) degree and a license to practice law in any state in the U.S.
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Qualification and Experience Juris Doctor (JD) degree and a license to practice law in any state in the U.S., at least 2 years of contract law experience
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USD 100000 to 148000 Annually
Mar 26, 2024
Jul 09, 2024
Qualification and ExperienceJuris Doctor (JD) degree and a license to practice law in any state in the U.S., at least 2 years of contract law experience
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