Download App | FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA
 Upload Your Resume   Employers / Post Jobs 

Corporate - General Attorney in Philadelphia, PA

Philadelphia Gas Works Jul 21,2021 Jan 15,2021 Location Philadelphia PA
This job is expired...

In-House

Attorney

Corporate - General

Min 10 yrs required

Profile

Corporate Attorney – Transactional / Land Use Law The candidate advises and actively represents firm in a variety of legal matters and business transactions which may include to contracts, procurement, real estate and other areas requiring legal counseling and/or assistance. Also coordinates matters referred to outside law firms. Provides written and oral legal advice on matters affecting the interests of firm. Negotiates and drafts various agreements and documents. Researches appropriate legal opinions, rulings and findings in order to provide the soundest legal advice regarding company matters. Advises and actively represents firm in negotiations, administrative and court actions as assigned; prepares appropriate legal documents associated with these processes. Analyzes and interprets federal, state and local statutes, case law, ordinances, legislation and regulations to determine their application to company business procedures, policy and practices. Advises management and represents legal perspective on new and proposed changes to company policies, procedures and practices. Coaches and mentors lower level and newly hired attorneys, assisting them in developing essential skills to be successful with company by providing first level guidance on policies, procedures and practices of the department and organization and training in the responsibilities associated with legal matters for firm and the gas industry. Consults with other departments as necessary to carry out assigned responsibilities. Performs other special projects and assignments as requested.

Qualification and Experience

The candidate must be a law school graduate with an LLB or JD degree. Must be admitted to the Pennsylvania Bar. Government or regulatory agency experience preferred. Must have 10+ years of experience working with a combination of environmental and transactional law. Must have analytical and communication skills with the interpret and translate complex legal terms into written and verbal forms that are easily understood by all levels of staff. Must have leadership ability with a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions in order to provide guidance to lower level peer group and assist Legal Department in identifying the best people for special assignments and advancement.

Additional info

ID 2021-1565

Company info