Commercial Litigation Counsel

Min 3 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Title: Commercial Litigation Counsel
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Location: Atlanta, Georgia, USA
Employment Type: Full time
Requisition ID: R6300

Overview:

FORTNA is a global leader in transforming omnichannel and parcel distribution operations for some of the world's leading brands. Our innovative approach and proprietary tools and algorithms help companies stay ahead of digital disruption and achieve their growth objectives. We offer comprehensive services and products, including network strategy, distribution center design and implementation, material handling automation, and lifecycle services.

Our company culture is focused on collaboration, diversity, and empowerment. We believe in creating a workplace that is not just a job, but a movement to redefine success and turn challenges into opportunities. Join the movement and be a part of our team, our passion, and our approach.

Position Summary:

As Commercial Litigation Counsel, you will provide legal services and support to one or more business units within the organization. Your main responsibilities will include advising on legal issues related to commercial contracts, laws and regulations, and dispute resolution. You will also review, draft, and negotiate various agreements with customers and suppliers, provide guidance on dispute resolution, and manage outside counsel. This role requires a broad legal skillset and the ability to provide guidance across multiple areas of law.

Basic Requirements:

- Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience as a licensed practicing attorney
- . degree from a top ABA-accredited law school and state bar membership in good standing
- Strong drafting and presentation skills
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills (both oral and written)
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally
- Self-directed with strong attention to detail and ability to multitask and prioritize

Preferred Qualifications:

- Experience with commercial transactions
- Litigation experience
- General knowledge of construction law and/or product liability

Competencies:

- Problem Solving/Analysis
- Business Acumen
- Organization Skills
- Self-directed with strong attention to detail and ability to multitask and prioritize
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others

Role and Responsibilities:

- Manage disputes with the support of outside counsel, including through litigation, arbitration, mediation, or settlement negotiations
- Conduct legal research, draft and review motions and pleadings for proceedings
- Lead discovery processes and depositions
- Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements
- Provide education and training on legal matters to internal business units
- Manage external lawyers
- Gain and maintain comprehensive knowledge of the company's business to contribute to its commercial objectives from a legal standpoint

Physical and Mental Requirements:

In this role, you may be required to attend meetings in and out of the office, travel domestically and internationally, and work independently or as part of a team. This job also requires certain mental demands, including the ability to use judgment, handle moderate amounts of stress, and maintain attention to detail with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Disclaimer:

This job description describes the general nature and level of work expected of a person assigned to this position. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. Employees may be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

FORTNA and its affiliated companies are committed to providing equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all individuals regardless of age, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, citizenship status (if authorized to work in the .), or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We also provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Comprehensive services and products, network strategy, distribution center operational design and implementation, material handling automated equipment, robotics, and lifecycle services.

Legal Research, Drafting, Negotiation, Communication, Problem Solving, Business Acumen, Organization, Attention to Detail

J.D. degree from top ABA-accredited law school

Interested candidates should submit their resume, cover letter, and any relevant materials to the contact person listed below.

Qualification and Experience J.D. degree from top ABA-accredited law school, state bar membership in good standing

Legal