Counsel, Litigation

Min 5 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Title: Counsel, Litigation
Experience: Minimum 5 years of personal injury or defense litigation experience
Salary: Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications

H1: Join CN and Make a Difference as a Counsel, Litigation
H2: Defend CN in US Litigation Matters and Drive Organizational Change

Overview:
- CN is seeking a Counsel, Litigation to join their team in Homewood, IL or Memphis, TN
- As a world-class transportation leader, CN offers a stimulating and rewarding work environment
- Paid training and opportunities for long-term career growth
- Safety-focused culture and emphasis on working together as ONE TEAM

Responsibilities:
- Manage US litigation matters, including grade crossing accidents, employee injury claims, and personal injury claims
- Respond to subpoenas, complaints, and causes of action against CN's US subsidiary railroads
- Collaborate with outside counsel and provide legal and strategic advice
- Develop strategies for US FELA non-litigated cases and work closely with Risk Mitigation team
- Negotiate directly with opposing counsel and participate in mediation sessions
- Provide thorough analysis of potential liability and exposure

Working Conditions:
- Standard workweek with three days in the office and two remote
- Available for overtime and weekend work when necessary
- On-call 24/7 to respond to critical incidents
- Minimal travel (5%) to visit incident sites and meet with outside counsel

Requirements:
- Minimum 5 years of personal injury or defense litigation experience
- Degree in Law (Juris Doctor Degree)
- Member of good standing in relevant State Bar and Federal Trial Bar
- Knowledge of civil procedure rules and relevant court proceedings
- Familiarity with legal research tools and knowledge of FELA

About CN:
- World-class transportation leader and trade-enabler
- Safely transports over 300 million tons of goods throughout North America every year
- Committed to social responsibility and environmental stewardship
- Focused on safety, sustainability, and customer satisfaction

CN is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability.

Not specified

Paid training, opportunities for advancement, close-knit and safety-focused culture, one team environment, meaningful work

French (preferred)

Strategic Planning, Risk Assessment, Legal Advice, Negotiation, Mediation, Trial Experience, Microsoft Office, Legal Research Tools, French Language

Juris Doctor Degree

Interested candidates should submit their application through the company's website or email their resume and cover letter to the contact person listed below.

Qualification and Experience Juris Doctor Degree, Member of State Bar, Member of Federal Trial Bar (preferred)

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