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Employment Attorney in Indianapolis, IN

IndyGo May 31,2018 Apr 29,2018 Location USA Indianapolis IN
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In-House

Attorney

Labor & Employment

3-5 yrs required

Profile

Associate Counsel The candidate will be responsible for legal review, oversight, advisement, and representation in the daily business of the corporation as directed by the General Counsel and as needed in all phases of management/labor relations. Will provide the General Counsel, executive staff, management staff, and other company staff with quality and timely legal advice on a wide variety of matters. Directs execution of drafting and negotiating contracts as needed with appropriate company staff on contracts with vendors and strategic partners. Reviews and counsels senior management in the negotiation of contracts and other legal documents with third parties, including payers, joint ventures, professional staff, landlords, lessees, contracted services, vendors, and others, working in conjunction with appropriate company staff. Provide consistent, reliable and timely legal assistance and support to the General Counsel. Works with senior management to assess the company’s liability in labor/employment/personnel decisions, real estate transactions, staff issues, etc., and devises resolutions to disputes that minimize the corporation's risk. Writes, reviews, and counsels the General Counsel on bylaws and other corporate documents; reviews these documents for changes in relevant case law, federal law, and state law and ensures the company and its subsidiaries function in compliance. Works collaboratively with senior management and the Benefits Manager to oversee any relevant claims and lawsuits in areas of risk management and workers’ compensation and to assist in discovery as needed. Works collaboratively with the Director of Civil Rights and the human resources division on the Equal Employment Opportunity program and all aspects of labor relations, including contract negotiations, labor disputes, arbitration, and mediation; manages the dispute-resolution process. Assists General Counsel in conducting litigation instituted/defended by the corporation or its representatives, manages costs associated with any external litigation/arbitration, and assists the General Counsel in all litigation-related matters, including depositions, discovery conferences, motion practice, etc. Provides legal review for company policies and procedures. Reviews and advises on RFP documents for compliance to FTA procurement regulations. Performs other duties as assigned. Directly supervises one or more employees. Assists General Counsel in interviewing and training employees, addressing complaints and resolving employee issues.

Qualification and Experience

The candidate should have Juris Doctor degree or equivalent. Must have 3-5 years of legal experience in public sector, transit, or labor. Must have Current State of Indiana law licensure. Must have broad legal knowledge, including knowledge of federal, state, and local laws related to public entities. Must have proficiency using a computer, including proficiency with Microsoft Office and the Internet. Strong written and verbal communication skills; strong listening skills is required.

Additional info

Requisition ID : 1121

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