Corporate - Contract Law Attorney in Fort Mill, SC

In-House

Fort Mill, SC

Corporate - Contract Law Attorney in Fort Mill, SC

Attorney

3-7 yrs required

No

Legal Services (CL01)
Fort Mill Office (FM01)
Legal Counsel

Domtar is currently seeking a Legal Counsel in Fort Mill, South Carolina, to provide legal services and advice to the Pulp & Tissue Business Unit. This full-time permanent position offers competitive compensation and a supportive working environment.

Key Responsibilities:

- Provide legal support for procurement and sales matters, including drafting and negotiating agreements
- Manage commercial litigation matters in the United States for the Unit
- Advise on general commercial and bankruptcy matters
- Support group-wide projects such as restructurings and M&A
- Provide legal advice on compliance and policy matters
- Manage trademarks for the Unit and the Paper Excellence Group
- Manage external counsel for litigation

Qualifications:

- Graduate of an accredited law school and admitted to a state bar
- 3-7 years of experience in related areas
- Familiar with trademarks and intellectual property
- Prior in-house experience in the pulp and paper industry preferred

The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills and the ability to explain complex topics to various stakeholders. They must also be comfortable working autonomously, as the majority of the Unit's attorneys are based in Canada. Quarterly travel to Montreal may be required for in-person meetings with Canadian-based attorneys.

Domtar is an equal-opportunity employer and considers all applicants without regard to age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals protected by disability laws.

To apply for this position, please submit your application through our website and you will receive a confirmation email. If selected for an interview, a member of our Human Resources team will contact you. To learn more about our company, visit the Domtar website and follow us on social media.

Key Skills:

- Knowledgeable, experienced, and effective
- Client focused
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to understand and explain complex topics

Minimum Qualifications:

- Law degree from an accredited school and state bar admission
- 3-7 years of related experience
- Familiar with trademarks and intellectual property
- Previous in-house experience in the pulp and paper industry preferred

Domtar, a leading producer of pulp, paper, packaging, tissue, and wood products, is seeking a Legal Counsel to join their team in Fort Mill, South Carolina. In this role, you will provide legal services and advice to the Pulp & Tissue Business Unit, ensuring the protection and advancement of the company's objectives and interests while adhering to all applicable policies, laws, and regulations.

Responsibilities:

- Provide legal support for procurement and sales matters, including drafting and negotiating agreements
- Manage commercial litigation matters in the United States for the Unit
- Advise on general commercial and bankruptcy matters
- Support group-wide projects such as restructurings and M&A
- Provide legal advice on compliance and policy matters
- Manage trademarks for the Unit and the Paper Excellence Group
- Manage external counsel for litigation

Qualifications:

- Law degree from an accredited school and state bar admission
- 3-7 years of related experience
- Familiar with trademarks and intellectual property
- Previous in-house experience in the pulp and paper industry preferred

Key Skills:

- Knowledgeable, experienced, and effective
- Client focused
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to understand and explain complex topics

Domtar is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We offer competitive compensation, a supportive working environment, and opportunities for learning and growth. If you are a talented and hardworking individual with a passion for the pulp and paper industry, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.