Senior Litigation Counsel

About Atlas

Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services; we provide services that enable communities to flourish and thrive. With a team of 3,500 employees and offices throughout the US, we combine local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver solutions to both public and private clients. Our services help improve the quality of life in the communities where we live and work. We always aim for smart, safe, and sustainable results. At Atlas we understand that our future is everyone’s responsibility, and we create a better experience at every stage of a project.

Job Description

Atlas is looking for someone to join our Legal Team as Senior Litigation Counsel (Engineering / Construction) to be located in one of our hub offices or in a remote location. The Senior Litigation Counsel (Engineering / Construction) will be responsible for managing litigation and advising internal stakeholders as to legal risks and liabilities associated with litigation, claims, and some employment law matters.

Core Responsibilities

• Be a valued and trusted member of the Atlas Legal Department.
• Primarily responsible for overseeing and managing all phases of complex engineering, construction, commercial, employment, and certain personal injury/auto/property damage litigation and claims, including early dispute resolution, discovery, motions, trial preparation, and post-trial matters.
• Act as the point of contact for litigation, claims, and employment law matters, partnering and coordinating with other members of the Legal Department and the Company.
• Engage, manage, and work directly with outside counsel on litigation matters, including selecting and coordinating with outside counsel, managing legal budgets, and driving case strategy.
• Draft, review, and negotiate pleadings, motions, settlement agreements, and other case documents.
• Conduct internal investigations, perform legal research, issue and manage litigation holds, manage third party subpoenas, and manage the discovery process, including the production of documents, deposition preparation, and responding to discovery requests.
• Communicate routinely and work directly with insurance companies in the handling of litigation matters.
• Advise the Company, with the assistance of outside counsel as necessary, on employment related issues and obligations, including internal disputes, wage and hour compliance, and development of HR policies.
• Support the health & safety team with OSHA and other regulatory and policy matters, working with outside counsel as necessary.
• Deliver practical, business-oriented legal advice with a focus on meeting the Company goals in a legally compliant manner.
• Collaborate with other members of the Legal Team to continuously improve the Legal Team’s processes and operations.
• Assist and support other members of the Legal Department as needed.

You’ll thrive here if you have

• 8+ years of litigation experience, with a minimum of 3 to 5 years of engineering/construction industry experience required.
• Experience in employment law and advising on employment related issues is a plus.
• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and admission to a State Bar.
• Significant experience managing or litigating complex cases in state and/or federal court.
• Both in-house and law firm experience preferred but not necessary.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Team player with a positive attitude who enjoys collaborating with others.
• Ability to manage a large, fast-paced, and dynamic workload with little supervision.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong client-service mentality and excellent work ethic.
• Excellent organizational skills, time management skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment.
• Willingness to travel when needed.

What you can expect from us

The A-Team Experience is our employee program focused on helping our people thrive professionally, personally and as part of a community. We trust our people to do great work and live fulfilling lives, and we provide resources that care for our people, both at work and in life:

• Health & Wellness: We offer medical, dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee-only medical coverage.

• Time Off & Family Support: We offer vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL) and paid parental leave

• Retirement: We help employees plan for the future with a 401(k) and company match.

• Insurance: To provide protection and peace of mind, we offer Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) and Disability insurance.

• Safety Program: We are committed to safety as part of our ‘quality of life’ core value, and we provide approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.

• Learning & Development: We provide clear career paths, learning resources and development programs allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company. We offer internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement.

• Belonging: We support Employee Communities (ECs), voluntary, employee-led groups that create connections, belonging and shared purposes.

• Flexibility: May vary by project demands and regional workloads, but we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to help employees manage their personal and professional responsibilities.

Our people and our culture are central to our work. Our values bring us together, create a sense of belonging and give us purpose. They guide how we make decisions, how we work as a team and how we serve our clients.

• Life: We enhance the quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.

• Heart: As our hallmark, we act with compassion, empathy, and respect.

• Trust: We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.

• Mastery: Always striving for the highest quality, greatness inspires our work.

About the Job

• Career Level: Senior
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Compensation: $175,000 - $200,000 annual salary
  The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the state’s law. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.

EEO Statement

Atlas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to race (including hairstyles, hair texture, hair type, or hair length commonly or historically associated with race), ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions or requests for pregnancy disability leave and/or family care leave), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, primary language, crime victim status, criminal conviction history, uniformed service member or veteran status, marital status, age, genetic information, disability or protected medical condition, genetics, political affiliation or activities, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Notice to Third Party Agencies

Please note that Atlas Technical Consultants does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Atlas will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Atlas explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Atlas.

Ready to build a career to be proud of? Join the A-Team today!

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