Showing posts with label Illinois. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Illinois. Show all posts
Associate in Rooney Rippie & Ratnaswamy LLP
| Company Name | Rooney Rippie & Ratnaswamy LLP |
| Location | Chicago |
| State | IL |
| Job Title | Associate |
| Job Description | New boutique law firm (formed by former partners in large law firms) seeks an associate with litigation experience. Most of the firm’s work involves counseling and litigation relating to electric, natural gas, water, and telecommunications regulation, rates, and facilities (including siting) and to railroads. The firm also handles commercial litigation. Qualifications: The applicant must have 1 to 5 years litigation experience, preferably at least 2 years. The applicant must possess excellent writing skills and strong academic credentials. A background in energy, water, or telecomm regulation is a significant plus, although it is not a requirement. SEEKING: JD Alum, Alum 0-3 yrs exp, Alum 4-6 yrs exp, Bar Passage |
| Firm type | Law Firm |
| Contact Info | Hope Didier , Managing Director |
| 350 W. Hubbard St. | |
| Chicago, IL 60654 | |
| hope.didier@r3law.com | |
| Deadline | 04/30/2010 |
| Source | Law School |
Senior Attorney- Corporate and Acquisitions Law in Walgreens
| Company Name | Walgreens |
| Location | Deerfield |
| State | IL |
| Job Title | Senior Attorney- Corporate and Acquisitions Law |
| Job Description | Job Description Senior Attorney- Corporate and Acquisitions Law ( Job Number: 001495) Description A senior attorney within the Corporate and Acquisitions Law Group will have experience in mergers and acquisitions, joint venture arrangements and corporate financing. The candidate would be primarily involved in the negotiation and drafting of purchase agreements and the due diligence and transactional phase of the acquisition. Qualifications Basic Qualifications: Juris Doctor Degree (JD) 5 years experience in mergers & acquisitions, joint venture arrangements, corporate financing and law. Experience negotiating and drafting purchasing agreements and conducting the due diligence and transactional phase of acquisitions. Experience analyzing acquisition information. Experience working with a team. Preferred: Experience in Corporate Securities Law |
| Firm type | In House |
| Contact Info | Apply Online |
| Source | Firm Website |
SENIOR ATTORNEY, SECURITIES LAW at Deerfield
| Company Name | Walgreens |
| Location | Deerfield |
| State | IL |
| Job Title | SENIOR ATTORNEY, SECURITIES LAW |
| Job Description | Job Description SENIOR ATTORNEY, SECURITIES LAW ( Job Number: 001493) Description The Senior Attorney for Securities Law will have an extensive background in general corporate and securities matters and filings, including SEC and NYSE, proxy preparation, disclosure requirements and corporate governance. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills to present information/results to high levels of management. Qualifications Basic Qualifications: Juris Doctor Degree (JD) 7 years of experience in general corporate and securities matters and filing. Experience with SEC and NYSE filings, proxy preparation, disclosure requirements and corporate governance. Experience presenting information to high levels of management |
| Firm type | In House |
| Contact Info | Apply Online |
| Source | Firm Website |
Field Counsel at Warrenville
| Company Name | Liberty Mutual Insurance Company |
| Location | Warrenville |
| State | IL |
| Job Title | Field Counsel |
| Job Description | Field Counsel-11118 Description Advance your Legal career at Liberty Mutual - A Fortune 100 Company! Liberty Mutual has an exciting opportunity for an attorney. As Field Counsel you will represent the company and its policyholders in matters involving claims for money damages or compensation for personal injury or property damage of a moderate value with moderately complex legal issues. We are seeking an attorney with civil litigation experience to handle civil and workers' compensation litigation in the collar counties and northern Illinois outside of Cook County. Workers' compensation experience a plus, but not required. Responsibilities: * Use Litigation Protocols to develop and revise appropriate legal strategy for discovery, investigation, handling and trial/hearing of cases or matters * Conduct necessary and appropriate discovery, hearings, trials, depositions, oral arguments, mediations, arbitrations and similar proceedings. * Research the law applicable to cases or matters; drafts legal documents, pleadings, motions, briefs and opinions as required. If requested, conduct settlement negotiations. * Advise, communicate and confer with Claims Representatives and Insured Clients, rendering clear, unambiguous legal opinions and advice. Personally meet with, and maintain good relations and communications with Claims Representatives and Insured Clients as required. * Remain current with developments in the law; understand medical, scientific, construction, products, engineering or similar issues and defenses involved with cases or matters. * Prepare and conduct training sessions for Legal, Claims or other departments as required. * Provide daily direction and guidance to junior attorneys. * Understand and creatively use technology; apply technology to the process of law to improve quality and reduce cost. * Act as a team or group leader for an assigned group within the office. * Interface with Home Office Legal department. Qualifications: Case/Matter Experience: 0-5 years of progressively more mature litigation and case handling experience since Bar admission. Sole file responsibility with moderate supervision/ratification. Lawyer must be admitted in Illinois. Client Relations Skills: Lawyer must have solid basic client relations skills. Ability to communicate clearly and earn the trust and confidence of claims personnel is expected. Incumbent needs to quickly develop and then maintain excellent communications and relationships with clients, measured by formal and informal feedback from the claims clients. This position requires a moderate understanding of the insurance industry and Liberty Mutual business. The position requires a committed customer focus in situations where a mid-level of sophistication is acceptable. Supervision of Others/Delegation Skills: Incumbent must demonstrate moderate capabilities in paralegal and support staff supervision for a high volume practice. Operations/Compliance: Moderate ability to understand and establish metrics, willingness to work within existing framework critical; collaboration abilities and aptitudes must be evident. Office Systems and Use of Technology: Incumbent has a high degree of knowledge, comfort and capabilities with use of forms and templates and technology. Case Management: Incumbent is willing to learn and to develop critical litigation and operational skills. This includes ability for ongoing review of case strategy, stages and total management of cost. Reputation in courts, jurisdictional expertise: It is expected that the incumbent will develop this reputation over time Communication: Moderate communication skills and capabilities are very important to the success of this position. Ability to deal constructively with Opposing Counsel is important. Benefits: We recognize that talented people are attracted to companies that provide competitive pay, comprehensive benefits packages and outstanding advancement opportunities. For this reason we offer a Comprehensive Benefits Plan that includes the following: * 401K and Company paid pension plan * Medical coverage * Dental coverage * Paid time-off * Pay-for-Performance * Discounts on automobile and homeowner's insurance * Discount fitness memberships * Flexible spending accounts * Tuition reimbursement * Vision care coverage * Work/Life resources * Accidental death & dismemberment insurance * Credit Union membership * Employee and Dependent life insurance * Disability insurance * Long-term care insurance Overview: We believe strongly that commercial success can be achieved in a manner consistent with principles and ideals that bind us together as one company, that set us apart from our competitors, and that in the end will allow us to say we have succeeded commercially by doing the right thing the right way. We believe that the Company's success is inextricably linked to our employees' satisfaction and success: satisfaction that they work for an industry leader committed to improving safety, satisfaction that they work for a company that does the right thing, and satisfaction that the company will reward them for their contributions and provide opportunities for personal growth and success. We believe our employees take pride in knowing that they help people live safer more secure lives everyday. Responsibility. What's your policy? Job Legal Primary Location US-IL-Warrenville Schedule Full-time Education Level Doctorate Degree (over 19 years) Shift Day Job |
| Firm type | In House |
| Contact Info | Apply Online |
| Source | Firm WebSite |
Field Counsel at Warrenville
| Company Name | Liberty Mutual Insurance Company |
| Location | Warrenville |
| State | IL |
| Job Title | Field Counsel |
| Job Description | Field Counsel-11842 Description Advance your Legal career at Liberty Mutual - A Fortune 100 Company! Liberty Mutual has an exciting opportunity for an attorney. As Field Counsel you will represent the company and its policyholders in matters involving claims for money damages or compensation for personal injury or property damage of a moderate value with moderately complex legal issues. We are seeking an attorney to handle workers' compensation litigation in the collar counties and northern Illinois outside of Cook County. There will be an opportunity to be involved in civil litigation as well. Responsibilities: * Use Litigation Protocols to develop and revise appropriate legal strategy for discovery, investigation, handling and trial/hearing of cases or matters * Conduct necessary and appropriate discovery, hearings, trials, depositions, oral arguments, mediations, arbitrations and similar proceedings. * Research the law applicable to cases or matters; drafts legal documents, pleadings, motions, briefs and opinions as required. If requested, conduct settlement negotiations. * Advise, communicate and confer with Claims Representatives and Insured Clients, rendering clear, unambiguous legal opinions and advice. Personally meet with, and maintain good relations and communications with Claims Representatives and Insured Clients as required. * Remain current with developments in the law; understand medical, scientific, construction, products, engineering or similar issues and defenses involved with cases or matters. * Prepare and conduct training sessions for Legal, Claims or other departments as required. * Provide daily direction and guidance to junior attorneys. * Understand and creatively use technology; apply technology to the process of law to improve quality and reduce cost. * Act as a team or group leader for an assigned group within the office. * Interface with Home Office Legal department. Qualifications: * Case/Matter Experience: 0-5 years of progressively more mature litigation and case handling experience since Bar admission. Sole file responsibility with supervision/ratification. Lawyer must be admitted in Illinois. Client Relations Skills: Lawyer must have solid basic client relations skills. Ability to communicate clearly and earn the trust and confidence of claims personnel is expected. Incumbent needs to quickly develop and then maintain excellent communications and relationships with clients, measured by formal and informal feedback from the claims clients. This position requires a fundamental understanding of the insurance industry and Liberty Mutual business. The position requires a committed customer focus in situations where a modest level of sophistication is acceptable. Supervision of Others/Delegation Skills: Incumbent must demonstrate basic capabilities in paralegal and support staff supervision for a high volume practice. Operations/Compliance: Ability to understand and establish metrics, willingness to work within existing framework critical; collaboration abilities and aptitudes must be evident. Office Systems and Use of Technology: Incumbent has a high degree of knowledge, comfort and capabilities with use of forms and templates and technology. Case Management:: Incumbent is willing to learn and to develop critical litigation and operational skills. This includes ability for ongoing review of case strategy, stages and total matter management of cost. Reputation in courts, jurisdictional expertise: It is expected that the incumbent will develop this reputation over time Communication: Basic communication skills and capabilities are very important to the success of this position. Ability to deal constructively with Opposing Counsel is important. Benefits: We recognize that talented people are attracted to companies that provide competitive pay, comprehensive benefits packages and outstanding advancement opportunities. For this reason we offer a Comprehensive Benefits Plan that includes the following: * 401K and Company paid pension plan * Medical coverage * Dental coverage * Paid time-off * Pay-for-Performance * Discounts on automobile and homeowner's insurance * Discount fitness memberships * Flexible spending accounts * Tuition reimbursement * Vision care coverage * Work/Life resources * Accidental death & dismemberment insurance * Credit Union membership * Employee and Dependent life insurance * Disability insurance * Long-term care insurance Overview: We believe strongly that commercial success can be achieved in a manner consistent with principles and ideals that bind us together as one company, that set us apart from our competitors, and that in the end will allow us to say we have succeeded commercially by doing the right thing the right way. We believe that the Company's success is inextricably linked to our employees' satisfaction and success: satisfaction that they work for an industry leader committed to improving safety, satisfaction that they work for a company that does the right thing, and satisfaction that the company will reward them for their contributions and provide opportunities for personal growth and success. We believe our employees take pride in knowing that they help people live safer more secure lives everyday. Responsibility. What's your policy? Job Legal Primary Location US-IL-Warrenville Schedule Full-time Education Level Doctorate Degree (over 19 years) Shift Day Job |
| Firm type | In House |
| Contact Info | Apply Online |
| Source | Firm WebSite |
Field Counsel at Chicago
| Company Name | Liberty Mutual Insurance Company |
| Location | Chicago |
| State | IL |
| Job Title | Field Counsel |
| Job Description | Field Counsel-12508 Description Advance your Legal career at Liberty Mutual - A Fortune 100 Company! Liberty Mutual has an exciting opportunity for an attorney. As a Field Counsel you will represent the company and its policyholders in civil litigation and workers' compensation matters involving claims for money damages or compensation for personal injury or property damage of a moderate value with moderately complex legal issues. Responsibilities: * Use Litigation Protocols to develop and revise appropriate legal strategy for discovery, investigation, handling and trial/hearing of cases or matters * Conduct necessary and appropriate discovery, hearings, trials, depositions, oral arguments, mediations, arbitrations and similar proceedings. * Research the law applicable to cases or matters; drafts legal documents, pleadings, motions, briefs and opinions as required. If requested, conduct settlement negotiations. * Advise, communicate and confer with Claims Representatives and Insured Clients, rendering clear, unambiguous legal opinions and advice. Personally meet with, and maintain good relations and communications with Claims Representatives and Insured Clients as required. * Remain current with developments in the law; understand medical, scientific, construction, products, engineering or similar issues and defenses involved with cases or matters. * Prepare and conduct training sessions for Legal, Claims or other departments as required. * Provide daily direction and guidance to junior attorneys. * Understand and creatively use technology; apply technology to the process of law to improve quality and reduce cost. * Act as a team or group leader for an assigned group within the office. * Interface with Home Office Legal department. Qualifications: Case/Matter Experience: 0-5 years of progressively more mature litigation and case handling experience since Bar admission. Sole file responsibility with moderate supervision/ratification. Lawyer must be admitted in Illinois. Client Relations Skills: Lawyer must have solid basic client relations skills. Ability to communicate clearly and earn the trust and confidence of claims personnel is expected. Incumbent needs to quickly develop and then maintain excellent communications and relationships with clients, measured by formal and informal feedback from the claims clients. This position requires a moderate understanding of the insurance industry and Liberty Mutual business. The position requires a committed customer focus in situations where a mid-level of sophistication is acceptable. Supervision of Others/Delegation Skills: Incumbent must demonstrate moderate capabilities in paralegal and support staff supervision for a high volume practice. Operations/Compliance: Moderate ability to understand and establish metrics, willingness to work within existing framework critical; collaboration abilities and aptitudes must be evident. Office Systems and Use of Technology: Incumbent has a high degree of knowledge, comfort and capabilities with use of forms and templates and technology. Case Management: Incumbent is willing to learn and to develop critical litigation and operational skills. This includes ability for ongoing review of case strategy, stages and total management of cost. Reputation in courts, jurisdictional expertise: It is expected that the incumbent will develop this reputation over time. Communication: Moderate communication skills and capabilities are very important to the success of this position. Ability to deal constructively with Opposing Counsel is important. Benefits: We recognize that talented people are attracted to companies that provide competitive pay, comprehensive benefits packages and outstanding advancement opportunities. For this reason we offer a Comprehensive Benefits Plan that includes the following: * 401K and Company paid pension plan * Medical coverage * Dental coverage * Paid time-off * Pay-for-Performance * Discounts on automobile and homeowner's insurance * Discount fitness memberships * Flexible spending accounts * Tuition reimbursement * Vision care coverage * Work/Life resources * Accidental death & dismemberment insurance * Credit Union membership * Employee and Dependent life insurance * Disability insurance * Long-term care insurance Overview: We believe strongly that commercial success can be achieved in a manner consistent with principles and ideals that bind us together as one company, that set us apart from our competitors, and that in the end will allow us to say we have succeeded commercially by doing the right thing the right way. We believe that the Company's success is inextricably linked to our employees' satisfaction and success: satisfaction that they work for an industry leader committed to improving safety, satisfaction that they work for a company that does the right thing, and satisfaction that the company will reward them for their contributions and provide opportunities for personal growth and success. We believe our employees take pride in knowing that they help people live safer more secure lives everyday. Responsibility. What's your policy? Job Legal Primary Location US-IL-Chicago Schedule Full-time Education Level Doctorate Degree (over 19 years) Shift Day Job |
| Firm type | In House |
| Contact Info | Apply Online |
| Source | Firm WebSite |
Field Counsel at Chicago
| Company Name | Liberty Mutual Insurance Company |
| Location | Chicago |
| State | IL |
| Job Title | Field Counsel |
| Job Description | Field Counsel-12172 Description Advance your Legal career at Liberty Mutual - A Fortune 100 Company! Liberty Mutual has an exciting opportunity for an attorney. As a Field Counsel you will represent the company and its policyholders in civil litigation matters involving claims for money damages or compensation for personal injury or property damage of a moderate value with moderately complex legal issues. Responsibilities: * Use Litigation Protocols to develop and revise appropriate legal strategy for discovery, investigation, handling and trial/hearing of cases or matters * Conduct necessary and appropriate discovery, hearings, trials, depositions, oral arguments, mediations, arbitrations and similar proceedings. * Research the law applicable to cases or matters; drafts legal documents, pleadings, motions, briefs and opinions as required. If requested, conduct settlement negotiations. * Advise, communicate and confer with Claims Representatives and Insured Clients, rendering clear, unambiguous legal opinions and advice. Personally meet with, and maintain good relations and communications with Claims Representatives and Insured Clients as required. * Remain current with developments in the law; understand medical, scientific, construction, products, engineering or similar issues and defenses involved with cases or matters. * Prepare and conduct training sessions for Legal, Claims or other departments as required. * Provide daily direction and guidance to junior attorneys. * Understand and creatively use technology; apply technology to the process of law to improve quality and reduce cost. * Act as a team or group leader for an assigned group within the office. * Interface with Home Office Legal department. Qualifications: Case/Matter Experience: 10+ years of progressively more mature litigation and case handling experience since Bar admission. Sole file responsibility with moderate supervision/ratification. Lawyer must be admitted in Illinois. Client Relations Skills: Lawyer must have solid basic client relations skills. Ability to communicate clearly and earn the trust and confidence of claims personnel is expected. Incumbent needs to quickly develop and then maintain excellent communications and relationships with clients, measured by formal and informal feedback from the claims clients. This position requires a moderate understanding of the insurance industry and Liberty Mutual business. The position requires a committed customer focus in situations where a mid-level of sophistication is acceptable. Supervision of Others/Delegation Skills: Incumbent must demonstrate moderate capabilities in paralegal and support staff supervision for a high volume practice. Operations/Compliance: Moderate ability to understand and establish metrics, willingness to work within existing framework critical; collaboration abilities and aptitudes must be evident. Office Systems and Use of Technology: Incumbent has a high degree of knowledge, comfort and capabilities with use of forms and templates and technology. Case Management: Incumbent is willing to learn and to develop critical litigation and operational skills. This includes ability for ongoing review of case strategy, stages and total management of cost. Reputation in courts, jurisdictional expertise: It is expected that the incumbent will develop this reputation over time. Communication: Moderate communication skills and capabilities are very important to the success of this position. Ability to deal constructively with Opposing Counsel is important. Benefits: We recognize that talented people are attracted to companies that provide competitive pay, comprehensive benefits packages and outstanding advancement opportunities. For this reason we offer a Comprehensive Benefits Plan that includes the following: * 401K and Company paid pension plan * Medical coverage * Dental coverage * Paid time-off * Pay-for-Performance * Discounts on automobile and homeowner's insurance * Discount fitness memberships * Flexible spending accounts * Tuition reimbursement * Vision care coverage * Work/Life resources * Accidental death & dismemberment insurance * Credit Union membership * Employee and Dependent life insurance * Disability insurance * Long-term care insurance Overview: We believe strongly that commercial success can be achieved in a manner consistent with principles and ideals that bind us together as one company, that set us apart from our competitors, and that in the end will allow us to say we have succeeded commercially by doing the right thing the right way. We believe that the Company's success is inextricably linked to our employees' satisfaction and success: satisfaction that they work for an industry leader committed to improving safety, satisfaction that they work for a company that does the right thing, and satisfaction that the company will reward them for their contributions and provide opportunities for personal growth and success. We believe our employees take pride in knowing that they help people live safer more secure lives everyday. Responsibility. What's your policy? Job Legal Primary Location US-IL-Chicago Schedule Full-time Education Level Doctorate Degree (over 19 years) Shift Day Job |
| Firm type | In House |
| Contact Info | Apply Online |
| Source | Firm WebSite |
Attorney in Law Office Manuel Solis, PC
| Company Name | Law Office Manuel Solis, PC |
| Location | Cicero |
| State | IL |
| Job Title | Attorney |
| Job Description | Looking for a bilingual attorney (English and Spanish) interested in working in the court room and trying cases, primarily in the area of criminal defense but with an opportunity to learn other areas of the law, such as immigration law, personal injury law and family law. There is an opportunity to gain real court-room trial experience in everything from small misdemeanor to substantial felony cases. One to three years experience in criminal defense and or criminal prosecution is preferred. Experience as a 711 law student working with the State's Attorney or Public Defender is also a plus. Candidate must enjoy working with people, be self motivated, have an automobile and be willing to work long hours in a friendly work environment. A great opportunity for the right candidate interested in obtaining trial skills. Immediate opening available. Please send resume and cover letter to ALFink29@ sbcglobal.net Please put “resume” in the subject line. |
| Firm type | Law Firm |
| Contact Info | ALFink29@sbcglobal.net |
| Source | monster.com |
Senior Counsel, Clinical Data Services
| Company Name | GE Technology Infrastructure - Healthcare |
| Location | Barrington |
| State | IL |
| Job Title | Senior Counsel, Clinical Data Services |
| Job Description | Job Number: 1155581 Date Posted: 13 March 2010 Function: Legal - Trading Business: GE Technology Infrastructure - Healthcare Career Level: Experienced Location: Barrington, Illinois, United States About Us GE Healthcare provides transformational medical technologies that are shaping a new age of patient care. GE Healthcare's expertise in medical imaging and information technologies, medical diagnostics, patient monitoring and life support systems, disease research, drug discovery, and biopharmaceutical manufacturing technologies is helping physicians detect disease earlier and to tailor personalized treatments for patients.GE Healthcare offers a broad range of products and services that are improving productivity in healthcare and enhancing patient care by enabling healthcare providers to better diagnose and treat cancer, heart disease, neurological diseases, and other conditions. Headquartered in the United Kingdom, GE Healthcare is a $17 billion unit of General Electric Company (NYSE: GE). Worldwide, GE Healthcare employs more than 46,000 people committed to serving healthcare professionals and their patients in more than 100 countries. GE is an equal opportunity employer. Role Summary/Purpose This position will be a key member of the executive management team for the Clinical Data Services business. This key role will be responsible for providing strategic legal support related to this dynamic business segment of GE Healthcare IT, Clinical Business Solutions. The person in this role will be expected to be a core team member in an innovative growth business, leveraging compliance and legal efforts to support and drive growth. Essential Responsibilities This position will work closely with the business team to develop legal templates and processes for new business and commercial models, working with the business to translate new Healthcare IT legislation and regulations into market leading business models, and structuring, negotiating and closing of highly structured commercial alliances with key strategic partners and customers to achieve key business objectives. Additional responsibilities will include: the structuring, negotiating and closing of high stakes development , analytics and licensing deals, data hosting arrangements, global ventures, advising on cutting edge legal issues being raised by the acquisition and use of clinical data and electronic medical records in a regulated environment, advising the business on regulatory, privacy, data security, antitrust, intellectual property and advertising/promotional matters, supply chain matters, assisting the business in structuring partner programs and defining legal strategies and policy for exciting novel legal issues being raised by the use of financial and clinical data . We are looking for this key member of the business to join our team in either our Barrington, IL, Boston, MA, Charlotte, NC or Princeton, NJ offices. The position will report to the General Counsel of GE Healthcare IT. Qualifications/Requirements 1. JD (or equivalent) from top law school * Active bar membership * Minimum 7 years of business law experience at a premier law firm or corporate legal department, including but not limited to high impact commercial transactions (i.e. purchase, sale and distribution agreements) * Previous experience in healthcare industry transactions and regulations (Anti-Kickback, HIPAA and Medical Device or Pharma) * Demonstrated experience providing legal advice in a highly regulated environment * Experience related to data privacy, clinical trials, and healthcare data informatics including secondary use of data and compliance and research policy development * You must be willing to submit to a background investigation, including for example, verification of past employment, criminal history, and educational background * You must be willing to take a drug test * You must be legally authorized to work in the United States at our office located in either Barrington, IL, Boston, MA, Charlotte, NC or Princeton, NJ offices. GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. Desired Characteristics 1. Previous pharmaceutical industry experience, minimum 3 years * CRO industry or other non-clinical trial research experienc * Previous FDA or HIPAA experience. * Outstanding interpersonal skills and ability to communicate at all levels of the organization (including our field sales force and GEHC's customers' senior leadership teams). * Ability to function as an integral member of both the GE Healthcare Clinical Data Services leadership team and the GEHC Global Legal function, as well as effectively leverage outside counsel * Ability to work well independently and in a team setting, and should possess superior analytical and drafting skills, the ability to identify and resolve legal issues quickly and effectively and to make on the spot risk calls * Ability to prioritize conflicting demands from multiple business clients in an extremely fast paced environment * Ability to oversee outside counsel when brought in to assist * Experience drafting, negotiating and closing complex business transactions. * Experience providing legal advice in a highly regulated environment. * Experience providing legal advice regarding novel and unprecedented legal issues in emerging healthcare market segments. |
| Firm type | In House |
| Contact Info | Apply Online |
| Source | Firm Website |
Senior Counsel - Commercial
| Company Name | GE Capital - Americas |
| Location | Schaumburg |
| State | IL |
| Job Title | Senior Counsel - Commercial |
| Job Description | Job Number: 1160722 Date Posted: 26 March 2010 Function: Legal - Trading Business: GE Capital - Americas Career Level: Experienced Location: Schaumburg, Illinois, United States Role Summary/Purpose Responsible for providing premier legal services to the Transportation Finance business.Structure, negotiate and close financing and lease transactions for all types of collateral including medium and heavy duty trucks. Assume a leading role in the development and organization of tools, processes and programs to create a more efficient deal environment. Work with other GE Capital Americas businesses and functions as required. Essential Responsibilities The individual will be an integral part of the business segment leadership team and Legal staff and will be responsible for delivering premier legal services to the business and outside counsel. The attorney accepting this position will have responsibility for: * Advising business management teams on a wide variety of legal issues related to corporate, compliance, business, deal structuring, acquisition transactions and employment matters. * Advising on business related regulatory issues and compliance matters. * Supervising litigation. * Assist managers in both market and product development. Qualifications/Requirements Basic Qualifications: * Bachelors Degree, J.D., with 7+ years experience in commercial and corporate lending. * Demonstrated leadership skills. * Able to work well independently or with a group. * Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills and the ability to identify and prioritize issues and devise solutions. Eligibility Requirements: * Must be a member in good standing of one or more state bars or the D.C. bar * Must submit resume through www.gecareers.com to be considered for this job opening. * Must have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States. * Must be willing to comply with pre-employment screening, including but not limited to, drug testing, reference verification and background check. * Must be willing to travel up to 25% of time GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. Desired Characteristics * Experience in the following areas is desirable: * Compliance & Regulatory matters, * Acquisition & Integration, * Litigation management. |
| Firm type | In House |
| Contact Info | Apply Online |
| Source | Firm Website |
Litigation/Energy Of Counsel at Chicago
| Company Name | DLA Piper |
| Location | Chicago |
| State | IL |
| Job Title | Litigation/Energy Of Counsel |
| Job Description | There is one (1) position available for an Of Counsel attorney in the Energy practice of our Litigation group. The preferred candidate will have at least 4-5 years of energy practice experience, significant state and federal regulatory litigation experience, and significant energy industry transactional experience. Combined energy and environmental experience would be of particular benefit, particularly in the areas of natural resources and energy regulation, generation, transportation and refining. Top academics and large law firm experience are desirable. It is preferred that applicants be licensed to practice in Illinois. |
| Firm type | Law Firm |
| Contact Info | Anne Gatchel |
| 203 North LaSalle Street, Suite 1900 | |
| Chicago, Illinois 60601-1293 | |
| United States Fax: (312) 236-7516 | |
| anne.gatchel@dlapiper.com | |
| Source | Firm Web Site |
