Senior Counsel

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• J.D. from an accredited law school

• Licensed and in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar

• At least seven (7) years of legal experience either at a reputable law firm or in-house

• Experience with drafting legal documents and negotiating contracts

• Prior litigation / arbitration experience a plus

• Legal experience in one of the following disciplines strongly preferred: construction, real estate, commercial / corporate transactions

• Proficient in utilizing legal research databases

• Excellent writing and reading comprehension skills

• Ability to organize, assess, and prioritize multiple tasks, projects, and demands, and to work independently

• Possesses decision-making, research, and analytical problem-solving skills with a high level of understanding of industry standards and company needs and risk tolerance

ESSENTIAL DUTIES + RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Contract Review and Negotiation: Reviews and negotiates both corporate and project-specific contract with deep understanding of business and legal needs and risks

• Legal Document Drafting: Drafts legal documents for corporate use

• Compliance Monitoring: Interprets laws, rulings, and regulations for their implications and applicability to corporate matters

• Legal Support: Advises management on legal aspects of business transactions and providing counsel to management

• Legal Research and Investigation: Researches laws, articles, and past judicial decisions, and investigates facts for disputes and cases

• Process Administration: Collects, reviews and produces documents related to formal requests (subpoenas, garnishments, etc.)

• Dispute Resolution: Administers, manages and resolves claims and disputes

• Educational Materials: Creates and implements educational materials on legal issues for various departments

• Coordination With Outside Counsel: Coordinates with outside counsel resources on a case-by-case basis

• Best Practices: Participates in company committees to develop and implement organizational goals

• Team Collaboration: Works effectively within their own team and across the organization, promoting a team atmosphere and culture

DAVIS CORE VALUES:

• TRUST

• Excellence in Service – Fulfilling our clients’ highest expectations

• Inclusion – Ensuring a culture of respect and acceptance, where all employees have a sense of purpose and belonging

• Integrity – Exhibiting honesty and fairness while holding ourselves accountable for our actions

• Building Relationships – Creating and maintaining strong partnerships through leadership, creative solutions and hard work