Corporate/Litigation Senior Attorney - Melville, NY, United States - Leviton

Description

At Leviton, we build what's next to light, power, and connect everyday spaces, from electrical to lighting, to data networks, and energy management.

With over 115 years of history, Leviton develops thoughtful solutions that help make its customers' lives easier, safer, more efficient, and more productive.

We recognize that our people are our greatest asset. This position is for a transactional attorney with strong commercial and some corporate law background.

assist with some compliance matters; and support the company's mergers and acquisition activity, including managing and conducting due diligence, contract review and negotiation, and provide contract training to business associates throughout the organization.

Prepare and/or reviews contracts involving various substantive areas of law: including, but not limited to, commercial, real estate, compliance, licensing and employment
Provide corporate governance advice to the organization, including preparation of policies.
Enhance the effectiveness of the legal department through the participation in staff meetings', training, and the positive interaction with internal and external clients
Responsible for foreseeing and protecting the company against legal risks
Provide support in non-transactional legal matters, as needed

Must be able to read, analyze and interpret complex documents
Second Language, Spanish and / or Mandarin is a plus

Must be a graduate of an accredited law school
~ 5 to 10 years' of experience in a corporate or law firm setting; Must have experience with commercial, real estate, contract and corporate law
~ Travel
~ Medical, dental, and vision insurance programs
~Tuition reimbursement
~ Paid holidays
~ All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.