- Provides legal services and advice, primarily in Illinois, to Exelon Business Units on complex tort and commercial matters and internal investigations, including conducting and supervising large and complex litigation-related assignments; directing internal investigations across Exelon's Business Units; directing outside counsel; and representing Exelon in litigation in state and federal courts and in other relevant forums.
- Provides legal counsel and strategic communication to Business Unit clients and all levels of management regarding litigation, investigations, and other matters.
- Works across the Legal Department and the Company to proactively identify and mitigate litigation and other legal risks.
- Provides lead direction and/or project leadership direction to less experienced attorneys and support staff.
- An LLB or JD from an accredited law school.
- Admitted to practice law in Illinois.
- At least 7-10 years of litigation experience, including experience in handling tort and commercial matters.
- Comprehensive knowledge of relevant state and federal law and of principles, practices, and procedures of the legal field to the completion of complex assignments.
- Superior legal research, analytical, and communication skills.
- Excellent judgment; Ability to work well in ambiguous, challenging, and sensitive situations, and to work independently under time deadlines.
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Assistant General Counsel - Chicago, United States - Exelon
Description
Job DescriptionDescription
We're powering a cleaner, brighter future.
Exelon is leading the energy transformation, and we're calling all problem solvers, innovators, community builders and change makers. Work with us to deliver solutions that make our diverse cities and communities stronger, healthier and more resilient.
We're powered by purpose-driven people like you who believe in being inclusive and creative, and value safety, innovation, integrity and community service.
We are a Fortune 200 company, 19,000 colleagues strong serving more than 10 million customers at six energy companies Atlantic City Electric (ACE), Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE), Commonwealth Edison (ComEd), Delmarva Power & Light (DPL), PECO Energy Company (PECO), and Potomac Electric Power Company (Pepco).
In our relentless pursuit of excellence, we elevate diverse voices, fresh perspectives and bold thinking.And since we know transforming the future of energy is hard work, we provide competitive compensation, incentives, excellent benefits and the opportunity to build a rewarding career.
Are you in?PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION
The Assistant General Counsel - Litigation is a highly experienced litigation attorney who advises and represents the Company, primarily in Illinois, in connection with complex tort and commercial disputes and internal investigations.
The Assistant General Counsel will also work across Exelon's legal department and business units to identify and mitigate the Company's legal risks.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
Performs significant projects and other duties as assigned
JOB SCOPE
Provides legal services, including representing the Company in judicial proceedings, arbitrations, and mediations, and manages relationships and litigation matters with Business Units and outside counsel.
Demonstrates superior business knowledge in portions of the business and industry; anticipates and understands trends in areas of law related to the business; able to think strategically and to work with Business Units to achieve company objectives and manage litigation risks.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience in conducting internal investigations.