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- The successful candidate must be self-motivated and be able to immediately assume an active caseload, working closely with other in-house legal resources, company management, and, in certain matters, outside counsel.
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Litigation Counsel - Westwood, United States - Eversource
Description
Litigation Counsel04/24/2024
Locations:
Westwood, Massachusetts
Role and Scope of Position:
The Litigation Counsel position, which reports to the Assistant General Counsel, Litigation and Dispute Resolution in the Legal Department, involves representation of the Eversource companies in a variety of litigation matters in state and federal court, and in certain state and federal agency proceedings.
Responsibilities will also include advising internal clients on various legal risks; conducting research and preparing related memoranda, providing strategic direction of ongoing and threatened litigation matters, and resolution, either through trial, dispositive motion, or settlement, of claims and litigation against the company.
Essential Functions:
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Worker Type:
Regular
Number of Openings:
1
EEO Statement
Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.
VEVRRA Federal ContractorEmergency Response:
Responding to emergency situations to meet customers' needs is part of every employee's role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment.
This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.
