Corporate Litigation Counsel - Blue Springs
2 days ago
Job description
Fike Corporation, a rapidly growing international manufacturer of pressure relief, explosion protection, fire suppression and detection equipment, has an opportunity for a Corporate Litigaiton Counsel position.
Fike is a privately held business located in Blue Springs, MO with over 400 employees locally & over 1,200 employees worldwide.
Job Summary
Provides legal counsel regarding dispute resolution to all levels of management of the Corporation and its subsidiaries, manage the company's insurance claims, including property, casualty, liability, workers' compensation, and other insurance policies.
Act as the key liaison between the company and its insurance claim adjusters, and outside litigation counsel for all matters, including employment disputes, negligence and product liability claims, contract disputes, and other claims.
Ensure compliance and protect against legal liability. Holds legal expertise in employment law, EEOC, FLSA, product liability matters, contract law, and corporate law. Provides leadership and complex legal analysis to all corporate clients.Primary Responsibilities
Provides advice on legal issues regarding all dispute resolution, litigation, product and services liability matters to all levels of management of the parent Corporation, US and international subsidiaries.
Monitor the progress of litigation cases and ensure alignment with the company's strategic objectives and legal budget.
Conducts research, interviews witnesses and other details in preparation for litigation and trial proceedings.
Reviews and interprets legislation regarding employment law and commercial litigation.
Identifies potential legal issues related to business practices and policies and advises management.
Advises the Company's Commercial Representatives, Human Resources and Senior Management on employee/labor law, employee relations and litigation, employment contracts, non-compete agreements, compensation and benefit plan issues, FLSA matters and equal employment opportunity issues.
Coordinates and manages outside defense counsel on EEOC, ADEA, and ADA matters brought against the company, and responds to administrative requests, drafts and/or reviews settlement and release from liability agreements.
Assures that Human Resource policies comply with legal requirements.From time to time, gathers evidence to assist outside counsel in formulating defenses or initiating legal action on issues regarding commercial transactions, marketing or the protecting the company's proprietary information and intellectual property rights.
Confers with and manages outside legal counsel with a specialty in areas of the law to establish and verify the basis for legal proceedings.
Drafts and reviews a wide range of legal documents, including employment agreements (U.S./International), general business contracts, consulting agreements, risk management and insurance policies.
Performs related duties as assigned. Regular and consistent attendance is required.Essential Skills
Subject Matter Expertise. Analytical. Records Management. Computer Applications. Presentation. Business Acumen. Research. Project Management. Delegation. Critical Thinking. Problem Solving. Decision Making. Relationship Building. Change Management.
Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the environment is general office work and the employee is regularly required to walk, talk, hear, see, sit and use hands.
Job Qualifications
Required:
Juris Doctorate from accredited law school. Eight or more years of diverse dispute resolution legal services in a corporate environment. Ability to clearly translate into lay terms and effectively communicate the legal conditions, which affect business opportunities and problems. Membership in the state bar as an attorney qualified to practice law in the state of Missouri. Ability to use Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite software applications.
Preferred:
Exposure to a manufacturing organization with multiple sites, domestic and international subsidiaries. Familiarity with contract lifecycle management ("CLM") software applications.
Compensation:
The pay range for this position is $132,766 to $165,981 a year . May increase depending on the level of experience of the candidate.
Working at Fike
At Fike, our people are our strength.
In order to fulfill our greatest potential, we are committed to attracting, growing and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce.
Better, Together as OneFike Plus, at Fike, we offer benefits and perks to help make you smile and feel like family.
Check Out Our Competitive Benefits Package Which IncludesThree Weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) pro-rated the first year & Paid Holidays
Medical Plans with FSA & HSA, Vision & Dental Plan
Paid Life and Long-term Disability Insurance
401(k) and Roth 401(k) Plan with Company Match Fully Vested on Day One
Profit Sharing Bonus Program
Education Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
On-Site Fitness Center & Award Winning Wellness Program
Reimbursement for Safety Shoes & Glasses
Service awards & Recognition Program
Company Picnic, Quarterly Events and Holiday Lunch
Free Coffee/Tea, Lunch Utensils, Lunch Room Mini-mart, Free Parking
Refer to Req ID 3353. Please visit our website at to fill out an application.
Fike is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Similar jobs
Fike Corporation, a rapidly growing international manufacturer of pressure relief, explosion protection, fire suppression and detection equipment, has an opportunity for a Corporate Litigaiton Counsel position. Fike is a privately held business located in Blue Springs, MO with ov ...
2 days ago
Focused on employment and labor law since 1958. · ...
1 month ago
Seyferth Blumenthal & Harris LLC is seeking a litigation associate or Of Counsel attorney to join its team of elite trial lawyers representing businesses, governmental entities, educational organizations and insurers in high-profile employment, commercial litigation and insurance ...
4 weeks ago
Lauber Municipal Law, LLC is seeking a qualified Associate Attorney to join our Lee's Summit, Missouri team. · ...
1 month ago
We are looking for a skilled and strategic Family Law Attorney to join our high-performance legal team. · ...
1 month ago
This is an on-site role where you won't be stuck behind the scenes — this paralegal will actively support cases through trial and work closely with attorneys who truly value their staff. · This is a great opportunity for a litigation paralegal who wants hands-on experience, bette ...
1 month ago
Humphrey Farrington & McClain is seeking an experienced Trial Paralegal to join their team. The ideal candidate will take initiative and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. · ...
1 month ago
The manager of emergency medical services (EMS) is responsible for the overall direction of EMS operations. They meet financial objectives and support business goals by managing daily billing and coding, scheduling ambulance operations, training Quality Assurance/Quality Improvem ...
2 weeks ago
We are seeking dynamic attorneys to join our team at Stange Law Firm in Lee's Summit MO. · ...
1 month ago
Are you a legal professional with a passion for Family Law? Stange Law Firm is accepting resumes only for dynamic, highly motivated attorneys to join the team that provides strategic legal support and guidance. · ...
2 weeks ago
The Security EMT Manager is responsible for the overall direction of the Public Safety area including emergency medical services (EMS), security, · community transportation and communication dispatching services. · ...
3 weeks ago
The manager of public safety supervises security EMTs dispatchers drivers ensuring internal external customer satisfaction developing retaining profitable market share increasing non-acquisition growth. · Bachelor’s degree in business management or a related field preferred. · 3 ...
2 weeks ago
The Director of Public Safety is responsible for the overall direction of the Public Safety area, including emergency medical services (EMS), security, transportation, dispatch services and emergency management. · Develops and manages budget processes for department. · Negotiates ...
1 month ago
We are seeking an accomplished Senior Attorney with a strong background in personal injury auto accident litigation to take on a foundational leadership role in our growing practice. · ...
1 week ago
SAKG is a boutique law firm seeking a senior associate attorney with experience in litigation matters involving medical malpractice or personal injury. · ...
1 month ago
We are seeking a Litigation Counsel to join a highly experienced in-house legal team supporting a leading U.S. industrial and aerospace organization. · Candidates must bring strength in one of the following core areas: Product liability litigation, or Complex commercial/business ...
1 month ago
The Kansas City, MO office of Lewis Brisbois, a full-service AmLaw 100 firm, is actively seeking an attorney to join its Labor & Employment Practice. · The ideal candidate will be admitted to practice in Missouri and have at least three (3) to fifteen (15) years of experience in ...
2 days ago
The Kansas City, MO office of Lewis Brisbois, a full-service AmLaw 100 firm, is actively seeking an attorney to join its Labor & Employment Practice. · ...
2 weeks ago
Overview · The Kansas City, MO office of Lewis Brisbois, a full-service AmLaw 100 firm, is actively seeking an attorney to join its Labor & Employment Practice. · The ideal candidate will be admitted to practice in Missouri and have at least three (3) to fifteen (15) years of ex ...
2 days ago
Provides scientific and technical review and analysis of information. · ...
1 month ago