Assistant General Counsel - Litigation (Hybrid)

Transmission & Distribution World

Newark, DE

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Attorney, Budgeting, Communication Skills, Community and Social Services, Federal Laws and Regulations, Fitness, Leadership, Legal, Legal Research, Legal Support Skills, Litigation, Materials Analysis, Natural Gas, Relationship Management, Risk Management, Safety/Work Safety, State Laws and Regulations, Time Management, Tuition Reimbursement
LOCATION
Newark, DE
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OverviewExelon is leading the energy transformation. We are a Fortune 200 company with a diverse set of utilities and a commitment to inclusive, purpose-driven work and strong safety, innovation, integrity and community service.The Assistant General Counsel – Litigation is a highly experienced litigation attorney who advises and represents the Company, primarily in Delaware. The role works across Exelon's legal department and business units to identify and mitigate Company legal risks, with a focus on matters related to Delmarva Power & Light.ResponsibilitiesProvides legal services and advice, primarily in Delaware, to Exelon Business Units on complex tort and commercial matters and internal investigations, including representing Exelon and Delmarva Power & Light in litigation in federal courts and Delaware's Court of Chancery, Superior Court, Court of Common Pleas, and Justice of the Peace Court, and in other relevant forums; directs outside counsel; conducts and supervises large and complex litigation-related assignments; and directs internal investigations across Exelon's Business Units. 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.Prepares, and revises as necessary, budgets and early matter assessments for all matters involving outside counsel.Provides lead direction and/or project leadership direction to less experienced attorneys and support staff.Projects / duties as assigned.Job ScopeProvides 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 QualificationsAn LLB or JD from an accredited law school and be licensed to practice law in Delaware.At least 7 to 10 years of professional experience in a specialized area of law.Possesses and applies a comprehensive knowledge of principles, practices and procedures of the legal field to the completion of complex assignments.Requires excellent legal research, analytical abilities and ongoing knowledge of federal or state law.Must have the ability to communicate clearly – both orally and in writing; to read and analyze legal materials and other data; to work in stressful conditions under time deadlines.Preferred QualificationsKnowledge of legal issues affecting electric and natural gas utilities.Ability to learn, adopt, and leverage AI-enabled tools to support research, drafting, and analysis while applying sound professional judgment.BenefitsAnnual salary will vary based on a candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors: $167,200.00/Yr. – $229,900.00/Yr.Annual Bonus for eligible positions: 20@1(k) match and annual company contributionMedical, dental and vision insuranceLife and disability insuranceGenerous paid time off options, including vacation, sick time, floating and fixed holidays, maternity leave and bonding/primary caregiver leave or parental leaveEmployee Assistance Program and resources for mental and emotional supportWellbeing programs such as tuition reimbursement, adoption and surrogacy assistance and fitness reimbursementReferral bonus programAnd much more#J-18808-Ljbffr

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