Senior Corporate Counsel - Litigation

Job Description

This role will contribute to our growing in-house legal team and work on complex issues in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. This position reports to the Deputy General Counsel – Litigation, Employment & Legal Operations and will be part of an active and collaborative team of attorneys and paralegals. The Senior Corporate Counsel – Litigation will provide legal advice to internal clients, supervise/manage litigation matters, and serve as a resource for the organization on complex legal issues.

Company Overview: Envision Healthcare is a leading national medical group focused on delivering high-quality care to patients when and where they need it most. You’ll find clinicians and clinical support professionals across the nation who are proud to call Envision home. We welcome teammates of every background and work in communities that reflect the racial, ethnic, gender, sexual orientation, and economic diversity of our country.

Benefits: At Envision Healthcare, we offer benefits at the speed of your life. Our wide range of health and welfare benefits allow you to choose the right ones for you and your family. Best of all, qualifying employees are eligible to enroll from day one, so you can rest easy knowing you and your loved ones are protected. Envision Healthcare offers a variety of health and welfare benefit options to help protect your health and promote your wellbeing. The benefits offered include but not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA, Limited Healthcare FSA, FSAs for Transportation and Parking & HSAs.

Paid Time Off: Envision Healthcare offers paid time off, 9 observed holidays and paid family leave. You accrue Paid Time Off (PTO) each pay period and depending on your position and can earn a minimum of 20 days and up to 25 days per calendar year.

Responsibilities

• Provide management and supervision of outside counsel on complex commercial litigation matters, including determination of negotiation and settlement strategy
• Develop strategy and tactics for complex, high-profile litigation, disputes and investigations
• Review and analyze all discovery responses, pleadings and determine appropriate corporate representatives in connection with litigation matters
• Analyze and provide risk assessment for litigation matters
• Manage budgets for litigation matters and related projects to incentivize cost savings and promote alternative fee arrangements
• Assist in the representation of Envision and its affiliates in formal and informal dispute resolution processes and mediation, as well as administrative proceedings before governmental or regulatory agencies.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to provide recommendations to internal clients
• Prepare written opinions and guidance for internal clients
• Work with key leaders to help identify and mitigate legal issues across the organization and assist in crafting solutions to protect the company's interests
• Draft, review and, where applicable, negotiate legal documents, including but not limited to correspondence, settlement agreements, demand letters, and internal memos.
• Evaluate indemnification and insurance obligations in connection with claims
• Participate in special projects and perform other job-related duties as assigned.
• Read and abide by the company’s code of conduct, ethics statements, employee handbook(s), policies and procedures and other corporate mandates, including participation in mandatory training programs.
• Demonstrate commitment to the company’s corporate compliance program, policies and procedures by exhibiting the company values and acting in accordance with any reporting policies of the company.
  
  

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required.

• Expertise in general civil litigation, complex commercial litigation or employment litigation
• Experience in medical malpractice claims preferred
• Experience with eDiscovery issues
• High-level analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Excellent attention to detail and strong project management and organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, manage a variety of projects simultaneously, meet aggressive deadlines and successfully handle urgent situations with patience and diplomacy
• An agile and flexible thinker, with the ability to learn emerging areas of the law and the business quickly
• Ability to function independently and as a part of a team
• Ability to build credibility quickly and provide strong legal support for a complex and challenging business, while positively and successfully managing relationships within a diverse group of stakeholders
• A commitment to personal and professional growth, and receptivity to feedback
• Ability to prioritize and manage competing demands.
• Desire to work in a multidisciplinary, matrixed environment.
  
  

Education/Experience

Licensed attorney holding a J.D. from a top-tier law school with a minimum of nine (9) years of related experience in a law firm or in-house setting.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of:

• Microsoft Office Suite
• Legal Research Tools (i.e. LexisNexis)
• Matter Management/eBilling Software
  
  

Certificates and Licenses (if applicable)

• Licensed to practice law and in good standing in at least one U.S. state
  
  

If you are ready to join an exciting, progressive company and have a strong work ethic, join our team of experts! We offer a highly competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Envision Healthcare uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify .

Envision Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

JOB INFO

Job Identification 987

Job Category : N-Exempt Staff General

Posting Date : 2025-02-12T19:12:41+00:00

Job Schedule : Full time

Locations : United States