AVP, Senior Legal Counsel- Litigation

Job Description:

This position requires office presence of a minimum of 5 days per week and is only located in the location(s) posted. No relocation is offered.

At AT&T, we empower leaders to drive change in a fast-evolving, connected world. Your strategic vision will help serve customers and transform lives through innovative solutions and impactful connections.

We are seeking motivated, self-reliant lawyers with unique litigation experience to join our Litigation team. This role involves managing a fast-paced, diverse, and complex national commercial litigation docket, working closely with in-house colleagues, outside counsel, and business clients. Excellent academic credentials and a minimum of 6 years of experience are required. Well-qualified candidates will have trial experience at federal government agencies (e.g., DOJ, SEC, or US Attorney) or large law firms, or supervisory experience in large corporate litigation departments. Class-action, mass tort, or MDL experience are a plus. Interested candidates should provide a resume, writing sample, references, and GPA / class rank. Office position located in Dallas.

Overall Purpose: A highly experienced attorney with 6+ years of law experience, supervises a team of attorneys, provides strategic legal counsel, and manages complex legal matters to ensure compliance and protect the organization’s interests.

Key Roles and Responsibilities: Typical tasks may include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Managing Complex Legal Matters: Oversee and manage complex legal projects, including litigation, regulatory compliance, contract negotiation, and dispute resolution.
• Providing Strategic Legal Counsel: Offer expert legal advice and guidance to senior leadership and company managers on a wide range of legal issues.
• Compliance and Risk Management: Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards, and implement risk management strategies.
• Contract Review and Negotiation: Review, draft, and negotiate significant corporate legal documents, contracts, and agreements to protect the organization’s interests.
• Team Leadership and Internal Operations: Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of experienced attorneys, and manage part of the internal operations of the Law Department.

Job Contribution: An industry-recognized expert, developing resolutions for critical issues and significant design matters. Innovates and implements company-wide technologies and/or processes, impacting future concepts and products. As a senior strategic advisor, their actions have long-term effects on company success. Works autonomously, continuously engaging with senior leaders and often serving as an external spokesperson.

Education/Experience: Requires a law degree and an active license in good standing to practice law in assigned state. 6+ years of related experience.

Our AVP Senior Legal Counsel earns between $231,700 - $347,500 USD Annual. Not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.  

Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage  
• 401(k) plan  
• Tuition reimbursement program  
• Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)  
• Paid Parental Leave  
• Paid Caregiver Leave  
• Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected  
• Adoption Reimbursement  
• Disability Benefits (short term and long term)  
• Life and Accidental Death Insurance  
• Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal  
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)  
• Extensive employee wellness programs  
• Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories,
• AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone

If you’re ready to make an impact on our business and your career, bring your bold ideas to a world of possibility.  Apply today!

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It is the policy of AT&T to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, AT&T will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. AT&T is a fair chance employer and does not initiate a background check until an offer is made.