Counsel, Commercial Litigation

BP Retail UK

Hybrid
Juris doctor from accredited us law school
Active license to practice in at least one us jurisdiction
Minimum 7+ years of relevant litigation experience
BP Retail UK is seeking a highly skilled litigation attorney to join its US Litigation & Disputes Legal team, focusing on complex commercial disputes. The ideal candidate will have extensive litigation experience and a strong ability to engage with business leaders while navigating high-stakes legal challenges in a fast-paced environment

Job Summary

  • This role offers direct engagement with business leaders, top tier external law firms, expert witnesses, and sophisticated disputes spanning litigation, arbitration, regulatory matters, and crisis-sensitive issues.
  • You will be part of an elite legal team trusted to protect the company's interests, reputation, and assets across a broad portfolio of consequential matters.
  • The position is designed for lawyers who want to confront novel legal issues, make consequential decisions, influence enterprise strategy, and lead matters where the stakes are real.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

BP Retail UK is seeking a highly skilled litigation attorney to join its US Litigation & Disputes Legal team, focusing on complex commercial disputes. The ideal candidate will have extensive litigation experience and a strong ability to engage with business leaders while navigating high-stakes legal challenges in a fast-paced environment.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Juris Doctor from accredited US law school
  • Active license to practice in at least one US jurisdiction
  • Minimum 7+ years of relevant litigation experience
  • Experience handling complex commercial litigation matters
  • Strong experience in US federal and state court litigation
  • Ability to lead cross-functional teams

Nice-to-have

  • Exposure to bankruptcy proceedings
  • Strategic and practical decision-making skills
  • Excellent written advocacy and oral communication
  • Willingness to travel up to 25%
  • Collaborative leadership style

Key Requirements

  • Juris Doctor degree
  • Active US bar license
  • 7+ years litigation experience
  • Federal and state court experience
  • Arbitration experience preferred

Work Rights

Must have active license to practice in at least one US jurisdiction

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