Senior Counsel, Litigation And Claims

Bechtel Group Foundation

Reston, VA, United States
On-site
Manage complex commercial litigation
Manage construction litigation
Manage arbitration and claims
Bechtel Group Foundation is seeking a Senior Counsel for Litigation and Claims in Reston, VA, to manage complex litigation, arbitration, and claims matters globally. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of experience in litigation, excellent communication skills, and preferably a background in engineering or construction disputes

Job Summary

  • Manages complex commercial and construction litigation, arbitration, and claims matters for Bechtel worldwide.
  • Develops and implements litigation, arbitration, and claims strategies, including conducting early case assessments and identifying reasonable and cost-effective resolution options.
  • We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably.

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Bechtel Group Foundation is seeking a Senior Counsel for Litigation and Claims in Reston, VA, to manage complex litigation, arbitration, and claims matters globally. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of experience in litigation, excellent communication skills, and preferably a background in engineering or construction disputes.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Manage complex commercial litigation
  • Manage construction litigation
  • Manage arbitration and claims
  • Advise internal clients on legal issues
  • Manage outside counsel and budgets
  • Direct e-discovery processes
  • Conduct legal research and analysis
  • Interview and evaluate witnesses
  • Prepare cases for settlement and trial
  • Ability to travel domestically and internationally

Nice-to-have

  • Background in engineering litigation
  • Background in construction litigation
  • Experience in major industries Bechtel serves

Key Requirements

  • JD degree
  • Active State Bar membership
  • 8+ years of litigation experience
  • Experience managing complex commercial matters
  • Significant deposition, witness preparation and trial experience

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