Associate General Counsel Commercial Litigation

Associate General Counsel -

Commercial Litigation Location:

This role is remote for candidates who reside near one of our Service Centers located in San Juan Capistrano, CA, Midvale, UT; Tempe, AZ; Dallas, TX; or San Antonio, TX.

Compensation:

$160,000 to $200,000, DOE. May be eligible for bonus.

Status:

Full-time, exempt position. About the

Company:

Ensign Services, Inc. ("ESI") is a subsidiary of The Ensign Group, Inc., whose affiliated entities are considered national leaders in the fast-growing post-acute care industry. ESI provides service and support to over 378 facilities in the long-term care continuum which facilities collectively employ over 55,000 employees. ESI is known as the "Service Center" and it provides the facilities with necessary "back-office" support in areas such as accounting, construction, compliance, human resources, information technology, legal, risk management, and learning management. This structure allows on-site leaders and caregivers to focus squarely on day-to-day care and business issues in their individual operations. What sets ESI apart from other companies is the quality of our most valuable resource - our people. We take our core values of Celebration, Accountability, Passion for Learning, Love One Another, Intelligent Risk Taking, Customer Second, and Ownership (CAPLICO) seriously and strive to provide a work experience that proves it! About the

Opportunity:

We currently seek an experienced attorney with a broad range of litigation experience to serve our healthcare clients. Prior law firm litigation and trial experience is necessary; however, ESI places a very high value on intelligence, drive and willingness to learn and grow, making this an excellent opportunity for the up-and-comer who is willing to work hard to become an indispensable member of our team. As Associate General Counsel - Commercial Litigation , you will join our outstanding legal/risk/regulatory team and serve as a front-line resource for our facility clients facing pre-litigation commercial disputes.

Responsibilities:

Legal Counsel:

Provide legal advice to facility clients involved in pre-litigation disputes and litigation with vendors, partners, landlords and other third parties.

Dispute Resolution:

Manage and negotiate pre-litigation disputes related to contracts, leases, construction, liens, collection, and other commercial issues for facility clients across the country.

Litigation Management:

Retain and manage external counsel in litigation matters; support external counsel and facility clients with all phases of litigation and resolution; attend deposition, mediation, and trial.

Subpoenas:

Review and prepare responses to third-party subpoenas in matters outside of resident and employment litigation

Collaboration:

Work with facility management and external legal counsel to address and/or mitigate complex commercial disputes and support company initiatives.

Risk Management:

Identify and assess potential legal risks related to business practices and develop strategies and trainings for facility managers to mitigate those risks.

Compliance:

Help to ensure company policies and practices comply with federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

Professional Qualifications:

Education:

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Licensing:

Active license to practice law and status of good standing in/with the State Bar where licensed

Experience:

Five to ten years' experience in business litigation, commercial real estate litigation, and related civil litigation; familiarity with wide range of issues in both single plaintiff and class action litigation

Skills:

Strong understanding of commercial litigation processes and best practices; excellent analytical, research, and writing skills; proven ability to communicate effectively with clients and colleagues; high level of business understanding, strategies, and knowledge; demonstrated ability to advocate and negotiate resolutions.

Attributes:

High level of professionalism, integrity, and discretion. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Personal Characteristics:

A servant-leader who thrives on a high-energy and high-accountability environment. A no-nonsense multi-tasker, who exhibits a high degree of initiative and the ability to cut through complex problems to craft creative, pragmatic and effective solutions. A disciplined and self-motivated professional with solid work habits, a driving commitment to timeliness, and a strong sense of pride in a job well-done. An all-around team player who views no task as too large or too small, and who is passionate about the organization, its mission and the people it serves. A true listener, who displays good judgment, inspires confidence and handles confidential matters with absolute discretion. A positive and energetic person with a great sense of humor and a strong desire to help others perform and grow.

Additional Information:

Location:

This role is remote for candidates who reside near one of our Service Centers located in San Juan Capistrano, CA, Midvale, UT , Tempe, AZ, Dallas, TX, or San Antonio, TX.

Compensation:

$160,000 to $200,000, DOE. May be eligible for bonus.

Status:

This is a full-time, exempt position. Pre-employment criminal background screening required.

What We Offer:

We are committed to providing a competitive benefits and compensation package which includes medical/dental/vision coverage, company-provided life insurance, 401(k) with company match, and sick/vacation plans. We also believe in supporting our employee's professional growth and development through our Learning Management System as well as training sessions and seminars. Take a look at these benefits (and more!) at www.ensignbenefits.com Ensign Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. If you need assistance or accommodation during the application process, please contact us at 888-659-3616.

Job ID:

1367