Provides litigation advice to the VP Litigation, law department, business units and world areas on a broad spectrum of legal issues while exercising independent judgment
Supports the VP, Litigation and Legal team in:
Managing complex litigation, arbitration, and pre-litigation claims involving Emerson on a global basis, including asbestos (tax and employment excluded)
Managing and/or drafting complaints, responses to subpoenas, discovery, or notices
Managing outside counsel and experts
Providing legal support to product safety and claims teams and potential product recalls
Staying abreast of litigation industry and related laws, regulations and practices
Formulation and implementation of strategy for litigation process improvements
Interfacing and collaborating with foreign and domestic internal and external legal resources
Implementing corporate policies throughout all applicable businesses
Strategic projects in different areas (e.g. implementation of various legislation, applicable new directives and regulations)
Identify and lead various strategic initiatives of the Legal team
May manage, mentor, and train other members of the Litigation Group
May manage due diligence process for company acquisitions and divestitures
Works cooperatively and collaboratively with Emerson Law Department colleagues, Emerson business personnel and outside counsel on litigation, pre-litigation, and other matters
Exercises sound professional judgment, acts with integrity, and drive results at all times to protect and enhance the image and reputation of Emerson and the Law Department
- Relevant work experience working on and/or managing complex litigation required; knowledge and experience with international laws.
Licensed to practice law in Missouri or another U.S. state
- Law Degree from an accredited U.S. law school
Applicants seeking both full time and part-time positions may be considered depending on experience
Forward thinking and strategic, solution-finding, practical, with a strong business acumen, able to weigh and take reasonable risks
Self-motivated and keen on getting involved in all kinds of legal matters and business areas
Comfortable working with senior management
Excellent oral and written English language skills
Openness to travel
Intermediate MS Office, Excel, and PowerPoint skills
Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now and in the future.
- At least 6 years of relevant work experience working on and/or managing complex litigation required; knowledge and experience with international laws preferred
Work Authorization
Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 (including those with OPT or CPT), H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible.
WHY EMERSON
Our Commitment to Our People
At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.
We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.
At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.
Work Authorization
Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.
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ABOUT EMERSON
Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.
With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.
We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!
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What We Do
At Emerson, we’re passionate about what we do. By fusing decades of technology and engineering expertise, Emerson continues to solve some of the world’s most complex challenges with innovative solutions for customers in industrial, commercial, and residential markets. We recruit the greatest talent and apply the best technologies to benefit our customers worldwide. Automation Solutions is a leader in helping process and discrete manufacturers automate and optimize production processes through our best-in-class technologies and industry expertise. Commercial & Residential Solutions develops technologies and services that improve human comfort, safeguard food, protect the environment, enable sustainable food waste disposal, and support efficient construction and maintenance of buildings and municipal infrastructure. Emerson has a wide range of industry knowledge, manufacturing expertise, and technological innovation around the world. Join our next generation of leaders today.
