Employment Litigation Counsel

Job Title:

Employment Litigation Counsel

Department:

Insurance

Country:

United States of America

State/Province:

Arkansas

City:

Lowell

Full/Part Time:

Full time

Job Summary:

Under general supervision, this position is responsible to oversee all aspects of Employee related Litigation. The incumbent will review and provide guidance on all matters alleging or involving Agency Complaints, Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) charges, Wage/Hour actions, Discrimination, Retaliation, Wrongful Termination, Class Actions, Whistleblower allegations, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) investigations, and manage all subpoena and other record requests for employment related issues. This position will work closely with the People Compliance team in consultation and recommendations on employment related issues.

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities:

• Assure responses to all litigation matters are answered timely and accurately, including, but not limited to answers to lawsuits, discovery requests, position statements on EEOC type complaints, subpoenas, etc.; review and approve answers and responses to all litigation matters

• Review, analyze and approve financial transactions and case budgets

• Travel nationwide to attend depositions, mediations, and trials

• Assist Sr Employment Litigation Counsel with preparation for depositions, mediations, and trials

• Become familiar with all applicable insurance coverage that is available to J.B. Hunt and understand how to apply those coverages to pending matters

• Assist in the production and accuracy of all monthly reports on all employee litigation files

• Provide guidance and first line help for employees within the entire Risk Management Team

• Attend industry seminars and training sessions

• Perform other duties as required or assigned

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited Law School with up to 1 year of managing claims, litigation, transportation, or relevant experience, and/or military equivalent. Licensed to practice law (and in good standing) in at least one jurisdiction

AND Demonstration of the following skills and abilities through education, certifications, military, or other experiences

• Ability to process information with high levels of accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with competing deadlines
• Job requires employee to travel

Preferred Qualifications:

• Up to 1 year of relevant experience (post law school)
• Admission to the Bar in a recognized State
• Familiarity with insurance programs and working knowledge of contract interpretation
• Ability to form strong arguments and defend a position professionally
• Ability to maintain professionalism while dealing with difficult individuals
• Ability to make independent, time-sensitive decisions
• Ability to work both individually and as part of a team
• Ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas through various mediums
• Ability to work with under minimal direction
• Strong knowledge of legal research and analysis
• Previous experience in litigation support or a similar legal role
• Proficiency in using legal research tools and software
• Knowledge of e-discovery tools and processes
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion

This position is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship.

Compensation:

Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include skills, education, experience, geography, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.  This position may be eligible for annual bonus and incentives based on profitability or volumes in accordance with the terms of the Company’s bonus and incentive plans, as applicable and in effect from time to time.

Benefits:

The Company offers the following benefits for full-time positions, subject to applicable eligibility requirements, as may be in effect from time to time: medical benefit, dental benefit, vision benefit, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, paid time off commensurate with tenure (includes vacation and sick time), six weeks of paid maternity leave along with two weeks of paid parental leave, and six paid holidays annually.

Education:

Doctorate: Law (Required), GED (Required), High School (Required)

Work Experience:

Legal

Job Opening ID:

00574082 Employment Litigation Counsel (Open)

“This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.”

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is committed to basing employment decisions on the principles of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, persons with disabilities, protected veterans or other bases by applicable law.