Remote Commercial Litigation Attorney

Henkel; Tijuana; Remote; MXN 1,050,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct is seeking an experienced Litigation and Disputes Resolution Lawyer to join the legal team in a fully remote capacity. The role covers commercial litigation, arbitration, and mediation, with responsibilities including strategy development, legal research, pleadings, and effective representation in courts and tribunals.

The ideal candidate has at least 6 years in commercial litigation, deep Mexico civil procedure knowledge, and strong negotiation and advocacy skills.

Qualifications

• Law degree required and bar admission in Mexico.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in commercial litigation and dispute resolution.
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking and persuasive communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of litigation from pre-litigation strategy to trial and post-trial proceedings.
• Represent the company in court, arbitration hearings, and mediation sessions.
• Conduct thorough legal research and case analysis.
• Draft legal documents including complaints, answers, motions, briefs, and settlement agreements.
• Interview witnesses and manage discovery processes including document review and depositions.
• Advise business units on potential legal risks and dispute resolution strategies.
• Collaborate with external counsel with clear direction and oversight.
• Negotiate settlements and manage alternative dispute resolution processes.
• Stay updated on procedural rules and substantive law relevant to commercial disputes.
• Contribute to development of best practices for litigation and dispute resolution.

Skills

Litigation

Legal Research

Negotiation

Strategic Thinking

Spanish Fluency

English Proficiency

Education

Law Degree

Mexican Bar Admission

Job description

WhatJobs Direct is seeking an experienced Litigation and Disputes Resolution Lawyer to join the legal team in a fully remote capacity. The role covers commercial litigation, arbitration, and mediation, with responsibilities including strategy development, legal research, pleadings, and effective representation in courts and tribunals.

The ideal candidate has at least 6 years in commercial litigation, deep Mexico civil procedure knowledge, and strong negotiation and advocacy skills.