Corporate Attorney

Star Pipe Products; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Star Pipe Products is seeking a Corporate Attorney to provide comprehensive legal support for corporate documentation, commercial transactions, and litigation management. The role collaborates with Operations, Procurement, Supply Chain, HR, and Executive Leadership to minimize risk and ensure regulatory compliance across manufacturing operations.

The position emphasizes drafting, negotiation, and strategic transaction support, with close coordination with outside counsel and internal

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school and active Texas license.
• 5–8 years of corporate law and litigation experience preferred, in manufacturing/supply chain environments.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of legal documents including supplier, purchase, distribution, service, confidentiality, and licensing agreements.
• Provide legal guidance on contract interpretation, performance issues, and dispute avoidance.
• Maintain and improve standard contract templates and processes for efficiency and consistency.
• Support corporate governance activities: board materials, resolutions, bylaws, and corporate records.
• Assist with litigation support: coordinate with outside counsel on case strategy, discovery, and resolution.
• Advise on regulatory compliance and risk management across manufacturing operations (EHS, OSHA, product safety).
• Partner with internal stakeholders and HR on employment-related matters and cross-functional reviews.
• Conduct due diligence for strategic transactions and assist with documentation and integration.

Skills

Contract drafting

Contract negotiation

Corporate governance

Litigation management

Regulatory compliance

Due diligence

M&A

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Licensed to practice in Texas

Tools

Contract management software

Document management systems

Job description

• Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of legal documents, including supplier agreements, purchase and sale agreements, distribution agreements, service contracts, confidentiality agreements, and licensing arrangements
• Provide legal guidance on contract interpretation, performance issues, and dispute avoidance strategies
• Maintain and improve standard contract templates and legal processes to enhance efficiency and consistency

Key Responsibilities and Duties

Corporate and Commercial Legal Support

• Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of legal documents, including supplier agreements, purchase and sale agreements, distribution agreements, service contracts, confidentiality agreements, and licensing arrangements
• Provide legal guidance on contract interpretation, performance issues, and dispute avoidance strategies
• Maintain and improve standard contract templates and legal processes to enhance efficiency and consistency

Corporate Governance

• Support corporate governance activities, including preparation and review of board materials, resolutions, bylaws, and corporate records
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies and applicable laws and regulations
• Assist with entity management, including formation, maintenance, and regulatory filings

Litigation and Dispute Management

• Will not directly represent, but will work with outside council to assist in all phases of litigation, including case assessment, strategy development, discovery, motion practice, and resolution
• Coordinate and oversee outside counsel to ensure effective representation and cost control
• Handle a range of disputes, including commercial litigation, contract disputes, product liability claims, employment-related matters, and vendor/supplier conflicts

Regulatory Compliance and Risk Management

• Advice on compliance with federal, state, and local regulations impacting manufacturing operations, including environmental, health, and safety (EHS), OSHA, and product safety requirements
• Monitor changes in relevant laws and regulations and provide guidance on implementation
• Identify, assess, and mitigate legal risks associated with manufacturing processes, supply chain operations, and business initiatives

Operational and Cross-Functional Support

• Partner with internal stakeholders to provide proactive, business-oriented legal advice
• Support procurement and supply chain teams by reviewing documentation and contracts related to the negotiation and management of vendor relationships
• Collaborate with HR on employment-related legal matters, policies, and disputes
• Assist in internal investigations and compliance reviews

Strategic Transactions

• Support mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and other strategic initiatives
• Conduct legal due diligence and assist with transaction structuring and documentation
• Provide post-transaction integration support from a legal and compliance perspective

Requirements

Education and Licensing

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in Texas, in good standing

Experience

• Minimum of 5-8 years of relevant legal experience in corporate law and litigation
• Experience in manufacturing, industrial, or supply chain-focused environments strongly preferred
• Demonstrated experience managing litigation matters and working with outside counsel

Knowledge And Skills

• Strong knowledge of commercial contracts, corporate governance, and civil litigation procedures
• Familiarity with manufacturing-related regulations, including EHS, OSHA, and product liability frameworks
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and legal analysis skills
• Strong business acumen and ability to provide practical, solution-oriented advice
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels

Key Competencies

• Strategic Thinking and Risk Assessment
• Attention to Detail
• Decision-Making and Judgment
• Communication and Influence
• Collaboration and Cross-Functional Partnership
• Project and Case Management

Working Conditions And Physical Requirements

• Primarily office-based with standard business hours
• Occasional travel required for court appearances, regulatory meetings, or visits to manufacturing facilities
• Ability to work under pressure and manage time-sensitive legal matters

Performance Expectations

• Timely and accurate delivery of legal services
• Effective management and resolution of litigation matters
• Reduction and mitigation of legal and regulatory risks
• Strong internal client satisfaction and cross-functional collaboration
• Adherence to legal budgets and outside counsel cost management

Summary

The Corporate Attorney is responsible for providing comprehensive legal support to the organization with a primary focus on corporate documentation, commercial transactions, and litigation management. This role supports the company's manufacturing operations by ensuring legal compliance, minimizing risk exposure, and protecting the organization’s interests in disputes and regulatory matters. The position requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams, including Operations, Procurement, Supply Chain, Human Resources, and Executive Leadership.

Star Pipe Products is an Equal Opportunity Employer