Corporate Litigation Attorney

Gerald Group; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off for vacation, personal, and sick time

Job summary

A global metals trading company based in Stamford, CT is seeking a Corporate Litigation Attorney. The ideal candidate will have arbitration and litigation experience, especially in general commercial litigation and commodities. Responsibilities include advising on compliance laws, drafting contracts, and representing the company in legal proceedings. This role requires excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Office, with a commitment to work on-site 5 days a week.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed to practice in New York or Connecticut.
• 3-5 years of experience, preferably in commodities.
• Civil arbitration and court litigation experience required.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Rigorous attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain professional working relationships.
• Assist in corporate litigation on business matters.
• Anticipate and propose mitigation strategies.
• Provide legal advice to business units.

Skills

Juris Doctorate

Arbitration

Litigation

Interpersonal skills

Analytical mindset

Education

Juris Doctorate degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Who We Are

Gerald Group is a leading private global metals trading company founded in 1962. Its business consists of the physical sale, development, trade and structured financing of commodities and commodity linked assets. Gerald is a diversified metals trader, across precious and non-precious metals and operates on a global basis and with mining and metals assets and facilities in various jurisdictions. The Group provides trading and investment solutions to both producer and consumer clients worldwide.

Position Summary

The Corporate Litigation Attorney will be based out of our Stamford, CT office location and will play a crucial part in supporting a wide range of Gerald’s commercial activities. The ideal candidate must have arbitration and litigation experience in general commercial litigation.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain professional working relationships with company representatives who are involved in the business.
• Assist in corporate litigation on business matters.
• Consistently anticipate and propose mitigation strategies for the management of potential contractual, compliance and financial risks.
• Work on commercial agreements in conjunction with business groups.
• Assist in regulatory issues in conjunction with compliance team.
• Research, anticipate, and guard company against legal risks.
• Provide legal advice to business units regarding compliance with laws and regulations that impact the business.
• Take the lead in devising negotiation strategies and drafting contracts and services agreements related to transactions.
• Structure, draft, and review reports and other legal documents.
• Represent company in legal proceedings.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams including Operations, Legal, Compliance, Trading desks etc.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate degree required.
• Must be licensed to practice in New York or Connecticut.
• 3-5 years of experience, preferably in commodities.
• Civil arbitration and court litigation experience required.
• Corporate, transactional, business and shareholder dispute experience.
• Financial services background is strongly preferred.
• Possess a strong understanding of complex corporate issues pertaining to corporate transactions.
• First class written and verbal communication skills a requirement.
• Confident, with strong interpersonal skills and positive team player approach.
• Analytical mindset.
• Rigorous attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a transaction team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work in office 5 days a week.
• Must be able to travel occasionally as needed.

Employee Programs & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits
• Commuter benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Saving Account
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Short- and long-term disability
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off for vacation, personal, and sick time

We are an equal-opportunity employer. Our teams consist of professionals with diverse backgrounds and skill sets, all of which contribute to the efficacy and profitability of our operations. We take pride in our contributions in aiding developing economies, reducing carbon emissions, and in building towards a more progressive and equitable future.