Equine Welfare Litigation Counsel

Drug Free Sport LLC; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The HIWU Litigation Counsel will join the Horseracing Integrity & Welfare Unit's legal team, a division of DFIS/IDTM, to manage a high-volume ADMC litigation caseload and prosecute asserted violations.

The role requires a JD with 5+ years of litigation experience, strong writing and advocacy skills, and the ability to coordinate with investigators, experts, and external counsel. Domestic and international travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership and good standing in at least one state bar.
• Minimum of 5 years of litigation experience in diverse forums.
• Experience handling a significant caseload in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong research, writing, and advocacy skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed.
• Commitment to maintaining ethics, integrity, and confidentiality.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal technology platforms.

Responsibilities

• Manage the prosecution of asserted violations under the ADMC Program on behalf of HIWU.
• Review investigative files, laboratory reports, witness statements, and other evidence.
• Draft charge letters, legal memoranda, briefs, motions, and other submissions.
• Prepare and present evidence, witness examinations, and legal arguments before tribunals.
• Support appeals and related proceedings before Administrative Law Judges, FTC, and others.
• Partner with investigators and experts to evaluate evidence and develop case strategies.
• Provide legal advice and support related to investigations, enforcement actions, and compliance matters.
• Collaborate with the General Counsel and Legal team on litigation strategy and risk assessments.
• Manage multiple matters simultaneously with deadlines and quality standards.
• Coordinate with outside counsel, experts, and consultants as needed.
• Stay informed on legal, regulatory, scientific, and industry developments relevant to the ADMC Program.
• Assist with special projects and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Litigation management

Legal analysis

Oral advocacy

Research & writing

Communication

Judgment & decision-making

Organization & attention to detail

Collaboration

Adaptability

Integrity & professionalism

Discretion & confidentiality

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree

Bar admission in at least one state

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal technology platforms

Job description

The HIWU Litigation Counsel will join the Horseracing Integrity & Welfare Unit's legal team, a division of DFIS/IDTM, to manage a high-volume ADMC litigation caseload and prosecute asserted violations.

The role requires a JD with 5+ years of litigation experience, strong writing and advocacy skills, and the ability to coordinate with investigators, experts, and external counsel. Domestic and international travel may be required.