Legal Counsel

Duvera Consulting LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

Child care support

Paid maternity leave

Pension plan

Tuition assistance

Paid paternity leave

Job summary

A consulting firm specializing in legal services is seeking a Counsel, Commercial in Houston, TX. This role entails acting as primary counsel for commodity trading, drafting agreements, and providing legal advice on energy law. The ideal candidate has a JD degree and 3+ years of experience in the energy sector. Attractive benefits include medical, vision insurance, and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• Legally authorized to work in job posting country.
• Member in good standing of any US bar.
• 3+ years of experience in energy law or as in-house counsel at a large energy company.

Responsibilities

• Act as primary counsel to multiple commodity trading desks.
• Draft and advise on a wide range of trading agreements.
• Provide counsel on the structuring and negotiation of long-term deals.

Skills

Strong negotiation, advocacy, and presentation skills

Ability to work independently under pressure

Advanced skills in verbal and written communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Duvera Consulting LLC provided pay range

This range is provided by Duvera Consulting LLC. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$170,000.00/yr - $210,000.00/yr

Direct message the job poster from Duvera Consulting LLC

Founding Partner and Recruiter - Expert in locating legal professionals of all levels and that special unicorn!

The Counsel, Commercial will provide expert legal services and guidance across commercial trading, origination, and operations matters. You’ll work closely with senior colleagues and internal clients, advising on complex legal issues, supporting business strategy, and helping drive organizational success.

What You'll Do

• Act as primary counsel to multiple commodity trading desks.
• Draft and advise on a wide range of trading, storage, and transportation agreements and operations issues.
• Provide counsel on the structuring and negotiation of long-term origination deals.
• Provide specialist advice on the interpretation and application of company policies, procedures, and regulations, resolving complex or contentious queries.
• Draft, review, and edit legal documents for various audiences, including client contracts, confidentiality agreements, and corporate guarantees.
• Manage relationships with internal clients, acting as a trusted business partner and deploying resources to support business strategy.
• Instruct and manage outside counsel and specialists as needed, and handle disputes efficiently.
• Recommend changes to policies, processes, and standards to improve operational support and ensure compliance.
• Monitor, interpret, and apply laws, regulations, and industry best practices, maintaining up-to-date expertise through continuous professional development.

What You'll Bring (Required Qualifications)

• Legally authorized to work in job posting country
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA-accredited law school; member in good standing of any US bar
• 3+ years of experience in energy law or as in-house counsel at a large energy company

What Makes You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

• Expertise in advising on contractual terms in the trading of energy commodities
• Experience advising on commercial disputes
• Knowledge of shipping/maritime law
• Familiarity with doing business in Latin America
• You prioritize and sequence work logically, aligning your efforts with organizational objectives and reducing bottlenecks for efficient results
• Strong negotiation, advocacy, and presentation skills, with mature judgment and discretion
• Ability to work independently under pressure, meet deadlines, and function with minimal supervision
• Advanced skills in verbal and written communication, including the ability to tailor messages to different audiences and deliver compelling presentations
• Strong ability to manage complexity, analyze ambiguous situations, and develop effective solutions

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Legal

Industries

Oil and Gas

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Disability insurance
• Child care support
• Paid maternity leave
• Pension plan
• Tuition assistance
• Paid paternity leave

Location

Houston, TX

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