Product Litigation Counsel — Lead Case Strategy & Trials

Dow Chemical; Cleveland (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

On-site fitness facilities

Employee discounts

Job summary

Dow is seeking a Counsel in its Litigation group. The preferred location is Midland, MI, but Houston, TX will also be considered. The role includes litigation management for Dow and its affiliates, focusing on asbestos personal injury, product liability, and related disputes.

Key duties include advising clients, managing external counsel, drafting documents, overseeing paralegals, and setting case strategy. Travel up to 25% may be required.

Qualifications

• Juris doctor or Master of Laws.
• Minimum of 7 years practicing as an attorney.
• Admission to State Bar or eligible for admission.
• Willing to travel up to 25% annually.
• Must be able to work legally in the United States; no visa sponsorship available.

Responsibilities

• Independently provide legal counsel to clients.
• Provide client legal training and education on topics.
• Review and draft legal documents.
• Actively manage external counsel and experts.
• Collaborate with internal legal subject matter experts and other resources.
• Oversee paralegals and staff in the Legal Department and coordinating with clients.

Skills

Legal research

Litigation strategy

External counsel management

Communication

Detail-oriented

Education

Juris Doctor or LLM

Bar admission or eligible

Job description

Dow is seeking a Counsel in its Litigation group. The preferred location is Midland, MI, but Houston, TX will also be considered. The role includes litigation management for Dow and its affiliates, focusing on asbestos personal injury, product liability, and related disputes.

Key duties include advising clients, managing external counsel, drafting documents, overseeing paralegals, and setting case strategy. Travel up to 25% may be required.