What are the responsibilities and job description for the Corporate Attorney position at STAR PIPE PRODUCTS, LTD?
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