In-House Litigation Attorney at Poly-America

Grand Prairie, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Civil Litigation, Trial Experience, Case Strategy, Discovery, Motion Practice, Hearings, Negotiation, Legal Counsel, Regulatory Issues, Corporate Law, Personal Injury, Environmental Regulations, Compliance, Communication, Case Management

Industry

Plastics Manufacturing

Description

Overview Poly-America, L.P., a leading manufacturer of polyethylene products, is currently seeking a Litigation Attorney to join our legal team in Grand Prairie, Texas. As part of a group of privately-held companies, Poly-America produces several lines of polyethylene products, including high quality trash bags, construction films, and agriculture products. Poly-America is also the most technologically advanced and largest recycler and compounder of polyethylene in the world. Responsibilities The Litigation Attorney at Poly-America is primarily responsible for all aspects of the company’s civil lawsuits from intake through trial. This role is well-suited for an attorney who has an interest in litigating and trying cases without the bother of billable hours or prospecting for clients. In cases filed in Texas, the Litigation Attorney will represent the company as either the plaintiff or defendant, as necessary. For cases outside of Texas, the Litigation Attorney must coordinate with and oversee outside counsel to ensure proper case management. Though litigation is a primary duty of this role, as part of a small legal team, the Litigation Attorney must also provide legal counsel for different areas of law, such as regulatory, corporate, and other day-to-day legal matters that arise. The Litigation Attorney must also be able to effectively communicate with employees and leadership within Poly-America’s different business groups. This role is flexible and may take on new and different responsibilities as they become necessary or requested by the company’s leadership. Handle all aspects of civil ligation, including case strategy, discovery, motion practice, hearings, and trials Evaluate and negotiate case settlements Manage any state and federal appeals Provide legal counsel on regulatory, corporate, and other legal issues raised by business leaders Qualifications The ideal candidate must have: A Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school An active Texas Bar License At least five years of civil litigation and trial experience The ability to travel occasionally to moderately A preferable ideal candidate has experience in some or all of the following: Personal injury prosecution and/or defense Truck wreck prosecution and/or defense Safety and/or environmental regulations and compliance General corporate law Qualifications Compensation & Benefits Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience Medical Benefits Dental Benefits Vacation 401(K) Work location: In person at Poly-America’s facility located at 2000 West Marshall Drive, Grand Prairie, TX 75051 IND123

Responsibilities

The Litigation Attorney is responsible for all aspects of the company’s civil lawsuits from intake through trial. This includes managing case strategy, discovery, motion practice, and providing legal counsel on various legal issues.