Assistant General Counsel - (Litigation) - Portland, OR - #113175

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PacifiCorp is seeking customer-centric candidates to grow and sustain our commitment to a culture of customer service excellence, environmental sustainability and diversity, equity and inclusion.

General Purpose

Responsible for handling the most complex legal matters and projects associated with a specific legal specialization(s).  This may include, but is not limited to state and federal litigation.  Represents the company in court and formal hearings.  State regulatory/agency hearings experience a plus.  Manages attorneys and other legal staff as appropriate.

Responsibilities

•    Handle complex legal matters and projects associated with a specific legal specialization including but not limited to state and federal litigation in Oregon, Washington and/or California.
•    Represent the company in informal and formal settlement proceedings, discovery matters, state and federal court and formal hearings.
•    Responsible for directing a legal segment with multiple specialized areas including personal injury and property damage claims, wildfire litigation, environmental and natural resource damages, construction, right of way and contractual disputes. 
•    Experience in state public utility commission administrative hearings a plus.
•    Ensure appropriate application of all laws and regulations related to PacifiCorp’s corporate and operational activities and transactions.
•    Assess and mitigate legal risks of company activities and advise management and other company personnel on legal and strategic matters.
•    Establish policies and procedures consistent with established legal principles and requirements.
•    Monitor and maintain current knowledge of industry trends in legal and compliance matters relating to the energy industries and pursue ongoing professional development to maintain current knowledge on best practices.
•    Consult with outside legal counsel and provide guidance and training to less experienced attorneys.
•    Serve as a primary interface with senior management regarding establishment and undergoing of litigation reserves and accruals.
•    Manage attorneys and other legal staff as appropriate.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school and successful completion of bar exam in one or more states in which the company conducts business.
• A minimum of eight years previous in-house or law firm experience that includes discovery disputes, depositions, hearings, jury and bench trials, appeals.
• Demonstrated in-depth experience and knowledge with legal and/or regulatory issues.
• Familiarity with the political and legal implications of decisions made by the company.
• Management skills including the ability to negotiate with and influence peers and senior officers on policy and strategic issues.
• Communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to manage and motivate employees.
• Use oral and written communication to create a vision, communicate strategy, and effectively interface with other company leaders.
• Knowledge of the company’s strategic plan, regulatory and political environment, as well as the company’s policies, procedures, and practices, and applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Ability to assess and interpret external rules and regulations.
• Familiarity with creating and maintaining a budget.

Additional Information

Req Id: 113175 
Company Code: PACIFICORP  
Primary Location: PORTLAND     
Department: Pacific Power 
Schedule: Full-time 
Personnel Subarea: Exempt
Hiring Range: $181,600 - $256,400  
This position is eligible for an annual discretionary performance incentive bonus of up to 25.00% of salary.   

Benefits: Health care, retirement, paid time off, tuition assistance, paid short-term and long-term disabil