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H&R Block · 5 hours ago

Corporate Counsel - Litigation

Kansas City, MO

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

5+ years exp

H&R Block is a leader in tax preparation and financial services. They are seeking a Corporate Counsel - Litigation to provide legal advice on complex litigation issues, manage outside counsel, and coordinate with internal clients to mitigate risks.

ConsultingRetailService IndustryTax Preparation

Hiring Manager

Katie Birchfield, PHR

Responsibilities

Coordinate with VP, Deputy General Counsel, and other members of the Legal Department to advise the Company on a variety of legal matters, primarily in the area of litigation

Work with outside counsel to manage litigation and arbitration matters, and to engage in effective dispute resolution processes

Assist in evaluating and responding to governmental or regulatory inquiries, and to respond to various subpoenas, document requests, complaints, or disputes

Achieve legal objectives by gathering pertinent information, identifying and evaluating options, and choosing a course of action

Prepare legal positions by researching issues and reviewing documents

Effectively manage outside counsel to achieve timely and desired results within budget

Contribute to team effort by timely meeting commitments and working collaboratively with minimal supervision

Coordinate efforts with internal clients as well as other internal and external attorneys to provide legal advice regarding complex issues and risk mitigation strategies

Periodically assist with diverse high demand legal projects outside normal area of focus; including business operations, e-commerce, and contracts in support of strategic imperatives

Other duties as assigned

Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, benchmarking state-of-the-art practices, and/or participating in professional societies

Some travel is required, including to attend significant hearings, trials, depositions, mediations, or meetings

Qualification

Juris DoctorateLitigation experienceAnalytical skillsNegotiation skillsCommunication skillsProject coordinationProblem-solving skillsTeam collaborationPositive attitude

Required

Juris Doctorate degree plus license to practice law in one or more states. A current member of the Missouri Bar or an ability to become a member of the Missouri Bar within six months

At least five years of experience in the practice of law, with an emphasis on litigation

Detail-oriented focus, with demonstrated analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills

Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with an ability to communicate and persuade a wide range of audiences

Ability to plan and coordinate multiple projects and work initiatives at the same time

A positive attitude, a collegial approach, and an instinct to go 'above and beyond' in order to achieve the optimal outcome for the Company

Preferred

Significant experience handling a broad range of complex litigation matters

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits to support your health and well-being

Company

H&R Block

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H&R Block is a tax solutions provider that offers tax returns, filings, and advisory services for individuals and businesses. It is a sub-organization of Ameriprise Financial.

Founded in 1955

Kansas City, Missouri, USA

10001+ employees