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AvalonBay Communities · 2 weeks ago

Senior Manager Employment & Litigation Counsel

LOC-10001-Arlington Office

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

AvalonBay Communities, Inc. is an equity REIT specializing in developing and managing distinctive apartment homes across the U.S. They are seeking a Senior Manager Employment & Litigation Counsel to provide legal support primarily in employment law and litigation matters, collaborating closely with human resources and various operating groups. The role involves advising on compliance, managing litigation, and conducting internal investigations.

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Responsibilities

Advise HR and business leaders on employment and labor law matters, including compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws. Partner closely with human resources to provide proactive guidance on employee relations issues, policy development, and emerging legal requirements

Take a hands-on approach in all facets of litigation, including overseeing and supervising outside counsel in conducting discovery, depositions, mediations, case strategy, legal briefs, expert reports, settlements, and trials

Collaborate with the Senior Director, Litigation and Operations Counsel on overall strategy and case direction. Manage budgeting and legal spend for litigation matters

Conduct and support internal investigations and provide recommendations based on findings

Take on new and evolving areas of responsibility as business needs arise, demonstrating curiosity and adaptability in addressing emerging legal issues and supporting the department's changing priorities

Assist with other matters, including compliance matters and contract review

Maintain an in-office presence to enhance collaboration with HR and other teams and travel up to 10%

Qualification

J.D.Employment lawLitigation managementCalifornia employment lawContract reviewLabor lawRegulatory complianceCommunicationOrganizational skillsTeam collaboration

Required

J.D. with excellent credentials from an ABA accredited, nationally recognized law school

A minimum of five (5) years of legal practice experience at a reputable law firm and/or corporate inhouse legal department

Substantial experience in employment law including advising business partners on compliance with employment laws and regulations

Demonstrated experience managing the day-to-day aspects of litigation, including case strategy, ediscovery, depositions, substantive briefs, experts, mediations, and settlements

Experience researching and advising on statutes and regulations, reviewing and revising contracts, and directly advising lay persons and businesspeople

Active bar membership in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction, with an ability to obtain a corporate counsel license to practice in Virginia within the first year of employment