Sr Counsel - Litigation
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school; active license in at least one U.S. jurisdiction, preferably at least Texas.
- 8–12+ years of litigation experience, preferably with a mix of law firm and in‑house roles.
- Strong background in energy, midstream, oil & gas, or heavy industrial litigation.
- Demonstrated experience managing complex, high‑value litigation and arbitration matters.
- Familiarity with pipeline safety regulations, environmental statutes, and commercial contracts common in midstream operations.
- Excellent judgment, negotiation skills, and ability to influence senior leaders.
- Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, operationally driven environment with competing priorities.
Preferred Experience
- Prior in‑house experience in oil and gas cases including (upstream, midstream, and downstream, complex commercial litigation, mediation and arbitration matters, managing all phases.
- Experience with PHMSA, FERC, EPA, and state environmental agencies.
- Experience in complex commercial litigation and intellectual property litigation
- Experience managing outside counsel and litigation budgets.
Competencies
- Strategic legal thinking with strong business acumen
- Exceptional communication and executive‑level presence
- Risk‑based decision‑making
- Crisis management and calm under pressure
- Collaborative, solutions‑oriented approach
- Strong negotiation and conflict‑resolution skills
An equal opportunity employer/disability/vet
Energy Transfer is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
The nature and frequency of the above working conditions and requirements may vary depending on individual operational circumstances. Where feasible, the Partnership will make reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job.
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