Litigation Counsel

Caris Life Sciences • Irving, TX • 5h ago

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Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Litigation Counsel to join our legal team and provide comprehensive litigation support to the Deputy General Counsel. This role involves managing litigation matters, from case assessment through resolution, while working closely with outside counsel and cross-functional business teams in the life science industry.

Key Responsibilities

Litigation Management

Assist in developing litigation strategy and case management for all active matters

Oversee strategy development and discovery, including document review, expert witness coordination

Coordinate with internal stakeholders to gather facts, documents, and witness information

Draft and review pleadings, motions, and briefs

Manage relationships with outside counsel, including selection, engagement, and performance oversight, including budgeting and cost effectiveness

Coordinate with internal stakeholders to gather facts, documents, and witness information

Assess litigation risks and provide strategic recommendations to business leadership to avoid unnecessary litigation

Participate in settlement negotiations and alternative dispute resolution proceedings

Compliance & Risk Management

Identify potential litigation risks and implement preventive measures

Provide legal guidance to management and other departments on a range of issues, ensuring compliance with state and federal laws

Support internal investigations and regulatory inquiries,

Maintain litigation holds and ensure proper document preservation

Provide litigation-related training to business teams on healthcare compliance issues

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Work closely with business units to understand operational @context of legal matters

Coordinate with other legal team members on matters involving multiple practice areas

Support contract negotiations and business transactions with litigation risk considerations

Required Qualifications

J.D. from an accredited law school

4-6 years of litigation experience at a large law firm (AmLaw 100 preferred)

Active bar admission in Texas (or ability to obtain within 6 months)

Strong academic credentials and law school achievements

Experience with federal and state court litigation

Demonstrated experience in commercial litigation, employment law, or regulatory matters

Preferred Qualifications

Healthcare or life science litigation experience

Experience in healthcare compliance matters or government investigations

Trial experience or significant motion practice

Skills & Competencies

Business-minded approach to legal problem-solving

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Ability to manage multiple, complex matters simultaneously

Understanding of healthcare regulatory environment and medical device industry

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

What We Offer

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

Opportunity to work on diverse, high-impact litigation matters in the medical device industry

Collaborative and supportive legal team environment

Professional development and continuing education opportunities

This position offers an excellent opportunity for a talented litigation attorney to transition to in-house practice while continuing to develop sophisticated litigation skills in the dynamic life science industry.

Conditions of Employment: Individual must successfully complete pre-employment process, which includes criminal background check, drug screening, credit check ( applicable for certain positions) and reference verification.

This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Caris Life Sciences is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

Caris Life Sciences is a leading innovator in molecular science and artificial intelligence focused on fulfilling the promise of precision medicine through quality and innovation.

Caris is committed to quality and excellence at our state-of-the-art laboratories. Learn more about our tissue lab and the advanced technologies that are helping improve the lives of cancer patients.

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