Assistant General Counsel, Litigation

Exelon • Salisbury, MD • 15h ago

Who We Are

We're powering a cleaner, brighter future.

Exelon is leading the energy transformation, and we're calling all problem solvers, innovators, community builders and change makers. Work with us to deliver solutions that make our diverse cities and communities stronger, healthier and more resilient.

We're powered by purpose-driven people like you who believe in being inclusive and creative, and value safety, innovation, integrity and community service. We are a Fortune 200 company, 20,000 colleagues strong serving more than 10.7 million customers at six energy companies -- Atlantic City Electric (ACE), Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE), Commonwealth Edison (ComEd), Delmarva Power & Light (DPL), PECO Energy Company (PECO), and Potomac Electric Power Company (Pepco).

We're committed to creating an environment where every person can thrive. Our employee experience is grounded in four tenets that guide how we support our people: purposeful careers, growth opportunities, community impact, and support to thrive.

In our relentless pursuit of excellence, we elevate diverse voices, fresh perspectives and bold thinking. And since we know transforming the future of energy is hard work, we provide competitive compensation, incentives, excellent benefits and the opportunity to build a rewarding career.

Are you in?

Primary Purpose

The Assistant General Counsel - Litigation is a highly experienced litigation attorney who advises and represents the Company, primarily in Delaware. While this position largely focuses on matters related to Delmarva Power & Light, the Assistant General Counsel works across Exelon's legal department and Business Units to identify and mitigate Company's legal risks.

Note: This is a hybrid position (in-office with remote flexibility). Employees are required to be in office at least three days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday).

Primary Duties

Provides legal services and advice, primarily in Delaware, to Exelon Business Units on complex tort and commercial matters and internal investigations, including representing Exelon and Delmarva Power & Light in litigation in federal courts and Delaware's Court of Chancery, Superior Court, Court of Common Pleas, and Justice of the Peace Court, and in other relevant forums; directing outside counsel; conducting and supervising large and complex litigation-related assignments; and directing internal investigations across Exelon's Business Units. Provides legal counsel and strategic communication to Business Unit clients and all levels of management regarding litigation, investigations, and other matters. Works across the Legal Department and the Company to proactively identify and mitigate litigation and other legal risks. (75%)

Prepares, and revises as necessary, budgets and early matter assessments for all matters involving outside counsel. (10%)

Provides lead direction and/or project leadership direction to less experienced attorneys and support staff. (10%)

Projects / duties as assigned. (5%)

Job Scope

Provides legal services, including representing the Company in judicial proceedings, arbitrations, and mediations, and manages relationships and litigation matters with Business Units and outside counsel.

Demonstrates superior business knowledge in portions of the business and industry; anticipates and understands trends in areas of law related to the business; able to think strategically and to work with Business Units to achieve company objectives and manage litigation risks.

Minimum Qualifications

An LLB or JD from an accredited law school and be licensed to practice law in the relevant jurisdictions.

At least 7 to 10 years of professional experience in a specialized area of law.

Possesses and applies a comprehensive knowledge of principles, practices and procedures of the legal field to the completion of complex assignments.

Requires excellent legal research, analytical abilities and on ongoing knowledge of federal or state law.

Must have the ability to communicate clearly; both orally and in writing, to read and analyze legal materials and other data; to work in stressful conditions under time deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of legal issues affecting electric and natural gas utilities.

Ability to learn, adopt, and leverage AI-enabled tools to support research, drafting, and analysis while applying sound professional judgment.

Benefits

Annual salary will vary based on a candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors: $167,200.00/Yr. - $229,900.00/Yr.

Annual Bonus for eligible positions: 20%

401(k) match and annual company contribution

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Generous paid time off options, including vacation, sick time, floating and fixed holidays, maternity leave and bonding/primary caregiver leave or parental leave

Employee Assistance Program and resources for mental and emotional support

Wellbeing programs such as tuition reimbursement, adoption and surrogacy assistance and fitness reimbursement

Referral bonus program

And much more

Note: Exelon-sponsored compensation and benefit programs may vary or not apply based on length of service, job grade, job classification or represented status. Eligibility will be determined by the written plan or program documents.

Exelon is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and employees or applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to: age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to complete the application, please email us at DandI@exeloncorp.com.

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