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Senior Counsel, Commercial Litigation Jobs in New Brunswick, New Jersey, USA at Johnson & Johnson
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Join a dynamic legal team at Johnson and Johnson as a Senior Counsel, Commercial Litigation located in New Brunswick, NJ, where you will shape legal strategies and drive case outcomes of major strategic importance. In this role, you will own and manage high-stakes cases.
You will craft and implement legal strategies that align with the company’s objectives, leveraging your expertise to navigate complex litigation landscapes. This is an exceptional opportunity for a strategic thinker who thrives in a fast-paced, supportive environment and values independence in their work.
If you have the ability to lead and are ready to make a real impact, we invite you to apply and join our team in driving success for a globally recognized industry leader.
The responsibilities of this position are to advise and represent Johnson & Johnson in complex commercial disputes globally in all sectors, with an emphasis on US litigation and international arbitration.
As Senior Counsel, you will report into the Vice President, Complex Commercial Litigation, and:
Advise and shape strategy across a broad range of civil matters, including contract disputes; antitrust litigation; trade secrets issues; regulatory litigation; congressional inquiries; and administrative proceedings.
Evaluate and advise on pre-litigation commercial disputes, including with respect to non-litigation outcomes.
Serve as a trusted advisor to business and legal colleagues.
Develop and implement affirmative litigation strategies.
Select and supervise outside litigation counsel.
Retain and manage experts to support and/or testify in litigation and arbitration.
Negotiate and manage legal budgets.
Advise the company on commercial issues that relate to existing or potential litigation or arbitration.
Qualifications
A minimum of a JD.
10-12 years as a practicing attorney.
Extensive commercial litigation experience, including experience with large and complex contract disputes.
Ability to “have an opinion” backed by insight and confidence to influence stakeholders in meetings and on a one-on-one basis.
An ownership mentality, comfort exercising authority, and enthusiasm for tackling new challenges.
Outstanding and clear communication skills; ability to think analytically to understand complex or ambiguous problems or issues and articulate solutions/conclusions clearly and concisely.
Ability to work collaboratively, including on cross-functional teams, with colleagues across the Global Legal Organization and commercial, R&D, regulatory, medical affairs, finance, tax, and other Johnson & Johnson functions.
Ability to master complex substantive legal frameworks.
Business acumen with ability to appropriately use judgment and risk-taking.
Prior experience in pharmaceutical and/or medical technology industries is a plus.
Ability to travel 10%, primarily domestically.
The anticipated base pay range for this position is $173,000 to $299,000.
Johnson & Johnson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
If you are an individual with a disability, please check our page for information on how to request an accommodation.
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Title: Senior Counsel, Commercial Litigation
Company: Johnson & Johnson
Location: New Brunswick, New Jersey, USA
Category: Law/Legal, Management
