Attorney

Overview

Attorney 2 - ( 250000X8 ) Description

JOB PURPOSE The Attorney 2 will perform intermediate level legal assistance to the Vice President & General Counsel in providing legal services for MLGW Division.

Role includes defending/prosecuting lawsuits, drafting/evaluating contracts, addressing compliance issues, and overseeing and training assigned employees.

• Review and evaluate investigations: determine the method of investigation, its extent, legal sufficiency of evidence, applicable laws and the basis and method of settlement.
• If settlement is not indicated, determine method of defense at law or equity in the court.
• Perform legal research on pending cases and current problems.
• Render legal services and opinions of rights, obligations and privileges for Division employees as requested.
• Draft, negotiate and prepare contracts and other legal documents; review and approve proposed contracts and legal documents.
• Negotiate, in accordance with the Vice President & General Counsel, insurance representatives, lawyers, etc. regarding settlements.
• Interview and take depositions of witnesses; arrange for and conduct pre-trial conferences; and keep Division up to date on new/revised laws, compliance standards, and regulations.
• Represent the Division and try cases in court; may act as agent of the Division in various transactions.
• Supervise, direct and train assigned employees such as paralegals, medical services, support staff and/or legal students.
• Perform other duties as directed.

• Certifications
• Must have passed the State of Tennessee Bar Examination and be licensed to practice in the state of Tennessee.
• A valid driver's license from state of residence is required.
• Education
• Juris Doctorate Degree is required.
• All rights reserved. Confidential.
• Experience
• 2 to 4 years of comparable experience in the practice of law.
• Internal applicants must have 2 years of experience as an Attorney 1 and meet all other career ladder requirements for advancement.
• Additional Information
• Must successfully complete Supervisor Assessment Center training within 3 months from date of hire.
• Physical Demands:
  Requires sedentary work involving standing or walking for brief periods, exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular basis, and some dexterity in operating office equipment.

THIS LIST OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS IS NOT EXHAUSTIVE AND MAY BE SUPPLEMENTED AS NECESSARY.

Location and Job Details:
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Location:

USA-TN-Memphis. Work Locations: AB01 David F Hansen Admin Bldg, 220 South Main Street, Memphis . Job:
Legal. Organization: 0200100 Legal Services. Job Posting:
Jan 23, 2026, 5:45:30 PM. Minimum Salary: 90,542.40. Midpoint Salary: .

Employment Type:

Full Time.