As an Attorney for the Litigation and Product Liability group of GLSGRA located at Deere & Company World Headquarters in Moline, Illinois you will have the following responsibilities:
Provide legal support to the Product Liability Litigation and Toxic Tort Group on product liability related counseling, claims and lawsuits.
Provide research, legal and/or recommendations, and alternatives for the more complex legal questions and issues in support of defending Deere in product liability and toxic tort claims and lawsuits.
Review legal documents for compliance with applicable laws.
Stay current on emerging trends in the law through continuing legal education, reading, professional conferences, and participating in professional associations
Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.
What Skills You Need
1 or more years of experience in the general practice of law in a private law firm or corporate law department
1 or more years of litigation experience
1 or more years of experience reviewing and analyzing legal pleadings and briefs
What Makes You Stand Out
Has a good understanding of legal principles and can independently use the knowledge to provide advice and counsel to business clients
Understands legal issues affecting area of responsibility, able to identify issues associated with assigned tasks, and able to spot relevant critical issues in practice
Excellent client management skills and the ability to support Deere internal clients on a range of issues
Oversee litigation and dispute resolution process on Toxic Tort matters
Ability to perform legal research using the internet plus various on-line tools
Skill in interpersonal communications, negotiation, and client management
Effective writing skills, including grammatical usage, persuasive copy and style
Education
Juris Doctorate degree
Authorized to practice law in the State of Illinois or the ability to obtain a limited license to practice law as inhouse counsel in the State of Illinois
At John Deere, you are empowered to create a career that will take you to where you want to go while working in an inclusive team environment. Here, you'll enjoy the freedom to explore new projects, the support to think outside the box and the advanced tools and technology that foster innovation and achievement. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive reward package to help you get started on your new career path, including:
•Flexible work arrangements
•Highly competitive base pay and performance bonuses
•Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Contribution)
•Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account
•Adoption assistance
•Employee Assistance Programs
•Tuition assistance
•Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms at specific Deere locations
•Charitable contribution match
•Employee Purchase Plan & numerous discount programs for personal use
