Associate Attorney

KGPCo is the go-to partner to Communications Service Providers. Our customers rely on our extensive range of network solutions and services to help them build, maintain, and transform networks that connect the world.

The communications industry is evolving every day and we are at the frontline of these innovations. From ground to cloud, the work we do is transforming networks and impacting communities nationwide. It's work that happens because of our motivated teams of doers and problem solvers.

Our Core Values define how we do business:
* The Customer is Everything.
* Relationships Matter. All of Them.
* Question Things. Take Action.
* Work Hard. Work Smart. Enjoy the Experience.
* Growth Mindset.

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SUMMARY

The Associate Attorney is responsible for conducting legal research, drafting legal documents, assisting with client consultations, and generally supporting senior lawyers on various legal matters. This role will also provide general support to the Legal Department.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist business groups to draft, review, analyze, revise, negotiate and track material supplier agreements, services subcontractor agreements, SOWs and other contract documents.
• Draft, review, analyze, revise, negotiate and track facility leases and lease terms.
• Draft, review, analyze, revise, negotiate and track non-disclosure agreements.
• Assist with corporate compliance matters through legal research, preparation of summaries and policy drafting.
• Perform legal research projects, board minute preparation, and document approvals.
• Support Legal Department efforts to draft and maintain legal document templates.
• Manage review of and response to subpoenas and discovery requests.
• Research background of collection matters and invoicing disputes to include gathering supporting information and documents.
• Manage submission of insurance claims and respond to insurance carrier information requests.
• Access and distribute service of process.

SAFETY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Adhere to, promote, and accept responsibility for compliance to Federal and Local Occupational Safety and Health Regulations, Industry Consensus Standards, and KGPCo Injury and Illness Prevention Program Manual.
• Participate in job site safety and hazard analysis.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Juris Doctorate Degree
• 3-4 years relevant legal experience
• Proficient in Microsoft programs; Word, Excel, Outlook
• Excellent Communication skills (verbal and written)
• Excellent multi-tasking and organizational skills
• Regular and predictable attendance
• Excellent legal research and writing skills
• Excellent customer service skills

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Ability to read and understand basic instructions, short communications, and memos; draft simple written correspondence; and effectively communicate in one-on-one or small group settings with customers, clients, and colleagues.
• Proficiency in adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing. Capable of performing calculations involving American currency and standard units of weight, volume, and distance.
• The ability to follow written, verbal, or diagram-based instructions and solve problems involving concrete variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to listen and speak. The employee frequently is required to sit, use their hands to handle, touch, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and reach with their arms and hands.

Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Supplemental insurance plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with Company match
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick/safe time
• Pet insurance for our non-human family members

KGPCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity