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Duvera Consulting LLC

Legal Counsel

Duvera Consulting LLC, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246

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Base pay range $170,000.00/yr - $210,000.00/yr

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Founding Partner and Recruiter - Expert in locating legal professionals of all levels and that special unicorn! The

Counsel, Commercial

will provide expert legal services and guidance across commercial trading, origination, and operations matters. You’ll work closely with senior colleagues and internal clients, advising on complex legal issues, supporting business strategy, and helping drive organizational success.

What You'll Do

Act as primary counsel to multiple commodity trading desks.

Draft and advise on a wide range of trading, storage, and transportation agreements and operations issues.

Provide counsel on the structuring and negotiation of long-term origination deals.

Provide specialist advice on the interpretation and application of company policies, procedures, and regulations, resolving complex or contentious queries.

Draft, review, and edit legal documents for various audiences, including client contracts, confidentiality agreements, and corporate guarantees.

Manage relationships with internal clients, acting as a trusted business partner and deploying resources to support business strategy.

Instruct and manage outside counsel and specialists as needed, and handle disputes efficiently.

Recommend changes to policies, processes, and standards to improve operational support and ensure compliance.

Monitor, interpret, and apply laws, regulations, and industry best practices, maintaining up-to-date expertise through continuous professional development.

What You'll Bring (Required Qualifications)

Legally authorized to work in job posting country

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA-accredited law school; member in good standing of any US bar

3+ years of experience in energy law or as in-house counsel at a large energy company

What Makes You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

Expertise in advising on contractual terms in the trading of energy commodities

Experience advising on commercial disputes

Knowledge of shipping/maritime law

Familiarity with doing business in Latin America

You prioritize and sequence work logically, aligning your efforts with organizational objectives and reducing bottlenecks for efficient results

Strong negotiation, advocacy, and presentation skills, with mature judgment and discretion

Ability to work independently under pressure, meet deadlines, and function with minimal supervision

Advanced skills in verbal and written communication, including the ability to tailor messages to different audiences and deliver compelling presentations

Strong ability to manage complexity, analyze ambiguous situations, and develop effective solutions

Seniority level Associate

Employment type Full-time

Job function Legal

Industries Oil and Gas

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

Child care support

Paid maternity leave

Pension plan

Tuition assistance

Paid paternity leave

Location Houston, TX

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