Attorney (Level I)

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF WORK:

Responsible for providing legal counsel and guidance in legal issues involving VIA to insure maximum protection of legal rights and to maintain operations within the limits prescribed by law. Performs legal research and consults with management and retained counsel regarding legal issues.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provides legal counsel and guidance to VIA personnel as required on legal matters. Researches legal questions posed by management.
• Participates in development and interpretation of policy.
• Monitors and participates in litigation representing VIA's interests.
• Participates in or advises participants in hearings.
• Drafts a variety of legal documents such as opinions, resolutions, contracts, leases, etc.
• Performs legal research.
• Reviews/drafts legal documents.
• Represents or advocates for VIA's interests or position with other entities, individuals or government agencies.
• This job description excludes marginal functions that are incidental to performing the job. Other duties may be assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

J.D. and at least three years experience in business, tort litigation, public law or equivalent combination and Texas license to practice law.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to research, reach independent judgments and advise management of the most advantageous course in view of statutes, regulations, contracts and case law.
• Ability to draft complex contracts and legal opinions.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must have the ability to read and understand complex material.
• Ability to maintain and exhibit honesty and integrity due to the interaction with sensitive, confidential information.
• Must know the principles, methods, materials and practices of legal research.
• Must be able to maintain good work attendance.
• Safety Accountability Statement:
• • • Employees must consider safety in all tasks performed, as well as demonstrate safe judgment and decisions that not only maintain their own safety; but that of fellow employees and customers.
  • • Demonstrate a professional commitment to assure compliance with all organizational policies, practices and programs; related to safety, health, and system security.
  • • Employees have a responsibility to identify and report hazards, as well as potentially unsafe conditions, to your immediate supervisor or Safety Department.
  • • Employees are responsible, and required, to stop a job/task to prevent an unsafe incident or act from occurring. This acknowledges the threat of potential injury, property damage and the opportunity for better judgment to be used

• Must comply with and support all applicable VIA EEO policies and procedures.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Position requires sitting, standing, and ability to move within VIA facility and to attend off property work related business.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

VIA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, providing equal opportunity to all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or disability.