Staff Attorney, Commercial Contracts & Business Law
Overview
You will own legal counsel for the parts and supplies business unit at Lennox International, a market leader in HVAC and refrigeration. You'll provide legal advice across commercial contracts, environmental matters, and labor and employment issues. This role sits within a collaborative legal team of 5+ attorneys and reports directly to the General Counsel. You will work alongside cross-functional partners in supply chain, sales, and operations. This position offers the opportunity to shape contract strategy and mitigate risk in a Dallas-based corporate environment.
What You'll Do8
- 1Provide legal advice to the parts and supplies business unit, including guidance on environmental regulations and small labor and employment matters.
- 2Draft and review distribution agreements, supply agreements, and master services agreements to protect company interests.
- 3Negotiate contract terms with customers, vendors, and other parties to achieve favorable outcomes.
- 4Ensure compliance with all applicable federal and state laws across business operations.
- 5Identify and mitigate legal risks within contractual agreements proactively.
- 6Resolve contract-related disputes and issues through negotiation and legal analysis.
- 7Conduct legal research on contract law and regulatory changes to support decision-making.
- 8Build strong relationships with business leaders to facilitate smooth contract execution.
Requirements6
- 1Juris Doctor (JD) from a recognized institution and active bar membership.
- 25+ years of experience in corporate law, commercial contracts, or related fields.
- 3Proven track record drafting and negotiating distribution agreements and supply agreements.
- 4Experience in labor and employment law is a plus.
- 5Ability to manage multiple complex projects under tight deadlines.
- 6Strong written and verbal communication skills for executive-level interaction.
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