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Logistec

<div>Overview:
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Opportunity for an experienced corporate/commercial generalist to work with the senior management team and provide legal support to the operations of a private-equity owned company with operations in Canada and the U.S.</div><div></div><div><br>
Under the supervision of the Senior Director of Legal Affairs, the Legal Counsel:</div><div></div><div><br>
Advising business units on current legal matters while managing risk</div><ul><li>
Drafting and negotiating general corporate and commercial documents, as well as doing mergers and acquisitions work</li><li>
Monitoring compliance and regulatory matters.</li></ul>
Responsibilities:
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Advising business units on current legal matters while managing risk:</b></div><ul><li>
Provide advice and legal support to the business units, including Operations, IT and Finance</li><li>
Clearly and concisely communicate legal risks of proposed actions and propose solutions</li><li>
Understand how negotiations and agreements align with the company&rsquo;s strategic plan</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Drafting and negotiating general corporate and commercial documents, as well as doing mergers and acquisitions work</b></div><ul><li>
Draft and review general commercial contracts, including industry-specific agreements</li><li>
Review procurement contracts, including commercial leases, contracts for IT solutions and high value assets among others</li><li>
Assist managers and outside counsel with negotiations</li><li>
Negotiate confidentiality agreements, letters of intent and actively participate in due diligence / negotiations, drafting / review of transaction documentation and post-closing integration</li><li>
Draft and review MoU&rsquo;s and JV agreements</li></ul><div><b>
Monitoring compliance and regulatory matters</b></div><ul><li>
Assist with ongoing administration and compliance of company policies and procedures with applicable US laws</li><li>
Prepare and manage compliance of company with regulatory agencies and applicable US laws</li></ul>
Qualifications:
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Member of the Texas Bar</div><ul><li>
Proficiency in Microsoft 365 tools</li><li>
Document Management Software</li><li>
Fluent in English, spoken and written. French or Spanish would be an asset.</li><li>
Capacity to see the global picture, while remaining detail-oriented and pursuing the business objectives</li><li>
Excellent interpersonal skills to communicate clearly and effectively with internal groups and externally with stakeholders and service providers</li><li>
Strong legal drafting and problem-solving skills; ability to identify win-win solutions
</li><li>Strong customer service orientation</li><li>
Ability to deal with and quickly grasp complex and delicate situations</li><li>
Strong team player and collaborator</li><li>
Ability to prioritize, manage and execute a high volume of matters simultaneously and with rigor</li></ul></div>

Commercial Legal Counsel

Engie

<div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><b>What You Can Expect</b></div>
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ENGIE North America&rsquo;s Assistant General Counsel &ndash; Retail (AGC &ndash; Retail) will manage the legal affairs associated with ENGIE Resources LLC and its subsidiaries, which operate ENGIE&rsquo;s commercial and industrial retail power and gas sales business in the United States (&ldquo;ENGIE&rsquo;s US Retail Business&rdquo;).</p>
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As part of the legal team in the North America region (United States and Canada), the AGC &ndash; Retail, based in Houston, TX will report to the Chief Legal and Ethics Officer, North America (the &ldquo;North America CLO&rdquo;) with a matrixed relationship to the executive leading ENGIE&rsquo;s US Retail Business and the Global Business Unit attorney managing retail.</p>
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Daily you will manage the legal affairs of ENGIE&rsquo;s US Retail Business, including contract negotiations, compliance, risk management and litigation management. You will provide legal and strategic guidance as part of the leadership team for ENGIE&rsquo;s US Retail Business, ensuring compliance with a complex and ever-evolving legal and regulatory framework that governs the retail power industry in the United States. You will manage a team of attorneys and legal professionals focused on ENGIE&rsquo;s US Retail Business. You will develop a network of reliable external legal advisors, and coordinate and manage these relationships with outside counsel, monitoring and controlling legal spend ensuring cost-effective legal support.</p><br>
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</div><div><b>What You&rsquo;ll Bring</b></div>
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<li>You will have earned a Juris Doctorate from an ABA accredited law school</li>
<li>You must be licensed to practice law in at least one state in the United States with retail electricity choice (Notable Examples: Texas, New York, Massachusetts)</li>
<li>You Must have at least ten (10) years&rsquo; of combined legal experience across the described areas set forth above</li>
<li>You will have at least five (5) years of experience in a major corporation in a major corporate legal department</li>
<li>You will have prior energy industry experience with a company focusing on retail power sales</li>
</ul><ul><li>You are experienced at planning and organizing legal work to meet individual, team and business line objectives while achieving quality and value</li>
</ul><ul><li>You will have flexibility to handle additional responsibilities as defined at the request of the North America CLO or the executive leading ENGIE&rsquo;s US Retail Business</li><br>
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<div></div><div><b>Essential Physical Abilities</b></div>
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<li>Ability to meet highest attendance requirements</li>
<li>You have native proficiency in English with the ability to communicate and present; verbally, digitally, and in writing</li>
<li>Ability to handle multiple assignments on a timely basis with a high degree of accuracy.</li></ul><br>
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Additional Details</b></div>
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<li>This role is eligible for our hybrid work policy</li>
<li>Must be available to travel domestically up to 10% of the time with the need for some overnight trips</li>
<li>Must possess a valid U.S. driver&rsquo;s license/clean driving record
</li><li>Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies
</li><li>Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job</li>
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<p>Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</p>
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<li>While performing the duties of this job, the employee is not exposed to weather conditions</li>
<li>The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate</li></ul><br>
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Compensation</b></div>
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Salary Range:</b> $227,000.00 &ndash; $347,990.00 USD annually</div><br>
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</div><div>This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate.</div><br>
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</div><div>ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography, experience, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors.</div><br>
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</div><div>In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for a competitive bonus / incentive plan.</div><br>
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Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more specific information regarding the benefits or the salary for the position based on the work location.</div><br>
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At ENGIE, we take your well-being seriously. Our comprehensive benefits package includes options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, ESPP, generous paid time off including wellness days, holidays and leave programs. We also help you plan for retirement by offering a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match. But that's not all &ndash; we're dedicated to the health and happiness of your entire family, offering supplemental benefits for full time employees that enhance emotional and physical well-being through all stages of life from family forming to caregiver benefits. Explore our benefits package to see how we can support you. Learn more.</div><br>
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Why ENGIE?</b></div>
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ENGIE North America isn&rsquo;t just participating in the Zero-Carbon Transition, we&rsquo;re leading it! Join us as we develop energy that is renewable, efficient, and accessible to everyone.</div><br>
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</div><div>ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.</div><br>
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If you need assistance with this application or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at ENGIENA-ENGIEHR@engie.com. This email address is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry regarding positions or application status.</div><br>
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</div><div>We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role at any time.</div><br>
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The safety of our employees is our number one priority. All employees at ENGIE have both a duty and the authority to STOP WORK if unsafe acts are observed.</div>
</div></div></div></div><div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Business Unit: </b>T&amp;G
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Division: </b>T&amp;G NORTHAM - Regional Hub
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Legal Entity: </b>ENGIE North America Inc.
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Professional Experience: </b>Skilled ( &gt;3 experience &lt;15 years)
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Education Level: </b>Other
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><p>Why this matters to us</p>
<p>Our organisation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We offer reasonable accommodations upon request for individuals with disabilities.</p></div></div></div></div></div>

VP and Assistant General Counsel Retail Energy

DNOW

<div><div>At DistributionNOW, we believe our associates are the best in the business. We value and reward hardworking, creative, and dedicated employees that desire to be part of a team committed to outstanding customer service.</div><div></div><div>
START YOUR CAREER NOW.</div>
The position will be responsible for performing a variety of legal and regulatory tasks within DNOW (NYSE: DNOW) under the direction and supervision of the lawyers in the DNOW legal department. DNOW is an industry-leading provider of pipe, valves and valve automation, fittings, mill and industrial supplies, tools, safety products, and artificial lift systems to the upstream, midstream, and downstream &amp; industrial markets as well as a leading supply chain solutions company with over 2,575 employees worldwide. This position will report to the Vice President and Deputy General Counsel.<div>
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:</div><ul><li>
Review, draft, and negotiate domestic and international legal agreements for the upstream, midstream, and downstream energy sectors, as well as supply chain services, with special attention to warranties, indemnities, damages, penalties, and other risk related clauses.</li><li>
Work with the finance department and the business units to support in the negotiation, drafting, and enforcement of contracts including, but not limited to: Distributor Agreements, Master Service Agreements, Master Vendor Agreements, Equipment Sales Agreements, Consignment Agreements, Finance Agreements, Real Estate Transactions (Sales/Leases), Terms and Conditions, and Confidentiality Agreements, as well as ensuring compliance with DNOW legal standards and applicable governing law.</li><li>
Provide advice and counsel to all levels of the business segments across DNOW, including work with foreign subsidiaries across the world, specifically in Canada, Europe, Australia, Latin America, and the Middle East as to why certain revisions were made to any given agreement.</li></ul><div></div><div>
JOB REQUIREMENTS:</div><ul><li>
2-5 years of experience in-house or at a large law firm</li><li>
JD or LLM equivalent</li><li>
Strong presentation skills to key stakeholders within the organization</li><li>
Self-starter mentality with limited oversight</li><li>
Ability to effectively communicate with all departments across the company, identify and analyze issues, draft key documents, present clear recommendations, and ensure compliance.</li><li>
Ability to recognize potential legal problems and devise solutions.</li><li>
Effective drafting, negotiating, problem solving, and communication skills.</li><li>
Strong customer experience/service/delivery and business acumen.</li><li>
Ability to work collaboratively and as member of a team, while also empowering business leaders and colleagues.</li></ul><div></div><div>
BENEFITS:</div><ul><li>
Competitive Salary + bonus</li><li>
401(k)/Retirement savings</li><li>
Comprehensive Benefits (medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage)</li><li>
Career Growth</li><li>
Friendly work environment</li><li>
Paid vacation/holidays</li></ul></div>

Corporate Counsel/Attorney

Phillips 66

Phillips 66 & YOU - Together we can fuel the future
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The Senior Counsel, Environmental and Regulatory reports to the Managing Counsel - Environmental and Regulatory and will work with colleagues across a large corporate law department in a publicly traded, International energy company.
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<b>Responsibilities May Include:</b><br>
Providing day-to-day legal advice and counsel to Refining and Midstream facilities on environmental and regulatory issues, compliance counseling, and enforcement resolution.
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Providing legal counsel and guidance on compliance with environmental and safety laws and regulations, including the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, RCRA, and PHMSA.
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Recommending a course of action to Phillips 66 business representatives.
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Participating in enforcement discussions with state and federal regulators with the goal of a favorable resolution for the company.
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Providing legal guidance in permitting and enforcement matters involving land use, air, and water quality, and supply.
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Participating in environmental due diligence activities and reviewing environmental liability provisions in transactional documents.
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Being on call during Crisis Management situations.
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<b>Required Qualifications:</b><br>
Legally authorized to work in the job posting country
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J.D. degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association
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A member in good standing of any U.S. bar
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8 or more years as a lawyer with health, safety, environmental regulatory, and operational experience
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<b>Preferred Qualifications:</b><br>
Ability to work collaboratively with a highly skilled team
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Superior mediation, negotiation, advocacy, and presentation skills, and mature judgment and discretion
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<b>Working knowledge of one or more of the following:</b> Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, PHMSA, Endangered Species Act, Oil Pollution Act, Safe Drinking Water Act, and USACE
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Permitting requirements
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Experience in oil & gas, refining, midstream, energy, or petrochemical industries is a plus
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Experience providing advice to clients in crisis management situations
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Ability to manage and prioritize assignments that may be broad in scope and complexity, and which involve collaborative work with employees in different departments or with varying degrees of seniority required
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Self-initiation on regular and complex assignments
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Effective utilization and communication with internal support staff, including assigned paralegal and administrative assistant
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Excellent written and oral communication skills required
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Ability to effectively manage and communicate with internal business clients and outside the Company with opposing and outside counsel, experts, witnesses, and vendors
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Ability to work independently within broadly defined objectives, being able to perform job functions without extensive supervision, take ownership of projects, and accept responsibility
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Ability to anticipate and address customers' changing needs
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Ability to learn quickly and apply Phillips 66 policies, procedures, operations, and industry practices
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Comprehensive analytical, conceptual, problem-solving, planning, evaluation, and legal project management skills
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Ability to prepare and present clear, concise, and persuasive oral/written opinions, reports, correspondence, and presentations required
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Total Rewards
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At Phillips 66, providing access to high quality programs and care for you and your family is important to us. Maintaining a culture of well-being — physical, emotional, social, and financial — is essential for a high-performing organization. When we are at our best, we are poised to deliver exceptional results — personally and professionally. Benefits for certain eligible, full-time employees include:
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Annual Variable Cash Incentive Program (VCIP) bonus
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8% 401k company match
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Cash Balance Account pension
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Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with an annual company contribution to a Health Savings Account for employees on HDHP
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Total well-being programs and incentives, including Employee Assistance Plan, well-being reimbursement, and backup family care services
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Learn more about Phillips 66 Total Rewards (http://hr.phillips66.com) .
<br><br>
Phillips 66 has more than 140 years of experience in providing the energy that enables people to dream bigger and go farther, faster. We are committed to improving lives, and that is our promise to our employees and our communities. We are sustained by the backgrounds and experiences of our diverse teams, which reflect who we are, the environment we create and how we work together. We have been recognized by the Human Rights Campaign, U.S. Department of Labor and the Military Times for our continued commitment to inclusive practices and policies in the hiring and retention of those in the LGBTQ+ community and military veterans. Our company is built on values of safety, honor and commitment. We call our cultural mindset Our Energy in Action, which we define through four simple, intuitive behaviors: We work for the greater good, create an environment of trust, seek different perspectives and achieve excellence.
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Learn more about Phillips 66 and how we are working to meet the world's energy needs today and tomorrow, by visiting phillips66.com.
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To be considered
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In order to be considered for this position you must complete the entire application process, which includes answering all prescreening questions and providing your eSignature on or before the requisition closing date of 09/30/2025 .
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Candidates for regular U.S. positions must be a U.S. citizen or national, or an alien admitted as permanent resident, refugee, asylee or temporary resident under 8 U.S.C. 1160(a) or 1255(a)(1). Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
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Phillips 66 is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Senior Counsel, Environmental & Regulatory

ESP Enterprises

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Description: Appellate Legal Assistant</b></h2>
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We are seeking a detail-oriented and adaptable <b>Appellate Legal Assistant</b> to provide administrative and case support to attorneys handling appeals and complex litigation matters. This role requires strong organizational skills, accuracy, and the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced legal environment.</p>
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Key Responsibilities</b></h3>
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<li><p>Draft, format, proofread, and file appellate briefs, motions, and related court documents.</p>
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<li><p>Assist with preparation of records, appendices, and exhibits for appellate filings.</p>
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<li><p>Coordinate and track court deadlines, docketing, and calendaring of hearings, filings, and oral arguments.</p>
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<li><p>Conduct cite-checking, legal research support, and document review under attorney supervision.</p>
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<li><p>Maintain case files, correspondence, and electronic records.</p>
</li>
<li><p>Communicate with clients, courts, and opposing counsel as needed.</p>
</li>
<li><p>Provide administrative support to attorneys, including scheduling, travel coordination, and expense reporting.</p>
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<li><p>Assist with trial record management and preparation for appeals.</p>
</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Qualifications</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><p>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or paralegal certificate preferred.</p>
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<li><p>5+ years of legal assistant or paralegal experience, ideally with appellate or litigation exposure.</p>
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<li><p>Familiarity with state and federal appellate rules and electronic filing systems.</p>
</li>
<li><p>Strong grammar, proofreading, and cite-checking skills.</p>
</li>
<li><p>High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines.</p>
</li>
<li><p>Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and legal document management software.</p>
</li>
<li><p>Professional communication skills and discretion with sensitive information</p></li></ul></div>

Appellate Legal Assistant

Ball Morse Lowe PLLC

<p><b>Oil and Gas Title Attorney- Houston</b></p><p>Location: Houston</p><p>Join a Leading Oil, Gas + Energy Law Team!</p><p>Ball Morse Lowe PLLC is seeking experienced oil and gas title attorneys to join our innovative, well-established, and highly respected Oil, Gas + Energy practice. We represent a wide range of clients&mdash;including operators, non-op and mineral buyers, renewable energy companies, and landowners&mdash;and are recognized for delivering exceptional service and industry-leading legal work. Our attorneys thrive in a dynamic, collaborative, and forward-thinking environment.</p><p>What You'll Do</p><p>As an Oil and Gas Title Attorney, you'll play a key role in supporting our clients across multiple energy-producing states. You&rsquo;ll apply your legal expertise to guide clients through complex mineral and leasehold issues, ensuring clarity, confidence, and compliance at every turn. Your responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li>Conducting Thorough Oil and Gas Title Examinations: Research historical property records, leases, contracts, and other instruments to determine ownership, establish clear chains of title, build ownership schedules, and identify title defects or encumbrances.</li><li>Drafting, Reviewing, and Delivering Title Opinions: Draft, review, and issue title opinions that clearly outline ownership status and assess the viability of production operations under current legal frameworks.</li><li>Providing Strategic Legal Counseling: Advise clients on transactional structures and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Evaluate risks, negotiate terms, and ensure legal alignment with all operational and environmental laws.</li><li>Navigating Multi-Jurisdictional Challenges: Given our expansive geographic footprint, you will have opportunity to address jurisdiction-specific legal challenges and opportunities in Colorado, Oklahoma, New Mexico, North Dakota, Texas, and Wyoming. This includes staying current with legislative changes, regulatory updates, and emerging legal trends across your jurisdiction to provide proactive solutions to our clients.</li><li>Collaborating with Industry Stakeholders: Work closely with landmen, division order analysts, geologists, and other professionals or landowners to ensure legal and operational goals align.</li><li>Supporting Client Relations and Business Development: Help maintain and grow client relationships through excellent service and by participating in industry events, workshops, and seminars.</li></ul><p>This role is ideal for those who thrive in a fast-paced, intellectually challenging environment where your legal expertise can directly impact the success and growth of our energy clients.</p><p>Why Ball Morse Lowe</p><ul><li>Competitive Compensation: Along with opportunities for significant bonuses based on performance.</li><li>Work-Life Balance: Lower minimum billable hour requirements and a flexible, remote-friendly environment.</li><li>Comprehensive Benefits: Full health coverage, 401(k) match, paid CLE and bar dues, paid time off, professional development programs, and more.</li><li>Collaborative Culture: Join a tight-knit team of dynamic, experienced oil and gas attorneys. We prioritize development and mentorship and have cultivated a supportive, collaborative environment.</li><li>Rewarding, High-Impact Work: Join a team known for delivering exceptional legal solutions that earn the trust and respect of our clients. You&rsquo;ll have the satisfaction of making a tangible impact in the energy industry while producing work you can be proud of.</li><li>Flexible Engagement Models: Choose from full-time employee, of-counsel, or independent contractor roles based on your goals and circumstances.</li></ul><p>Who We're Looking For</p><ul><li>Experience: A minimum of 2-5 years of oil and gas title examination or related legal experience.</li><li>Expertise: Familiarity with oil and gas law in one or more of our core jurisdictions (CO, OK, NM, ND, TX, WY) strongly preferred. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.</li><li>Skills: Strong organizational, research, analytical, and communication skills.</li></ul><p>Work Location</p><ul><li>We have an office in Houston. Hybrid work is available for qualified candidates.</li></ul><p>Ready to Take the Next Step in Your Legal Career?</p><p>Apply today and become part of a firm where your skills and experience will drive meaningful results&mdash;for our clients and for your career.</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: From $130,000.00 per year</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>401(k)</li><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee assistance program</li><li>Flexible schedule</li><li>Flexible spending account</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Professional development assistance</li><li>Retirement plan</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Oil & Gas Title Attorney- Houston

American Bar Association

The American Bar Association (ABA) was founded on a commitment to advance the rule of law in the United States and beyond by providing practical resources for legal professionals, conducting law school accreditation, developing model ethics codes and more. Today, the ABA remains a member-based organization that works to ensure access to justice for all, a fair legal process, and respect for the rule of law at home and across the globe.
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The ABA is committed to service and refining the standards that guide the legal profession. ABA staff are provided multiple types of continuing education and career development opportunities. Your work will help eliminate bias, enhance diversity, and advance the rule of law throughout the US and around the world.
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The ABA recognizes the value staff contribute to our success through a generous benefits package that protects their health and their financial security. The ABA’s wide array of benefit offerings include 401(k), medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, health spending accounts, supplemental life and disability insurance, prepaid legal programs, and a complimentary membership to the American Bar Association, which offers additional benefits.
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Flexible/hybrid work arrangements may be available for residents of CA, DC, IL, IN, IA, MD, MI, MN, TX, VA, and WI. Residency requirements may apply. ABA employees are eligible to apply for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
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The Organization
<br>ProBAR empowers immigrants through high-quality legal information, representation, and connections to services. ProBAR serves immigrants in the Rio Grande Valley and Houston regions with a particular focus on the legal needs of adults and unaccompanied children in federal custody. Founded in 1989 as a project of the American Bar Association, ProBAR’s primary office is located in Harlingen, TX with a field office in Houston, TX. For more information about ProBAR, please visit our website: https://abaprobar.org/
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Job Summary / General Purpose of Job
<br>Accountable for providing substantive case and court support to attorneys and accredited representatives. This position coordinates legal services in detention facilities, providing legal orientation and legal screenings for a variety of circumstances and individuals, additional follow-up legal services, and accurate and timely documentation of services delivered and information collected. This position will require regular involvement with individuals living in difficult circumstances and who may have experienced trauma. This position duration is for a period of three months. It is contingent upon funding availability, and ProBAR anticipates funding to extend through Fall of 2026. This position may report out the Harlingen or Houston offices. A remote position for an applicant in Texas is also an option. The primary work travel will be to Nueces County.
<br>Principal Duties/Job Responsibilities
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<li>Provides support and assistance to assigned legal staff. Provide in-person and remote child-friendly and age-appropriate legal orientation to detained children in a non-traditional classroom climate where the presenter is to be positive, organized, outgoing, confident, and compassionate in informing children regarding immigration removal proceedings and access to representation. Additionally, responsible for conducting in person and remote age-appropriate legal screening to assist with referral to pro bono counsel within 10 days of arrival and obtain consent from unaccompanied children for required referrals.</li>
<li>Provides legal orientations, workshops, and legal screenings with adults in detention settings. Also, delivers Know Your Rights presentations for local communities including families regarding removal proceedings, immigration hearings, and legal rights and protections.</li>
<li>Assesses the urgency of situations and determines appropriate actions, monitors the status of pending items, and provides updates/feedback to appropriate legal team members. Handles client case files as directed by staff attorneys and Accredited Representatives. Monitors case activities and maintains the data integrity of case management systems. Accesses, processes, and ensures confidentiality and control of client information.</li>
<li>Conduct telephonic legal screenings with relatives/caretakers for children too young to receive regular Know Your Rights and screenings, in addition to follow-up interviews needed to complete relief eligibility determination or as required. Conduct trauma-informed, child-friendly, and age- and language-appropriate individual legal screening at a detention facility for unaccompanied children within 10 days of arrival.</li>
<li>Conduct in-person and virtual post-release legal services for children released from ORR facilities, which may include screenings of potential sponsors for unaccompanied children.</li>
<li>Provide substantive case and court support to attorneys and accredited representatives. Prepares legal filings, and documents (e.g., client affidavits, pleadings, motions, etc.) as directed.</li>
<li>Prepare children aging out for transfer to ICE Custody by delivering “age-out talks” to unaccompanied children nearing their 18th birthday. Provide pregnant and parenting information and resources by delivering “pregnant and parenting talks” to unaccompanied children.</li>
<li>Participate in regular and interdepartmental training regarding provision of child-friendly service delivery, including services tailored to special needs populations, pregnant/parenting, pre-verbal, tender-age, non-Spanish speaking, and LGBTQIA+ youth.</li>
<li>Participate and engage in informational panels to showcase our services and enhance collaboration opportunities.</li>
<li>Participate in additional projects initiated by the organization to provide support to diverse client populations, including adults, children, families, and other community members, such as the Access to Work Clinic.</li>
<li>Track location and release of detained unaccompanied children and refer as appropriate for necessary follow up or intervention regarding a condition of detention.</li>
<li>Serve as a point of contact for assigned ORR facilities in division’s service area and maintain stakeholder relationships.</li>
<li>Stay apprised of the current legal framework relevant to orientation and interviewing related to immigration removal proceedings, including Texas mandatory reporting statute and current events affecting child migration from Central America and any other region commonly affecting detention facilities in South Texas.</li>
<li>Assists with referral of clients to pro bono counsel as directed. Conducts and assists with coordination and tracking of other legal services as necessary.</li>
<li>Provides pro se assistance to detainees including preparing applications for relief in immigration court, translation of documents and country conditions search.</li>
<li>Prioritize compliance with mandatory state reporting requirements for child abuse and neglect.</li>
<li>Frequent travel to Nueces County (approximately one to three days per week between two to three hours each way) is required, unless the applicant is based in the service area.</li>
<li>Performs other related duties as required.</li>
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Required Education, Qualifications, Experience
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<li>Possession of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work, Criminal Justice, Education, Early Childhood Education, ESL, Teaching certification or related field, or associate's degree in aforementioned fields and two years’ experience working with children.</li>
<li>Ability to problem-solve issues during stressful situations.</li>
<li>Demonstrate compassion and empathy with strong problem-solving abilities, approaching challenges with creativity, critical thinking, and a solution-oriented mindset.</li>
<li>Ability to utilize effective time management skills to ensure the completion of all key tasks.</li>
<li>Written and spoken fluency in the secondary language is required based upon the location and client base served. Spanish language fluency evaluation will be conducted as part of the application process.</li>
<li>Must be able to translate Spanish and English in real-time while conducting legal services with unaccompanied children and adults. This role requires strong communication skills in English and Spanish to ensure accurate interpretation and clear delivery of information and the capacity to engage effectively with diverse audiences to ensure clarity and understanding.</li>
<li>Willingness to adapt to change and the ability to work collaboratively while taking the initiative and managing projects independently.</li>
<li>Intermediate proficiency with Adobe and Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, OneDrive, teams).</li>
<li>Familiarity with conducting virtual meetings, training, and observations on software such as Zoom, Teams, etc.</li>
<li>Must be able to pick up on client visual and verbal cues when interacting with clients and colleagues.</li>
<li>Must have reliable transportation to travel between office and off-site work locations. Frequent travel to off-site locations (approximately three days per week for a few hours each way) is required. If the applicant is based in the service area, long periods of travel may not be necessary.</li>
<li>This position requires the ability to travel to and enter care provider facilities funded by the office of Refugee Resettlement, Administration for Children and Families, United States Department of Health and Human Services which provide housing and services to unaccompanied children. This position will require the provision of legal services to unaccompanied children in such care provider facilities. In accordance with the federal regulation, background check will be required for this position.</li>
<li>Must have reliable internet and phone connection.</li>
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Preferred Education, Qualifications, Experience
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<li>Possession of a master's degree Social Work, Criminal Justice, Education, Early Childhood Education, ESL, Teaching certification or related field, or equivalent hours of course work and work-related experience or related field and work-related experience.</li>
<li>Proficient in conducting Know Your Rights presentations in both English and Spanish in a non –traditional classroom setting and other legal services as required.</li>
<li>Prior work experience with children in a classroom setting and conducting individual interviews, particularly from Central America and including indigenous language-speaking populations.</li>
<li>Prior volunteer, community, or work experience regarding immigration or detention.</li>
<li>Prior non-profit experience, particularly involving immigration detention.</li>
<li>Prior experience working with children exposed to trauma, exploitation, and/or behavioral problems.</li>
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Physical Requirements
<br>The position involves working in various locations and settings, sometimes outside of a typical office environment. The position requires daily visits to immigration detention facilities and the ability to move around the facility grounds and walk distances from parking to facility. Including the need to carry documentation materials weighing up to 15 pounds, for up to 15 minutes or more in temperatures that may exceed 90 degrees, with prolonged periods of sitting and standing, occasionally exposed to challenging environmental conditions, including but not limited to extreme heat, wet conditions, and high humidity. Comfortable working with a minimal setup, such as a basic chair and table, and adaptable to different workspaces as required.
<br>Travel
<br>As a normal course of business, this job will typically require travel 40% of the time (occasional overnight travel).
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The Benefits and Incentives Offered
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<li>Medical and prescription insurance</li>
<li>Dental insurance</li>
<li>Vision insurance</li>
<li>Flexible Spending Account (FSA)</li>
<li>Voluntary life insurance</li>
<li>Short- and long-term disability insurance</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP)</li>
<li>Prepaid Legal Plan</li>
<li>401 (k)</li>
<li>Paid company holidays</li>
<li>Personal time off</li>
<li>Vacation time off</li>
<li>PSLF participant</li>
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The Application Process
<br>Submit an online application including your cover letter and resume.
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The Salary
<br>The starting hiring salary for this position is $50,123.00 based on relevant experience and education.
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<b>The American Bar Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer:</b> Disability/Veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with the American Bar Association, please call 956-365-3775 or contact applications@abaprobar.org.

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