About the Role

As Senior Counsel, Litigation you will be responsible for handling an array of litigation matters including commercial disputes, class actions, regulatory inquiries and employment related matters.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee and manage all phases of litigation, including pre-litigation counseling, investigation, discovery, motion practice, trial preparation, and appeals.

• Develop and implement litigation strategies that align with the company's business goals and risk management priorities.

• Direct and manage outside counsel in a cost-effective and efficient manner. Review and approve pleadings, motions, other court filings and settlement agreements.

• Work closely and advise internal business partners on litigation and risk management issues including providing advice to avoid litigation.

• Develop strategic policies/processes/materials and educational materials to minimize company legal exposure as well as educate/train business partners on legal risks and ramifications

• Identify potential legal issues associated with present and prospective business processes and initiatives

• Anticipate and track evolving developments in the law impacting Kohl's business

• Draft policies, legal terms, checklists, disclosures and other documentation, as appropriate, to mitigate legal risks

• Manage direct reports, systems and projects to achieve unit goals in accordance with Kohl's policies and practices

• Develop staff through coaching, providing performance feedback, providing effective performance assessments and establishing performance and development plans.

What Skills You Have

Required

• 7-8 years experience in private practice and/or corporate legal department in litigation with preferable emphasis in retail or merchandising

• Superior analytical ability, problem solving, negotiation and writing skills

• Strong verbal/interpersonal communication skills; ability to clearly translate legal concerns into lay terms and effectively communicate the legal conditions which affect business opportunities/operations and provide strategic alternatives to advance company pursuits

• Strong ability to prioritize multiple projects while maintaining attention to detail

  Preferred

• Broad based knowledge on various legal issues involving Corporate Transactions, Marketing, Merchandising, Finance, Credit, Compliance, Product Development, Purchasing, Logistics, Facilities, E-Commerce and Information-Systems within the retail context

  Special Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree from accredited law school. Member of state bar or licensed by the state bar