In-House Counsel (Vicksburg, MS)

Terral RiverService, Inc is seeking an attorney to serve out of the Vicksburg, MS office as Terral’s in-house counsel.Essential Job Functions : Provide legal support to all departments in Terral.Manage Terral’s insurance claims and relationships with brokers and underwriters.Structure, negotiate, and draft agreements, including non-disclosure agreements, lease agreements, freight contracts, and any other contractual needs that may arise.Provide strategic legal guidance to all departments and assist with the administration of contracts in accordance with Terral’s policies and legal requirements.Research, review, and interpret the requirements of government agencies, laws, statutes, rules, regulations, and court decisions that are relevant to Terral’s line of business.Recognize and evaluate risks and propose solutions to mitigate risk.Take lead on legal projects and related assignments.Perform other duties as required by the company.Skills, Expertise, and Education : Excellent academic credentials, strong research, writing, communication, and advocacy skills as well as excellent references.Experience practicing in federal court and a background in maritime law is preferred, though not required.Juris Doctor from an accredited U.S. law school.Two to four years of experience in the practice of maritime law, focusing on drafting and negotiating commercial contracts.Admission to practice law in at least one state; Louisiana preferred.Studies and training in commercial, corporate, and maritime law.Compensation : Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, vision, retirement plan, etc.Note : This job description provides a general overview of the typical responsibilities and qualifications for an in-house counsel. Actual job requirements may vary based on the specific needs of the organization and industry standards.About Terral RiverService, Inc : Terral RiverService (TRS) is a family-owned business with an expanding presence of fleets, boats, and barges across much of the U.S. inland waterway system. We take pride in fostering a unique culture that differs from the typical corporate environment. We've intentionally minimized layers of management to ensure our employees are actively involved in the company's direction. This approach enables our management team to make swift decisions for our customers. We are always seeking qualified individuals who are eager to grow with us and help shape the future of our company.#J-18808-Ljbffr