director corporate counsel, Litigation - Seattle, WA (Job Number: 160001781)

[Conrad Reynoldson]

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Primary Location

: US-WA-Seattle 

Starbucks - Legal

 

Job Summary and Mission

Rare opportunity to join a dynamic group of litigators in a company that lives its values and continues to grow globally.  This job contributes to Starbucks success by providing legal counsel and advice to Starbucks management and partners relating to potential and actual litigation, primarily in the areas of commercial, real estate, consumer protection and general business law.Oversees business litigation against the company by supervising the work of outside counsel, providing advice and support to business and field employees involved in litigation and working toward reasonable and cost effective resolution of cases.Investigate and respond to real estate, commercial and business claims and complaints that could lead to litigation. Work as a team with other litigation attorneys and paralegals to develop and implement systems and procedures for the consistent handling of the company’s litigation, ediscovery and avoidance of claims. Provide advice and training on matters relating to litigation and litigation avoidance, including assessing the risks of potential litigation.  Models and acts in accordance with Starbucks guiding principles.