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About the Role

About Vetcor: 

Founded in 1997, Vetcor is a community-centric veterinary services company supporting over 900 practices across the U.S. and Canada. We are united by a shared passion for animals and a commitment to delivering compassionate care to pets and the people who care for them. Our collaborative network enables our practices to thrive while staying true to their communities and values.

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Counsel, Disputes to join our growing Legal Team. We prefer the person to live in the Dallas - Fort Worth area. This is a fully remote position. This role offers an exciting opportunity to oversee and manage a wide range of litigation matters across our diverse network. If you are an experienced litigator with a strategic mindset and a passion for mitigating risk, we’d love to hear from you! 

Postion Overview: 

As the Senior Counsel, Disputes, you will oversee litigation matters across the Vetcor network, providing expert legal guidance and hands-on management of disputes and legal proceedings. You will be responsible for developing case strategies, managing outside counsel, and collaborating with internal teams to mitigate risk and ensure compliance.

Key Responsbilities: 

• Litigation Management: Oversee litigation matters, including employment, commercial, and general liability disputes, from inception to resolution. 
• Case Strategy: Develop and implement strategies to manage risk, resolve disputes, and protect Vetcor’s interests. 
• Outside Counsel Coordination: Serve as the primary liaison with outside counsel, managing costs, case progress, and outcomes. 
• Internal Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams, including hospital leaders and corporate departments, to provide legal advice, gather facts, and ensure alignment. 
• Risk Mitigation: Identify trends in litigation and recommend proactive measures to reduce future risks. 
• Document Review and Preparation: Draft, review, and revise pleadings, motions, settlement agreements, and other legal documents. 
• Training and Education: Provide training to hospital teams and other internal stakeholders on litigation trends, risk management, and best practices. 
• Reporting: Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to litigation and provide regular reports on case status and outcomes. 
• Insurance: Manage with relationship with insurance brokers and carriers and third-party management organizations; manage and report claims. 
• Miscellaneous Duties: Assist on special projects and other tasks as needed. 

Qualifications: 

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school and active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction. 
• 4+ years of litigation experience, preferably with a combination of law firm and in-house experience. 
• Proven ability to manage a diverse caseload and provide strategic guidance with minimal supervision. 
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and written communication skills. 
• Experience managing outside counsel and legal budgets. 
• Knowledge of employment law, general liability, or veterinary/healthcare law is a plus. 
• Ability to build effective working relationships with cross-functional teams and stakeholders. 
• Experience working with multi-site organizations is highly desirable. 

Why Vetcor? 

• Work with a passionate team dedicated to animal care and community impact. 
• Collaborative and supportive environment where your contributions make a direct difference. 
• Competitive compensation and benefits package. 
• Opportunities for professional development and growth within a growing company. 

Ready to Make an Impact? If you are a dedicated litigator looking for an exciting challenge with a purpose-driven company, apply today to join the Vetcor team! 

Vetcor is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.