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Counsel, Litigation

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Date: Apr 21, 2025

Location: Corning, NY, US, 14831

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 68314

 

The company built on breakthroughs. ​  
Join us.​                    

                                                          

Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible.  ​  

 

 How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectations – not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company, and the world, forward. ​  

 

​ At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. And so much more.​   

 

​ Come break through with us.  

 

Corning’s businesses are ever evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, and automotive markets. We are changing the world with: 

  • Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives
  • Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected
  • Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light
  • Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences 
  •  Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation 

Role Purpose

The primary responsibility of the Counsel, Litigation will be the management of complex litigation and pre-litigation advice with respect to complex matters with focus on litigation disputes. Responsible for advising clients on general legal issues and directing litigation.

 

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Advise on litigation and pre-litigation matters globally.
  • Assess liabilities and reduce risk through pre-litigation advice or litigation.
  • Act as the primary interface between the company and law firms in litigation matters.
  • Manage outside counsel prior to and during litigation to ensure high quality work, cost effective use of resources and appropriate focus on successful strategy.
  • Set strategy and develop substantive position taken by counsel. Review position taken by counsel, edit briefs/arguments submitted by counsel, and analyze information from witnesses and documents.
  • Supervise processes to ensure counsel get all available, relevant data.
  • Ensure the best evidence and arguments are presented to the court or other authority.
  • Prepare witnesses for testimony.
  • Be responsible for defense of claims and coordinate overall strategy.
  • Identify strategic alternatives/options for the business relative to litigation and dispute resolution.
  • Keep business clients updated and engaged, where needed.
  • Prepare litigation matters for trial or negotiate favorable resolutions.
  • Manage insurance coverage disputes.
  • Participate in internal projects related to cost management of outside counsel and other Law Department initiatives to reduce and/or control expense.

Experiences/Education - Required

  • JD from an accredited law school
  • Member in good standing of at least one State Bar Required
  • 5+ years of experience in litigation with considerable general litigation
  • In-depth understanding of litigation procedures and practices, including general litigation and state/federal regulations.
  • Strong leadership, organization, and planning abilities, with a demonstrated track record of on-time delivery within budget and the capability to drive projects to successful conclusions while handling changing priorities.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, influencing, and negotiating skills, coupled with effective advocacy abilities.
  • Proficiency in writing clear and effective briefs and strategy memos for management, with the ability to assess and quantify risk.
  • Science, engineering, or math undergraduate education is a plus, or a demonstrated ability to quickly learn and understand diverse technologies.
  • Ability to lead international teams across multiple initiatives that involve numerous lines of business, geographies, and cultures, with creativity in problem-solving and ascertaining trends and significant issues from data.
  • Strong attention to detail, collaborative mindset, and comfort in working with teams, while being a self-starter capable of motivating others.
  • Experience in keeping stakeholders informed and building consensus.
  • Some travel is required (domestic & international), and the amount may vary month-to-month but is unlikely to exceed 15% on an annual basis

Experiences/Education - Desired

  • Experience with patent litigation
  • Experience in a legal department, law firm, or government preferred

 

 

 

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

 

The range for this position is $155,610.00 - $213,965.00 assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.

 

A job that shapes a life.  

Corning offers you the total package.  

 

 Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial, and career from day one

  •  As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows throughout your career.  We also offer a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions.  
  • Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, and disease management programs. 
  • Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives, align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well – when Corning wins, we all win.     
  • Getting paid for our work is important but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That’s why Corning offers a peer-to-peer recognition program to celebrate success by recognizing colleagues who demonstrate above-and-beyond behaviors.  

 

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

 

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com.


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