Logistics Legal Counsel

Requirements

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school
• Admitted to practice law in Texas (for the Plano location) or California (for the Cerritos location), active and in good standing
• Minimum 5 years of legal practices, including 2 years in the transportation or warehouse industries
• Expertise in logistics/warehousing contracts, U.S. import/export regulations, FMC rules, and OSRA 2022 (especially demurrage/detention)
• Experience with multiple transportation modes (e.g., truckload, flatbed, LTL, railroad, ocean import & export)
• Prior in-house counsel role in a global company
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills; ability to articulate legal advice and produce reports
• Business-oriented approach to problem-solving, with practical and creative solutions
• Ability to work independently and in teams, multitask, and maintain attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
• Positive attitude, high energy, and sense of urgency under pressure
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), legal research tools (e.g., Westlaw, Practical law); ability to learn internal systems (e.g., Cello)
• Travel %: up to 10% throughout the U.S.
• Work Location: Hybrid (WFH + Onsite: TX or CA office Min. 3 days)

3033 W. President George Bush Hwy, Suite 250, Plano, TX 75075 or

17785 Center Court Dr., Suite 450 Cerritos, CA 90703

Physical Demands:

• The position requires the ability to talk and hear while performing the duties of this job
• The position requires the ability to stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms
• The position requires dexterity to write and use computer keyboard and mouse
• The position requires multitasking and solving complex issues in a fast-paced environment
• This position requires the ability to occasionally lift office products, materials and supplies, up to 20 pounds

Benefits

Samsung SDSA offers a comprehensive suite of programs to support our employees:

• Top-notch medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage
• Wellness program
• Parental leave
• 401K match and savings plan
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time off
• Additional benefits

Samsung SDS America supports your professional development and growth in your future career.

Your base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This allows you to progress as you grow and develop within the position. The base pay range for this role is between $120,000 ~ $170,000 per year, and your base pay will depend on your skills, education, qualifications, experience, and location.

Samsung SDS America, Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, marital status, genetic information, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.