Senior Counsel – Litigation, EHS

Duke Energy Corporation

Mid-level associate attorney managing litigation and compliance with environmental law for Duke Energy Corporation. Collaborating with legal teams and providing counsel on various legal matters and company needs.

Posted 4/14/2026full-timeCincinnati • Ohio • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage litigation-related issues (real estate, employment, commercial litigation)
Manage and resolve legal matters and concerns involving personal injury and property damage
Provide legal advice to key business units and project teams of the Company
Provide counsel on environmental matters
Research and draft legal documents
Monitor legal developments and advise on compliance with new laws and regulations
Promote a positive corporate image

Requirements

What you’ll need

Doctor of Jurisprudence degree (JD) from an accredited law school
minimum of three (3) years of related experience
Licensed to practice law in Ohio and Kentucky, or licensed in Ohio with the ability to seek comity with Kentucky

Benefits

Comp & perks

friendly work environment
opportunities for growth and development
recognition for your work
competitive pay and benefits

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Hard Skills & Tools

litigation managementlegal researchdrafting legal documentscompliance monitoringlegal adviceenvironmental lawpersonal injury lawproperty damage lawcommercial litigation

Soft Skills

problem-solvingcommunicationadvisory skillsinterpersonal skillsorganizational skills

Certifications

Doctor of Jurisprudence (JD)Licensed to practice law in OhioLicensed to practice law in Kentucky