Jamila S. Covington
About Jamila S. Covington
Jamila S. Covington serves as the Managing Counsel and Assistant Corporate Secretary at Navistar Inc, bringing over 18 years of experience in business advisory and litigation management. She has a strong background in commercial transactions, corporate governance, and strategic initiatives.
Work at Navistar
Jamila S. Covington has been serving as Managing Counsel and Assistant Corporate Secretary at Navistar Inc since 2022. In this role, she oversees legal matters and corporate governance for the company. Prior to her current position, she held the role of Senior Counsel, International and Strategic Initiatives & Finance at Navistar from 2012 to 2022, where she managed various legal aspects related to international operations and strategic projects. Covington initially joined Navistar as Senior Counsel from 2008 to 2012, contributing to the company's legal strategies and compliance.
Education and Expertise
Covington earned her Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics from Northwestern University, where she studied from 1993 to 1997. She then attended the University of Wisconsin Law School, obtaining her law degree from 1997 to 2000. Her educational background supports her extensive expertise in various legal areas, including commercial transactions, contract analysis, creditors’ rights, civil litigation management, corporate governance, finance, employment matters, mergers and acquisitions, and secured lending.
Background
With over 18 years of experience, Jamila S. Covington has established herself as a business advisor representing a diverse range of clients in transactional matters and litigation management. Her career began at Quarles & Brady LLP, where she worked as an Associate from 2000 to 2005. Covington's strong generalist background enables her to navigate complex legal issues and provide strategic solutions across various sectors.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Covington has demonstrated success in developing streamlined processes and identifying strategic solutions for her clients. She has a proven ability to build teams and foster strong relationships at all levels within organizations. Her contributions to legal practices and corporate governance have been recognized within her professional community.