Job Title: Assistant General Counsel - Litigation
Job Responsibilities:
- Manage and oversee all aspects of the company's litigation portfolio, including consumer protection, commercial disputes, shareholder litigation, regulatory investigations, intellectual property claims, and class action lawsuits.
- Develop and execute litigation strategies to minimize risk and protect the company’s interests.
- Oversee discovery, depositions, motions, and trial preparation in coordination with external counsel.
- Evaluate settlement opportunities and recommend risk-mitigation strategies to leadership.
- Act as a key liaison with outside counsel to ensure cost-effective and efficient case management.
- Provide proactive legal counsel on potential disputes and recommend risk-mitigation strategies.
- Develop and implement policies and procedures to reduce legal exposure and liability.
- Conduct internal investigations in response to complaints, regulatory inquiries, or potential legal claims.
- Advise business units on best practices to prevent litigation and regulatory non-compliance.
- Collaborate with internal business teams to ensure alignment on litigation strategy and risk management.
- Manage legal budgets and cost-containment efforts related to litigation.
- Represent the company in mediations, arbitrations, and negotiations when necessary.
Education and Experience Information:
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active membership in a state bar.
- 7+ years of litigation experience in a law firm or in-house legal department, focusing on commercial, employment, or regulatory litigation.
- Strong knowledge of civil procedure, regulatory investigations, and dispute resolution strategies.
- Experience managing outside counsel and litigation budgets.
- Excellent legal research, writing, and negotiation skills.
- Ability to manage multiple litigation matters in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong business acumen and the ability to communicate legal risks effectively to business stakeholders.
- Background in handling class action lawsuits, intellectual property disputes, or government investigations.
- Familiarity with e-discovery tools and legal technology platforms.
- Must have legal right to work in the .
Salary Information:
- The base salary for this position is expected to be in the range of $218,000 to $249,500, depending on skills, qualifications, and experience.
- This role might also be eligible for discretionary short-term and long-term incentives.
Additional Information:
The company strives to maintain a work environment that fosters mutual respect, professionalism, and cooperation. The company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, sex, gender identity, marital status, familial status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. The responsibilities and requirements described may be modified or waived by the company at its discretion without notice.
