Assistant General Counsel, Litigation

About This Role

This role serves as a strategic legal partner leading the management of litigation and pre-litigation matters across the U.S. for a growth-oriented real estate services organization. The Assistant General Counsel will provide proactive, solutions-focused counsel to mitigate risk and support operational excellence and corporate governance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a diverse portfolio of U.S. litigation and dispute matters
• Select, oversee, and direct outside counsel to ensure efficient, high-quality representation
• Serve as the primary liaison between outside counsel and internal business leaders
• Manage pre-litigation matters, including investigative assessments and dispute resolution
• Drive internal fact-gathering efforts, including document collection and witness interviews
• Maintain and optimize matter management and e-billing systems for accurate tracking and reporting
• Prepare executive-level litigation reports, KPIs, and risk assessments for senior leadership
• Deliver clear, concise legal guidance on complex matters balancing risk and business objectives
• Partner cross-functionally with Legal, HR, Risk, Compliance, Operations, and business units
• Support other legal initiatives and special projects as assigned

Requirements

• 8+ years of relevant litigation experience
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Active membership in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar
• Deep knowledge of U.S. litigation processes, strategy, and risk management
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Strong negotiation capabilities and sound business judgment

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• 8+ years of relevant litigation experience, preferably with a blend of law firm and in-house corporate practice.

Nice to Have

• Background in the real estate services, property management, or related industry

Benefits