Assistant General Counsel - Litigation
Responsibilities
- Advise senior leadership on high-impact cases, providing strategic guidance and recommendations for appropriate resolution, including settlement, mediation, or trial.
- Serve as a key legal partner to business leaders, collaborating across functions to anticipate legal risks, support initiatives, and deliver timely, practical legal solutions aligned with organizational priorities and values.
- Manage outside attorneys in all aspects of litigation facing the enterprise, including construction defects, personal injury, environmental, employment, land use, and contract disputes.
- Manage matter-level financial responsibilities, including oversight of moderate outside counsel and settlement spend, budget tracking, and cost-conscious decision-making consistent with approved frameworks and escalation thresholds.
- Aid in the preparation of litigation and risk reports to the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors, outside auditors, and internal business clients.
- Assist in establishing and assuring compliance with case management strategies to further the business goals of the company.
- Prepare witnesses for deposition and trial, including coordinating preparation sessions and advising on testimony strategy.
- Lead and mentor lower-level attorneys and legal professionals, providing guidance on complex matters, reinforcing best practices, and supporting professional development and performance expectations.
- Assist with an array of departmental administrative matters, budgetary and compliance activities, internal investigations, and other legal matters as they arise.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school; licensed to practice law in the U.S.
- 10-15 years of relevant legal experience, with a preference for some experience managing in-house litigation at a publicly traded corporation.
- Experience advising executive leadership on complex legal, regulatory, and risk-management matters.
- Strong leadership skills with experience managing legal teams and external counsel.
- Exceptional negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
- Ability to operate at both strategic and operational levels, balancing legal risk with business growth.
- Prior experience in a senior in-house legal role or comparable law firm position.
Physical & Office/Site Presence Requirements
This is primarily a sedentary office position which requires the incumbent to have the ability to operate computer equipment, speak, hear, bend, stoop, reach, lift, and move and carry up to 25 lbs. Finger dexterity is necessary.
General Overview of Compensation & Benefits
We reasonably expect the base compensation offered for this position to range from an annual salary of $165,500.00 - $206,900, subject to adjustment based on business-related factors such as employee qualifications, geographic pay differentials (e.g., cost of labor/living, etc.), and operational considerations.
This position may be eligible for bonuses.
This position may be eligible for commissions.
This position will be eligible for the described benefits listed in the above section in accordance with Company Policy.
Lennar Total Rewards
At Lennar, we are committed to fostering a supportive and enriching environment for our Associates, offering a comprehensive array of benefits designed to enhance their well-being and professional growth.
- Health Insurance Plans: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
- 401(k) Retirement Plan: $1 for $1 Company Match up to 5%.
- Paid Parental Leave.
- Associate Assistance Plan.
- Education Assistance Program.
- Adoption Assistance: Up to $30,000.
- Vacation: Up to three weeks annually.
- Holiday, Sick Leave, and Personal Day policies.
- New Hire Referral Bonus Program.
- Home Purchase Discounts.
- Everyone’s Included Day.
About Lennar
Lennar is one of the nation's leading homebuilders, dedicated to making an impact and creating an extraordinary experience for their Homeowners, Communities, and Associates by building quality homes and providing exceptional customer service, giving back to the communities in which we work and live in, and fostering a culture of opportunity and growth for our Associates throughout their career.
Lennar has been recognized as a Fortune 500® company and consistently ranked among the top homebuilders in the United States.
A Career that Empowers You to Build Your Future The Director, Assistant General Counsel – Litigation, is a senior legal leader responsible for managing high-impact litigation and serving as a trusted advisor to senior leadership and business partners.
The ideal candidate brings deep litigation expertise, strong leadership presence, and the ability to operate effectively at both the strategic and operational levels of a dynamic, fast-paced organization.
Life at Lennar At Lennar, we are committed to fostering a supportive and enriching environment for our Associates, offering a comprehensive array of benefits designed to enhance their well-being and professional growth.
- Health Insurance Plans: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
- 401(k) Retirement Plan: $1 for $1 Company Match up to 5%.
- Paid Parental Leave.
- Associate Assistance Plan.
- Education Assistance Program.
- Adoption Assistance: Up to $30,000.
- Vacation: Up to three weeks annually.
- Holiday, Sick Leave, and Personal Day policies.
- New Hire Referral Bonus Program.
- Home Purchase Discounts.
- Everyone’s Included Day.
This information is intended to be a general overview and may be modified by the company due to factors affecting the business.
Lennar is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws.