In-house Legal Counsel - Litigation

About the role

Legal Counsel is an early-career attorney who provides foundational legal support across multiple divisions and state jurisdictions. This role handles pre-litigation and minor litigation matters, conducts legal research, and partners with business teams to address routine issues while developing legal judgment under senior guidance.

Responsibilities

• Respond to inbound claims and demands, including subrogation claims, subpoenas, and UCC lien claims – working with the divisions and the Risk department to resolve issues efficiently.
• Work with divisions to address and resolve escalated customer care matters.
• Handle deposit disputes, including negotiation and resolution with customers and internal teams.
• Manage trade partner disputes and mechanic’s liens, facilitating communication and settlement between Lennar and contractors or vendors.
• Oversee small claims cases, including preparing witnesses for court and representing Lennar’s interests throughout the process.
• Help manage external law firms on routine and lower-risk matters to ensure cost-efficient, high-quality legal support aligned with business goals.
• Respond to Contractor’s License Board complaints and DRE complaints, coordinating with relevant regulatory agencies and internal departments.
• Assist with other pre-litigation and minor litigation matters as needed.
• Perform legal research and analysis in support of pre-litigation strategy and regulatory matters, preparing clear memoranda and recommendations for review by senior attorneys.
• Develop legal judgment through hands-on experience, feedback, and mentorship, progressively increasing responsibility and complexity of work handled.
• Maintain accurate and well-organized matter documentation and records across multiple divisions and state jurisdictions, ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, and internal record-keeping requirements.
• Help identify legal risks and emerging trends and propose business-oriented solutions.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school; licensed to practice law in the U.S.
• 0-5 years of legal experience, with a strong background in litigation.
• Experience handling insurance defense obligations and/or handling bodily injury claims preferred.
• Position based in Miami, FL; Dallas, TX; or Irvine, CA.
• Exceptional negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to operate at both strategic and operational levels, balancing legal risk with business growth.

Pay

Irvine, CA compensation range: $126,500.00 - $189,700.00 annually.

Benefits

• Robust health insurance plans, including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with a $1 for $1 Company Match up to 5%.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Associate Assistance Plan.
• Education Assistance Program.
• Up to $30,000 in Adoption Assistance.
• Up to three weeks of vacation annually from the moment of hire.
• Generous Holiday, Sick Leave, and Personal Day policies.
• New Hire Referral Bonus Program.
• Significant Home Purchase Discounts.
• Everyone’s Included Day.

Schedule

This is primarily a sedentary office position which requires the ability to operate computer equipment, speak, hear, bend, stoop, reach, lift, and move and carry up to 25 lbs. Finger dexterity is necessary.