Corporate Counsel Litigation

Our client, a global growing manufacturer, is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Corporate Counsel – Litigation to join their growing legal team. This role is responsible for managing and providing strategic guidance on all aspects of the company’s litigation matters, ensuring legal compliance, minimizing risk, and protecting the company’s operations and reputation.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all stages litigation, including pre-trial, trial, and post-trial phases.
• Develop and implement litigation strategy in collaboration with external counsel, considering risk management and cost-benefit analysis.
• Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and briefs, ensuring compliance with legal standards and internal policies.
• Conduct legal research and analyze relevant case law, statutes, and regulations to support litigation strategy.
• Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders, including executives and managers, regarding litigation risks, status, and potential outcomes.
• Manage and coordinate relationships with external counsel, ensuring clear instructions, timely information sharing, and high-quality representation.
• Represent in court as authorized by the applicable bar or governing body, including simple court cases.
• Identify and manage litigation risks proactively to minimize potential operational, financial, or reputational impact.
• Stay up-to-date on legal developments, court rules, and regulatory changes relevant to corporate litigation.
• Ensure compliance with all ethical and legal obligations related to litigation matters.
• Manage external counsel budget.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) or Master of Laws (LL.M.) from an accredited U.S. or internationally recognized law school.
• 5+ years of relevant litigation experience.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex legal concepts to executives and stakeholders.
• Mandarin language skills highly desired, particularly for cross-border matters involving China and Asia-based operations.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment while maintaining professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality.