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Archer Daniels Midland

Reporting to the Assistant General Counsel, Litigation, the Senior Counsel, Litigation will manage litigation and disputes for the Company, focusing on insured litigation including general liability ...

Lennar

Assistant General Counsel - Litigation

Miami, FL · On-site

$165K - $206K/yr

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 ...

Lennar USA

Assistant General Counsel - Litigation

Irving, TX · On-site

$165.50 - $206.90/hr

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 ...

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Charlotte, NC · On-site

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How much do general counsel litigation jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 25, 2026, the average yearly pay for general counsel litigation in the United States is $162,454.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $121,500.00 and $191,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a General Counsel Litigation do?

A General Counsel Litigation is a senior legal executive responsible for overseeing all litigation matters within an organization. They manage the company's legal strategy for lawsuits, regulatory actions, and dispute resolution, often working closely with external law firms and internal stakeholders. Their role includes assessing risks, advising leadership on potential legal exposure, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations. Additionally, they may help develop policies to minimize future legal issues and provide training to staff on legal best practices.

What is the difference between General Counsel Litigation vs Corporate Counsel Litigation?

AspectGeneral Counsel LitigationCorporate Counsel Litigation
Required CredentialsJD, bar admission, extensive litigation experienceJD, bar admission, litigation experience often preferred
Work EnvironmentIn-house legal department, strategic legal planningIn-house legal team, handling company-specific legal matters
Employer & Industry UsageLarge corporations, multi-industry sectorsCorporations across various industries, focusing on litigation
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

General Counsel Litigation and Corporate Counsel Litigation both require legal credentials and involve handling litigation matters within a company's legal team. The main difference lies in scope: General Counsel Litigation often encompasses broader strategic legal responsibilities, while Corporate Counsel Litigation focuses specifically on managing and defending litigation cases for the company.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a General Counsel Litigation, and why are they important?

To thrive as a General Counsel Litigation, you need an advanced law degree (JD), bar admission, and extensive experience in litigation strategy, case management, and legal research. Familiarity with legal research databases (like Westlaw or LexisNexis), case management software, and e-discovery tools is typically required. Exceptional negotiation, leadership, and communication skills are crucial for managing teams, advising executives, and representing the organization in complex legal matters. These skills and qualities ensure effective legal risk mitigation, successful litigation outcomes, and robust guidance for organizational leadership.

How does a General Counsel specializing in litigation typically collaborate with other departments within an organization?

A General Counsel in litigation works closely with various departments such as compliance, human resources, and executive leadership to proactively identify legal risks and develop strategies to mitigate them. This role often involves leading internal investigations, advising on potential disputes, and ensuring the organization's legal interests are protected during litigation. Effective communication and collaboration are essential, as the General Counsel must translate complex legal issues for non-legal stakeholders and coordinate with external counsel as needed. Regular cross-functional meetings and updates help maintain alignment on case progress and strategic priorities.
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Infographic showing various General Counsel Litigation job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 87% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $162,454 per year, or $78.1 per hour.
Assistant General Counsel - Litigation

Assistant General Counsel - Litigation

ADT

Boca Raton, FL • On-site

Full-time

Posted 10 days ago

ADT rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 138 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

39th of 111 rated security

Job description


Summary:
The Assistant General Counsel - Litigation manages a significant portfolio of commercial, tort, regulatory, and other litigation matters. This role provides strategic leadership on claims and disputes, oversees outside counsel, partners closely with business leaders, and supports risk mitigation and compliance efforts. The position reports to the Vice President & Deputy General Counsel - Litigation.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead strategy and oversee the management of outside counsel in various commercial, tort, and consumer protection matters to ensure high-quality and cost-effective representation and outcomes aligned with overall Company strategy.
  • Manage litigation budgets in conjunction with the Legal Operations Manager to control legal spend and ensure cost-effective outcomes across all dockets managed.
  • Investigate and actively manage local, state, and federal agency investigations or actions involving consumer protection, compliance, or other regulatory issues.
  • Investigate, assess, and manage the response to pre-litigation claims and disputes.
  • Provide succinct and practical advice on risk, claim, litigation, and regulatory issues to internal teams.
  • Continually review and assess related Company operational policies, processes, and practices to identify, evaluate and mitigate claim and litigation risk.
  • Collaborate and advise with Risk Management on claims administration.
  • Oversee litigation paralegals, including management of litigation efforts, including providing ongoing training and mentorship with respect to litigation management, as well as fostering professional growth to ensure high-quality, efficient litigation support.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Develop a comprehensive understanding of the Company's organizational structure, business operations and policies & procedures in order to identify and assess areas of risk, defend claims and litigation, and counsel & advise business management on matters of risk mitigation and dispute resolution.
  • Maintain substantive knowledge of statutes, regulations, precedential law, and procedural rules associated with tort, contract, commercial, product liability and consumer protection legal issues.
  • Provide regular reports to Vice President & Deputy General Counsel - Litigation regarding the status of litigation and claims, recovery initiatives, and other matters.
  • Prepare executive-level litigation reports, trend analyses, and risk assessments to support requests for settlement authority and/or reserves.
  • Develop and/or deliver training programs to support the Company's compliance, education, and risk mitigation efforts.
  • Formulate creative, business-oriented strategies and solutions to support the Company's business development efforts.
  • Communicate and provide advice regularly to the Chief Legal Officer, Deputy General Counsels, other attorneys and business managers and team members.
  • Provide support as needed to the Vice President & Deputy General Counsel, Litigation.
  • Travel as necessary to successfully fulfill the duties of this position.

Education:
  • J.D. degree from a leading law school, with excellent academic credentials.
  • Member in good standing, of at least one US state bar. If licensed outside the State of Florida, admission to the Florida Bar as In-House Counsel is required.

Experience:
  • A minimum of 10 years of litigation experience in law firm, in-house and/or government settings.
  • Substantial experience with civil litigation in state, federal and arbitration fora, including prelitigation dispute resolution, pleadings, motion practice, alternative dispute resolution, pre-trial, and trial.
  • Experience defending consumer protection, premises liability, personal injury, and/or business tort claims.
  • Familiarity with eDiscovery issues, e.g., document retention policies and procedures as well as collection, review, and production of documents.
  • Working knowledge of commercial insurance policies and experience providing litigation reporting to insurance carriers according to policy terms.
  • Intellectual Property and/or employment litigation experience a plus.

Skills:
  • Strong judgment with the ability to assess risk and develop practical, business-oriented solutions.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage a demanding workload, including meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment and pivoting as necessary when circumstances demand.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
  • Proficiency in leveraging artificial intelligence tools and other technology to improve efficiency litigation management while maintaining appropriate oversight and judgment.
  • Independent self-starter with highly effective analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong sense of organization and attention to detail.
  • High ethical standards and sound professional discretion.
  • Able to work with team members, drawing on their strengths to achieve a common goal.

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At ADT Commercial, we are in the business of helping people and organizations to protect what matters most to them. Building upon ADT's 145-year legacy, we secure the livelihoods and futures of critical commercial environments, retail location, educational campuses, healthcare facilities and financial institutions across the U.S. as an industry-leading security, fire and life safety systems integrator. We strive to have the most experienced and technically trained and talented teams in the industry, driven by excellence at every turn. At ADT Commercial, we truly believe that our people are the difference - for our organization, the customers we serve and the communities we protect. When you're a part of ADT Commercial, you'll have the opportunity to be a part of that difference every day. With more than 300 locations, a deep national presence, and comprehensive portfolio of solutions and services, our employees are always poised for career advancement and growth. For more information, visit www.adtcommercial.com or follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook.

Industry

Personal services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Boca Raton, FL, US

Year founded

1874

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