Deputy General Counsel - Litigation

Overview

This role involves building and leading a newly launched litigation function within the organization. The employer is seeking an experienced Litigation Counsel to serve as Deputy General Counsel, handling complex disputes—particularly restrictive covenant matters—and advising business leaders on risk, dispute avoidance, and contract enforcement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage litigation involving restrictive covenants, errors and omissions, and contractual disputes, from pre-litigation strategy through resolution (including trials and hearings).
• Appear in court to argue motions, attend hearings, and conduct trials as necessary.
• Provide strategic counseling on hiring and onboarding practices, including pre- and post-hire risk assessments and mitigation strategies.
• Rapidly seek to obtain or defeat temporary restraining orders and preliminary injunctions in restrictive covenant disputes, often on an expedited or emergency basis.
• Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents related to disputes and settlements.
• Select, retain, and supervise outside counsel; manage budgets, litigation strategy, and case outcomes.
• Advise business leaders on potential litigation risks, dispute avoidance, and contract enforcement.
• Develop and execute strategies for arbitration and alternative dispute resolution.
• Partner with Legal, Finance, and Operations to identify risks early and maintain alignment with business objectives.
• Prepare regular litigation reports and updates for executive leadership.
• Contribute to the development of litigation protocols and e-discovery management systems.
• Monitor legal trends and regulatory developments that may affect the organization’s litigation exposure.
• Coordinate with the General Counsel on overall litigation strategy, prioritization, and resource allocation across the Legal Department.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• JD from an accredited school.
• Active license and good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant litigation experience, including restrictive covenant litigation.
• Substantial hands-on experience obtaining or defeating temporary restraining orders and preliminary injunctions in expedited proceedings.
• Insurance industry experience preferred.
• Ability to manage litigation and investigations internally and to manage outside counsel.
• Proven ability to advocate effectively in court and other legal forums.
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and evaluate potential risks, including economic, legal, and reputational risks.
• Ability to develop creative and compliant solutions to resolve complicated issues.
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills, including fast-paced multi-tasking and prioritization across multiple issues involving business partners in various locations.
• Highest level of judgment, ethical conduct, and integrity.
• High degree of self-motivation, strategic thinking, and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• Insurance industry experience preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

Not specified in the provided job description.

Location

Not specified in the provided job description.

Additional Information

• Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records WILL be considered for employment.
• For positions requiring a state insurance license to perform the duties described, applicants must meet the state licensing requirements as required by the applicable DOI, must not have been disqualified or barred from licensure, and must not have been prohibited from conducting the business of insurance under Title 18 U.S. Code, 1033 and 1034 to qualify for that role.