Assistant General Counsel - Litigation

Lennar•Waterford, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

We are 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. This role drives litigation strategy and oversees outside counsel, balancing legal risk with practical, business-aligned solutions. 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.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school; licensed to practice law in 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.

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.
Assist in the preparation of litigation and risk reports to the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors, outside auditors, and internal business clients.
Responsible for 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.