Corporate Counsel, Litigation

The Goal Family of Companies•San Diego, CA

18d

About The Position

At Goal Solutions, we’re on a mission to transform the consumer finance industry with data, technology, and a talented team. Our company is growing fast — and so is our need for a Corporate Counsel, Litigation. Legal at Goal: How This Role Fits In Our Legal team is a strategic, business-first function focused on protecting the Company, managing risk, and enabling smart growth. We partner closely with leaders across the organization, support teams through complex legal matters, and provide practical guidance that balances legal judgment with business realities. As Corporate Counsel, Litigation, you play a critical role in this mission by owning the Company’s litigation strategy, driving consistent and efficient outcomes, and serving as a trusted legal partner.

Requirements

Law degree from an accredited institution and active bar membership
Experience supporting or managing litigation matters
Ability to work independently while balancing multiple cases and priorities
General familiarity with consumer finance, regulatory, or consumer protection frameworks
Experience with core litigation activities, including discovery, motion support, and case strategy
Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school
Active bar license in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
3–5 years of hands-on litigation experience
Experience managing litigation matters independently
Working knowledge of consumer finance and consumer protection laws
Experience with motions practice, discovery, and case strategy
Strong judgment and decision-making ability
Clear, direct communication with non-legal stakeholders
High level of ownership and follow-through
Ability to operate independently in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

In-house litigation experience in financial services or loan servicing
Experience working in a corporate environment and supporting its various teams

Responsibilities

Own and manage all litigation matters, including consumer finance, commercial, and employment-related claims
Develop and execute litigation strategy aligned with business priorities and risk tolerance
Manage outside counsel, including strategy alignment, performance, and budget adherence
Oversee discovery, legal holds, and document production
Coordinate responses to subpoenas, regulatory inquiries, and investigations
Evaluate pre-litigation claims and negotiate settlements when appropriate
Partner with compliance and operations to drive remediation and track follow-through
Learn and leverage internal servicing and data platforms (e.g., ACER, GEMINI) to support litigation and discovery