Director, Litigation Counsel

Legends Global•Dallas, NY

1d•$130,000 - $140,000•Onsite

About The Position

Legends Global is the premier partner to the world's greatest live events, venues, and brands. We deliver a fully integrated solution of premium services that keeps our partners front and center through our white-label approach. Our network of 450 venues worldwide, hosting 20,000 events and entertaining 165 million guests each year, is powered by our depth of expertise and level of execution across every component — feasibility & consulting, owner’s representation, sales, partnerships, hospitality, merchandise, venue management, and content & booking — of world-class live events and venues. The Legends Global culture is one of respect, ambitious thinking, collaboration, and bold action. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can be authentic, make an impact, and grow their career. Winning is an everyday thing at Legends Global. We have the best team members who understand every win is earned when we come together as one unified team. Sound like a winning formula for you? Join us! We are seeking a strategic and experienced litigation attorney with 4–8 years of experience to join our legal team. This role will oversee a broad range of insured and uninsured litigation matters across jurisdictions, supporting a global live events business. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong litigation management, risk assessment, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Requirements

J.D. from an accredited law school; licensed to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
4–8 years of litigation experience, ideally with both law firm and in-house exposure.
Experience managing insured and uninsured litigation.
Strong understanding of civil procedure, insurance coverage, and risk management.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in live events, entertainment, or media industries is a plus.

Responsibilities

Manage insured and uninsured litigation matters, including commercial, tort, and IP disputes.
Oversee outside counsel relationships, ensuring alignment with company strategy and budget.
Advise internal stakeholders on litigation risk, strategy, and resolution.
Coordinate with insurers and brokers on coverage and claims handling.
Support internal investigations and pre-litigation dispute resolution.
Develop litigation protocols and reporting systems.
Assist with discovery, witness prep, and document production.
Monitor legal developments relevant to the live events industry.