Senior Counsel, Litigation & Operations

Public Storage•Frisco, TX

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced, business-minded attorney to serve as Senior Counsel, Litigation & Operations. This role will help lead the company’s litigation strategy while acting as a key legal partner to field operations and cross-functional teams. The position requires a proactive advisor who can deliver practical, risk-based guidance in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
Admission to a state bar and in good standing, with the ability to practice law as in-house counsel in Texas
10+ years of experience, with a focus on litigation and/or business counseling
Strong judgment, analytical ability, and communication skills.
Experience managing outside counsel and legal budgets.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Experience in an in-house environment
Government or regulatory investigations
Personal injury or other high-volume litigation
Consumer protection, marketing, or data privacy laws
REITs, real estate, or self-storage industry
TCPA, recording/wiretapping laws, or similar
Legislative affairs
Matter management or ticketing systems (e.g., ServiceNow)

Responsibilities

Lead and manage all litigation, administrative matters, and other legal disputes.
Develop strategy aligned with business objectives and risk tolerance.
Take lessons learned and translate into pragmatic, business-minded guidance.
Oversee outside counsel, including budgeting and performance.
Represent the company in mediations and drive efficient resolution strategies.
Analyze litigation trends to inform risk mitigation and business decisions.
Provide day-to-day legal advice to field operations and business teams.
Advise on customer issues and operational initiatives.
Partner cross-functionally to support business growth while managing risk.
Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership.
Advise on compliance with federal, state, and local laws.
Develop and implement policies, training, and controls to mitigate risk.
Handle escalated customer matters and regulatory inquiries.
Conduct internal investigations as needed.
Ensure consistent, timely, and defensible responses.
Manage litigation spend and support legal budgeting.
Contribute to P&L and reporting processes.
Improve processes and leverage legal technology (e.g., matter management systems).