Sr. Staff Counsel – Early Resolution Program​

Stellantis • Auburn Hills, MI

2d

About The Position

Join our Legal team, where we partner with internal clients and outside counsel
to effectively manage complex, high-volume warranty litigation. Be a part of a
team filled with collaborative, resourceful and determined lawyers who play a
vital role in our national warranty litigation activities. This position is
primarily responsible for managing automotive warranty litigation matters
nationwide, including oversight of a national warranty litigation docket, in
coordination with outside counsel. Successful candidates are those who thrive in
a fast-paced environment, deliver as a way of life and are inspired to make a
positive impact. We offer a team-oriented environment where lawyers have the
chance to grow and develop their litigation and
strategic risk-management skills.

Requirements

• A Juris Doctor degree with a strong academic background
• A minimum of 10 + years of experience including Litigation
• Admitted to practice law in at least one state and the ability to be licensed in Michigan
• Solid understanding and experience in automotive warranty litigation matters is preferred however experience in other forms of high-volume litigation would also be accepted, including breach of warranty and lemon law, and demonstrated ability to manage a high-volume docket and outside counsel

Nice To Haves

• Undergraduate degree or experience in engineering or technical field or interest in automobile mechanics
• Experience developing litigation strategy, including early resolution approaches and cost-containment initiatives
• The ideal candidate will possess the ability to handle a high volume of cases while also having the ability to demonstrate leadership to develop strategies to manage litigation using creative, and cost-effective strategies.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with diverse cross-functional teams
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously to critical deadlines
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Strong sense of inclusion and teamwork

Responsibilities

• Manage a national, high-volume warranty litigation docket, including case assessment, strategy development, investigation, and oversight of key milestones through resolution including trial.
• Lead case management best practices and drive consistent national approaches to pleadings, motion practice, settlement positioning, and reporting
• Manage and continuously improve the Warranty Early Resolution Program, including criteria, workflows, and metrics to resolve claims efficiently and reduce risk/exposure and defense spend
• Partner with internal subject matter experts (e.g., Customer Care, Engineering, Quality, and Field teams) to obtain background information, technical facts, and relevant data needed to defend and resolve matters
• Oversee and coordinate with national discovery and trial counsel to manage the discovery process (including document preservation/collection, written discovery, depositions, and expert discovery) efficiently and defensibly
• Develop and implement national strategies designed to effectively and efficiently manage risk/exposure and cost of defense, including counsel guidelines, vendor management, and litigation budgeting

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed