Assistant General Counsel - Litigation

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. 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. Establish and assure 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. Qualifications Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school; licensed to practice law in the 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. Physical & Office/Site Presence Requirements This is a primarily sedentary office position. Incumbent must be able to operate computer equipment, speak, hear, bend, stoop, reach, lift, and move and carry up to 25 lbs. Finger dexterity is necessary. General Overview of Compensation & Benefits Base compensation is expected to range from an annual salary of $165,500 to $206,900, subject to adjustment based on business‑related factors such as qualifications and geographic pay differentials. The position may be eligible for bonuses and commissions and will participate in standard company benefits. Eligible for bonuses. Eligible for commissions. Eligible for the described benefits listed in the above section in accordance with Company Policy. Information may be modified by the Company due to business factors. Life at Lennar Lennar offers comprehensive health insurance plans (Medical, Dental, Vision), a 401(k) Retirement Plan with a $1 for $1 Company Match up to 5%, Paid Parental Leave, Associate Assistance Plan, Education Assistance Program, and up to $30,000 in Adoption Assistance. Employees enjoy up to three weeks of vacation annually, generous holiday, sick leave, and personal day policies, a New Hire Referral Bonus Program, significant Home Purchase Discounts, and unique opportunities such as Everyone’s Included Day. Benefits are governed by Lennar’s policies and applicable plan terms. Lennar is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr