Corporate Counsel and Associate Counsel Duties: Work collaboratively with a group of in-house lawyers on projects and cases which influence multiple aspects of the business. Manage and work with outside counsel, as appropriate, to assist areas of responsibility. Collaborate with and interact with the company's business leaders. As an integral part of the team, will proactively assess legal risks and advise on decisions that will advance the company's business. Work closely with executives and managers in the Retail Development function to achieve objectives related to the dealer network. Providing advice on dealer franchise law and review and development of company policies related to network planning, dealer sales performance, dealer financial performance, dealer establishment, dealership transfers, dealership facility requirements, sales incentives, marketing, service and warranty operations, distribution, and customer service. Assist with the drafting of policy documents, letters, dealer agreements, and dealership performance reviews. Manage litigation, including risk assessment, case strategy, settlement, budgeting, discovery and other case management activities. This includes claims and defenses related to dealer add points, protests, terminations, bankruptcies, audits, etc. Advise and train managers in many departments of the company related to dealer operations and legal issues. Proactively address other legal matters as needed and work collaboratively with colleagues, as appropriate.
Qualifications: JD Degree from a top-tier ABA-accredited law school preferred. Admitted to California State Bar. Experience from a top-tier law firm preferred. Experience in automotive industry is helpful. Direct experience in dealer franchise law is helpful but not required. Both transactional and litigation background is helpful. Corporate Counsel: 5-8 years top-tier law firm or in-house experience preferred Associate Counsel: 3-5 years top-tier law firm or in-house experience preferred Mastery of standard office software (Microsoft Office) and ability to learn other company software systems. Outstanding writing and editing skills. Work collaboratively and cross-functionally with other in-house counsel team members in other legal areas to identify and resolve legal issues. Ability to create timely and insightful executive reports and analysis. Demonstrate managerial, organizational, and interpersonal communication (verbal and written) skills..
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