Assistant General Counsel - Claims Attorney

Assistant General Counsel - Claims Attorney

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Assistant General Counsel - Claims Attorney

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Assistant General Counsel - Claims Attorney (Permanent / Full-Time / Onsite)

Latitude is partnering with a leading privately held enterprise in the construction and industrial services sector seeking a sharp, resourceful attorney to join their dynamic Legal Team as an Assistant General Counsel (Claims Attorney). This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned litigation attorney ready to bring their courtroom and case management expertise into a high-impact in-house role. In this position, you’ll not only manage litigation and claims but also partner directly with senior leadership, business units, and risk management to proactively shape strategy, resolve disputes, and mitigate risk across the organization.

If you thrive in collaborative environments, enjoy guiding complex matters to resolution, and want to broaden your impact beyond the courtroom, this role will give you the platform to do exactly that.

As Assistant General Counsel, you’ll serve as a trusted advisor, managing high-stakes matters while building relationships across the enterprise.

Key responsibilities include:

• Manage litigation and claims from start to resolution with a focus on efficiency and strategy.
• Provide legal support and risk management advice to business units and leadership.
• Lead internal and regulatory investigations, and represent the company in mediations and hearings.
• Select, oversee, and guide outside counsel to ensure effective and cost-conscious representation.
• Monitor legal and regulatory developments, advising on potential business impacts.
• Prepare reports and updates for senior leadership on litigation exposure and trends.
• Develop and deliver training programs on risk prevention and compliance.
• Mentor and oversee team members handling subpoenas, discovery, and records requests.

Basic Requirements for the Assistant General Counsel:

• 5+ years of litigation experience in a mid-to-large law firm or in-house
• Experience managing litigation in an in-house role preferred
• Industrial, energy and/or construction experience is a plus
• Exceptional communication, negotiation and analytical abilities
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• JD from a top ABA-accredited law school
• Licensed to practice law in any state
• Outstanding professional references
• Candidates must be located in San Antonio, TX, or willing to relocate for this role.

Position Details of the Assistant General Counsel:

• Type of role:
  Direct-Hire In-House Counsel
• Schedule:
  
  Full-time
• Location:
  
  Onsite (San Antonio, TX)

Compensation:

Pay:
The base salary range for this role is anticipated to be $185,000 - $225,000 or more plus bonus. Pay is based on multiple factors, including but not limited to work experience, qualifications, and credentials.

Benefits:
In addition to pay, a competitive benefits package is also provided.

Confidentiality

Latitude will not propose you to prospective clients without your prior consent. Candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

About Latitude

Latitude is a full-service flexible legal talent company serving corporate legal departments and law firms nationwide. From Fortune Global 100 companies to start-ups and Global 50 law firms to boutiques, clients turn to us for top-tier attorneys and other legal professionals.

Latitude specializes in providing highly skilled former in-house counsel and Big Law attorneys for flexible contract engagements and permanent positions in dozens of practice areas, including commercial contracting, data privacy, M&A, employment, litigation, and more.

Founded in 2013, Latitude is a Chambers and Partners globally-ranked flexible legal staffing company.

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