In-House Legal Counsel - Litigation

Overview

We are seeking a Litigation Counsel to join a highly experienced in‑house legal team supporting a leading U.S. industrial and aerospace organization. This role is fully embedded within the business, partnering directly with senior operational leadership.

• Manage a broad litigation portfolio, including product liability, complex commercial disputes, and UCC Article 2 / warranties matters.
• Serve as a trusted legal advisor to senior functional leadership.
• Work closely with cross‑functional teams in an environment where attorneys sit directly with business clients.
• Contribute to long‑term succession planning as senior litigators transition in the coming years.

Candidates must bring strength in one of the following core areas:

• Product liability litigation, or
• Complex commercial/business litigation, or
• Aviation‑related legal experience

Ideal experience range: 7-15 years. This role is best suited for someone seeking a long‑term in‑house career path, strong visibility with leadership, and opportunities for future advancement across business units.

• Tight‑knit legal department with deep expertise and long tenure.
• Attorneys are embedded—not siloed—working side‑by‑side with operational leaders.
• Significant opportunities to rotate into different business units or legal specialties over time.