Assistant General Counsel

Vadenchevroletpooler; Oklahoma; Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully paid employee health insurance

401(k) with employer contribution

CLE support with paid conferences

Job summary

A family of dealerships is seeking an experienced Assistant General Counsel to manage litigation and claims efficiently. This role requires a minimum of 5 years of litigation experience, ideally with an active Texas Bar license. Responsibilities include handling consumer litigation, interfacing with insurance counsel, and reporting directly to executive leadership. The position offers competitive compensation, health benefits, and requires occasional travel. A strong commitment to independent work and collaboration with senior leadership is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of litigation experience.
• Experience with plaintiff-side litigation is favorable.
• Comfortable with pro hac vice practice in Oklahoma and Florida.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee consumer litigation.
• Handle auto accident and premises liability matters.
• Interface with insurance adjusters and outside counsel.

Skills

Litigation experience

Trial readiness

Independence in work

Education

Active Texas Bar license

Job description

Assistant General Counsel (Litigation & Claims Management)

Compensation: Approximately $150,000 per Year + Benefits

At least 5 Years of Litigation Experience Required

Job Intro

The Classic Family of Dealerships in Texas, Oklahoma, and Florida is seeking an experienced Assistant General Counsel to support litigation and claims management across our dealership operations.Application:Please apply online, submit a resume and brief cover letter outlining relevant litigation experience.

Job Description

Manage and oversee consumer litigation, including DTPA and customer claims; handle auto accident, injury, and premises liability (slip-and-fall) matters

• Office located at 2561 SW Grapevine Parkway, Grapevine, TX
• Primarily in-office; limited hybrid flexibility
• Salary approximately $150,000 per year
• Fully paid employee health insurance
• 401(k) with partial employer contribution that increases over five years
• CLE support, including one fully paid conference annually

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee consumer litigation, including DTPA and customer claims
• Handle auto accident, injury, and premises liability (slip-and-fall) matters
• Interface directly with insurance adjusters, third-party administrators, and insurance defense counsel
• Monitor outside counsel performance to ensure efficient and effective representation
• Personally defend dealership entities in small claims and related proceedings
• Travel approximately 1–2 days per month as needed for evidence gathering, hearings, or trial
• Report directly to executive leadership, with occasional interaction with the Board of Directors

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of litigation experience
• Active Texas Bar license in good standing
• Plaintiff-side litigation experience is viewed favorably.
• Experience in employment or oil and gas matters is helpful but not required.
• Comfortable with pro hac vice practice in Oklahoma and Florida
• Demonstrated trial readiness and sound judgment regarding when to litigate versus settle
• Ability to work independently while collaborating closely with senior leadership
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship and be a current resident.
• Pre-employment background checks are required, including MVR, and drug screening.

Terms

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.All qualified applicants are considered regardless of ethnicity, nationality, gender, veteran or disability status, religion, age, gender orientation or other protected status.