Associate General Counsel, Litigation - Corporate and Warranty Claims

Amynta Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 160,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Amynta Group is seeking a Corporate and Warranty Claims Litigation Counsel in New York to manage all related litigation and disputes. You will partner with business leaders, advise on strategy, and coordinate outside counsel to protect the company's financial interests and reputation.

You will lead multi-jurisdictional matters, handle complex commercial litigation, and drive risk mitigation across warranty and service contracts while reporting to senior management.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree and admitted to the U.S. Bar.
• Experience in corporate, warranty, or consumer claims litigation.
• Proven ability to manage outside counsel and multi-jurisdictional matters.

Responsibilities

• Oversee corporate litigation including commercial, contractual, and regulatory matters.
• Lead warranty/service contract litigation including consumer claims and disputes.
• Develop aggressive strategies aligned with business objectives and risk mitigation.
• Direct outside counsel, manage budgets, and drive cost effectiveness.
• Assess exposure and pursue favorable settlements or litigation as appropriate.
• Coordinate internal investigations and respond to requests from regulators.

Skills

Litigation management

Stakeholder collaboration

Communication skills

Education

J.D. degree and U.S. Bar admission

Job description

We’re thrilled that you are interested in joining us here at the Amynta Group! The Corporate and Warranty Claims Litigation Counsel will manage and oversee all corporate and warranty related litigation, arbitration, disputes and claims involving Amynta. This attorney will act as a key strategic partner to Amynta’s business leaders, offering expert legal advice on corporate and warranty litigation, directing and managing outside counsel, and driving risk mitigation strategies that protect Amynta’s financial interests and preserve its reputation.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Oversee all corporate litigation, including commercial, contractual and regulatory enforcement matters.
• Lead and manage all warranty and service contract related litigation, including consumer claims, coverage disputes, subrogation and dealer/vendor disputes.
• Develop and implement aggressive litigation strategies that align with Amynta’s business objectives and actively manage risk exposure.
• Lead, direct and oversee outside counsel, ensuring effective case strategy, cost management and high-performance advocacy.
• Assess claims and potential exposure, and pursue favorable resolutions through negotiation, settlement or litigation as appropriate.
• Manage and prepare responses to demand letters, subpoenas and discovery requests.
• Coordinate internal fact investigations and witness preparation.
• Provide input on contract drafting and claims-handling procedures from a litigation-risk perspective.
• Assist with regulatory inquiries and investigations.
• Track litigation metrics, analyze trends and regularly report litigation status, risk exposure and legal spend to senior management.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree and admitted to a U.S. Bar.
• 6-8 years of experience handling litigation and dispute resolution, with a focus on insurance, warranty, or consumer claims.
• Strong background in complex commercial litigation, corporate disputes and regulatory enforcement matters.
• Experience with warranty/service contract law and consumer protection statutes, and knowledge of coverage principles and claims-handling standards.
• Demonstrated track record of partnering with internal stakeholders to resolve disputes prior to litigation.
• Proven ability to manage outside counsel, litigation budgets, and multi-jurisdictional matters.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, along with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to present clear, business oriented summaries of complex legal issues.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines in a fast-paced business environment.
• Prior experience in insurance, financial services, or other regulated industry preferred.

Compensation

Base salary to be commiserate with experience, plus bonus eligibility. Our compensation package is tailored to individual qualifications and takes into account factors such as: geographical location, relevant experience, skills and knowledge pertaining to this role and industry.

Location

This position is based in New York and is an in-office role; regular on-site presence is required to support team collaboration, client interaction, and business operations.

The Amynta Group (the “Company”) is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of any ground of discrimination protected by applicable human rights legislation. The information collected is solely used to determine suitability for employment, verify identity and maintain employment statistics on applicants. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process in accordance with applicable human rights and accessibility legislation. A reasonable accommodation is an adjustment to processes, procedures, methods of conveying information and/or the physical environment, which may include the provision of additional support, in order to remove barriers a candidate may face during recruitment such that each candidate has an equal employment opportunity. The Company will accommodate a candidate to the point of undue hardship. Please inform the Company's personnel representative if you require any accommodation in the application process.

About Us

Amynta Group is a premier insurance services company with more than $3.5 billion in managed premium and 2,000 associates across North America, Europe, and Australia. An independent, customer-centered and underwriting-focused company, Amynta serves leading carriers, wholesalers, retail agencies, auto dealers, OEMs, and consumer product retailers with innovative insurance and warranty protection solutions. Amynta operates through three segments: Managing General Agencies; Warranty, including automotive, consumer and specialty equipment; and Specialty Risk Services. For more information, visit amyntagroup.com.

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