Counsel II; Sr. Principal (100438)

American Honda Motor Company, Inc.; Torrance (CA); Presencial; USD 165 000 - 247 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Competitive base salary

Regional bonus

Relocation assistance

Comprehensive benefits

401K with company match

Resumo da oferta

American Honda Motor Co., Inc. in Torrance, CA is seeking Counsel II, Sr.

Principal attorneys to defend complex product liability matters across Honda’s vehicle lines, including advanced systems such as ADAS, and also cases involving ATVs, motorcycles, power equipment and HondaJet. The role requires J.D., CA Bar admission and 5–6 years of heavy litigation experience; you will advise businesses, manage outside counsel, share knowledge, and lead regional projects while upholding Honda’s standards

Qualificações

• J.D. from ABA accredited law school.
• Admittance to the California Bar.
• At least 5-6 years of heavy product liability experience, preferably in automotive industry.
• Strong knowledge of the law area they support.
• Experience managing high-volume litigation projects.

Responsabilidades

• Provide high-quality legal services and timely advice to reduce risk for complex matters.
• Prepare and coordinate litigation cases, develop defense strategies, and manage outside counsel and fees.
• Share legal knowledge and train associates in best practices.
• Participate in planning and executing Law & IP projects with a regional focus.

Conhecimentos

Litigation defense

Legal strategy

Project management

Regulatory compliance

Formação académica

J.D. from ABA accredited law school

California Bar admission

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Legal Entity: American Honda Motor Co., Inc.

Business Unit: BU Law & Intellectual Property

Department: DEP PL & Asbestos

Division: Litigation

Work Location: Torrance - Main Campus Location

Shift: 1st

Workstyle: Remote Eligible up to 20%

Career Level: 6

Job Grade: Exempt-IC2

Salary Range: $164,600.00 - $246,900.00

Job Purpose

Counsel II, Sr. Principal attorneys are responsible for litigation defense of all Honda product lines, including product liability lawsuits where the exposure is in the millions of dollars. Because of the complex nature of these cases and the high potential exposure, they require special skills and high levels of experience. The cases have also become much more complex because they now frequently involve issues related to new technologies in our vehicles that provide advanced systems for driver assistance systems (ADAS). In addition to the vehicle cases, Counsel II attorneys also handle litigation involving ATVs, side-by-sides, motorcycles, power equipment, and HondaJet

Key Accountabilities

• Legal advice and services: Provide high-quality legal services and advice in a timely and cost-effective manner, and execute legal activities, to enable the applicable Honda divisions to meet legal obligations and reduce risk for complex legal matters
• Litigation: Prepare and coordinate litigation cases for applicable Honda entity, develop defense strategy and provide the business with regular updates and advice, and manage outside counsel and expert fees, to reach the best long-term solution for Honda in complex high-risk cases
• Knowledge management: Follow changes in all relevant federal and state laws and regulations, and exchange and share legal knowledge within the applicable Honda entity/division/department, as well as train Honda associates in legal best practices, to improve the awareness, quality, and effectiveness of the legal function
• Projects: Participate in the planning and execution of assigned AHM Law & IP projects with a regional focus

Qualifications, Experience, And Skills

• J.D. from an ABA accredited law school
• Admittance to the California Bar
• At least 5-6 years of heavy product liability experience preferably in the automotive industry
• Must have good knowledge of the law area they support
• Substantial experience in managing projects, preferably experience managing high volume pattern litigation

What differentiates Honda and make us an employer of choice?

Total Rewards

• Competitive Base Salary (pay will be based on several variables that include, but not limited to geographic location, work experience, etc.)
• Regional Bonus (when applicable)
• Manager Lease Car Program (No Cost - Car, Maintenance, and Insurance included)
• Industry-leading Benefit Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx)
• Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, shutdown
• Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• 401K Plan with company match + additional contribution
• Relocation assistance (if eligible)

Career Growth

• Advancement Opportunities
• Career Mobility
• Education Reimbursement for Continued Learning
• Training and Development Programs

Additional Offerings

• Lifestyle Account
• Childcare Reimbursement Account
• Elder Care Support
• Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Repayment
• Wellbeing Program
• Community Service and Engagement Programs
• Product Programs

Honda is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.