Global Litigation Counsel - Strategy & Defense

EY; New York (NY); On-site; USD 253,000 - 455,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Pension and 401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

EY seeks an experienced litigator to join the Global General Counsel's Office in New York. You will defend EY in claims ranging from professional malpractice to securities class actions, handle investigations, respond to subpoenas, and advise on compliance with laws and firm policies across service lines.

You will lead defense strategies, manage outside counsel, conduct witness interviews, participate in mediations, and prepare essential litigation documents while shaping EY policy on legal

Qualifications

• Significant autonomy in making difficult litigation decisions.
• Active attorney license to practice law where EY office is located.
• Track record handling complex litigation, trials, and related work.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with all organizational levels.
• Ability to interface with partners and stakeholders to avoid exposure.

Responsibilities

• Handle all aspects of various litigation, enforcement matters and investigations.
• Advise on cross-border matters with potential financial or reputational impact.
• Consult with partners on potential or threatened litigation to avoid exposure.
• Coordinate regulatory subpoenas and preservation requests, ensure compliance.
• Advise on professional responsibility and risk management in client acceptance.
• Formulate defense strategies and consult with stakeholders on strategy.
• Work with outside counsel and manage spend effectively.
• Conduct interviews of expert witnesses and personnel in litigation.
• Participate in mediations and settlements to resolve disputes cost-effectively.
• Prepare key litigation documents including briefs, pleadings, discovery requests.
• Prepare witnesses for testimony and develop EY policy positions.

Skills

Autonomy in litigation decisions

Attorney with significant litigation

Analytical abilities to synthesize law

Understanding of laws and regulations

Strong communication skills

Project planning and deadlines

Interpersonal skills to manage outside

Education

Bachelor's degree (4-year college)

Law degree from top law school

Job description

EY seeks an experienced litigator to join the Global General Counsel's Office in New York. You will defend EY in claims ranging from professional malpractice to securities class actions, handle investigations, respond to subpoenas, and advise on compliance with laws and firm policies across service lines.

You will lead defense strategies, manage outside counsel, conduct witness interviews, participate in mediations, and prepare essential litigation documents while shaping EY policy on legal