Junior In-House Litigation Counsel

Lennar; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 127,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Parental Leave

Adoption Assistance

Vacation & Holidays

Job summary

Lennar is seeking an early‑career Legal Counsel – Litigation to provide foundational legal support across multiple divisions and state jurisdictions. The role handles pre-litigation and minor litigation matters, performs legal research, and collaborates with business teams under senior guidance.

Based in one of our office locations (Miami, FL; Dallas, TX; Irvine, CA), you will develop legal judgment through mentorship, while maintaining organized matter documentation across divisions and

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• 0-5 years of legal experience, with a strong background in litigation.
• Experience handling insurance defense obligations and/or bodily injury claims preferred.

Responsibilities

• Respond to inbound claims and demands, including subrogation claims, subpoenas, and UCC lien claims.
• Work with divisions to address and resolve escalated customer care matters.
• Handle deposit disputes, including negotiation and resolution with customers and internal teams.
• Manage trade partner disputes and mechanic’s liens, facilitating communication and settlement between Lennar and contractors or vendors.
• Oversee small claims cases, including preparing witnesses for court and representing Lennar’s interests.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Lennar is seeking an early‑career Legal Counsel – Litigation to provide foundational legal support across multiple divisions and state jurisdictions. The role handles pre-litigation and minor litigation matters, performs legal research, and collaborates with business teams under senior guidance.

Based in one of our office locations (Miami, FL; Dallas, TX; Irvine, CA), you will develop legal judgment through mentorship, while maintaining organized matter documentation across divisions and