Senior Counsel - Product Liability & IP (Remote-Eligible)

American Honda Motor Company, Inc.; Torrance (CA); Hybrid; USD 165,000 - 247,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Regional bonus

Relocation assistance

Comprehensive benefits

401K with company match

Job summary

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

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Litigation defense

Legal strategy

Project management

Regulatory compliance

Education

J.D. from ABA accredited law school

California Bar admission

Job description

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