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Position Overview

A leading global manufacturing organization is seeking a seasoned litigation attorney to serve as Senior Litigation Counsel for their North American operations. This strategic role requires managing complex legal matters while maintaining close coordination with international headquarters and subsidiaries. The ideal candidate will possess deep litigation expertise and demonstrate cultural alignment with our collaborative, results-driven environment. Mandarin Chinese fluency is required.

Required Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from ABA-accredited institution
• Active admission to New Jersey, New York, or California State Bar (good standing required)
• Minimum 10 years of civil litigation experience, with a preference for in-house corporate roles, with recent experience in the manufacturing industry
• Fluent Mandarin Chinese speaking, reading, and writing capabilities (mandatory)
• Demonstrated success managing complex, high-stakes litigation matters
• Substantial experience in product liability, commercial litigation, and regulatory investigations
• Mandatory work experience with federal agencies (CPSC, FTC, ITC) and enforcement procedures preferred
• Trade law, customs, or intellectual property litigation background valued
• Ability to work effectively in an international business environment, under different time zones

Core Responsibilities

• Legal Strategy & Case Management:
• Direct all aspects of civil litigation across state and federal jurisdictions, from case inception through resolution
• Craft comprehensive litigation strategies that balance risk mitigation with business objectives
• Handle complex discovery processes, motion practice, and trial preparation
• Represent the organization in court proceedings, settlement negotiations, and alternative dispute resolution

Global Legal Coordination:

Collaborate extensively with international legal teams to ensure a unified approach to cross-border matters

Facilitate communication between North American operations and the overseas parent company

Provide guidance on U.S. legal developments affecting worldwide business operations

Support global risk assessment and compliance initiatives

Regulatory Affairs & Compliance:

Lead responses to government agency inquiries and enforcement actions

Coordinate with regulatory bodies on product safety, consumer protection, and trade matters

Partner with cross-functional teams on compliance programs and risk prevention strategies

Manage crisis response protocols for product-related issues

Legal Operations:

Supervise external legal counsel relationships, ensuring cost-effective and high-quality representation

Provide mentorship and guidance to legal department personnel

Establish and maintain performance metrics for legal service delivery

Drive process improvements and operational efficiency initiatives

Strategic Advisory:

Monitor the evolving legal landscape affecting the manufacturing sector

Deliver actionable legal insights to executive leadership

Participate in strategic business planning and risk assessment

Develop preventive legal strategies to minimize future litigation exposure

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