Nissan Motor Iberica SA
Counsel (Litigation/Sales Finance)
Nissan Motor Iberica SA, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
Counsel (Litigation/Sales Finance)
Location(s): Dallas, TXJob Schedule: Full-timeDegree Level: JD degree from ABA accredited law school; member in good standing of bar in state of practice and eligibility to become licensed or to register as In-House Counsel in TexasSponsorship: NoJob SummaryProvide decisive day-to-day legal counseling and advice across the enterprise, with an emphasis on the defense of litigation in consumer matters at NMAC. The Counsel will play a key role in representing the company’s interests through management of an active litigation docket, coordinating with other members of Legal, Compliance, and other key internal stakeholders.A Day in the Life:Manage a docket of consumer litigation matters, from pre-filing through post-judgment and appealManage other matters as may be assigned, including class action, commercial, collections, and replevin cases.Interface with dealers concerning the resolution of disputesAdvise on relevant industry, legal, and regulatory developments, including emerging trends and potential impactsCoordinate with internal parties as needed to resolve disputes, including advice concerning consumers and dealers in workoutWork closely with internal business partners to understand their perspectives, processes, applications, projects and technologies to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and best practicesRepresent Nissan in claims, litigation and investigations arising out of various consumer and commercial financing transactions and before third parties in connection with such mattersCreate and present training for business clients on various legal mattersManage outside counsel, including by defining scope of engagement and supervising day-to-day activitiesEstablishing and managing budgets for matters within assigned area of responsibilityCollaborate with fellow attorneys, paralegals, support staff and clients on projects, including representatives from the Company’s regional business & legal departments across the globe and in varying time zones.As necessary, perform other related duties of which the above are representativeProvide corporate governance support as assistant corporate secretary as may be requested by the General Counsel and Board of DirectorsWho We’re Looking for:Experience managing litigation, including in the consumer, commercial, financial services, intellectual property, contract, and regulatory contextsExperience with arbitration, including enforcement of agreements to arbitrateExperience managing regulatory investigations, internal investigations, and document and testimonial discoveryExperience managing and responding to subpoenasExperience in pursuing affirmative claims on behalf of the Company, including demand for payment under contracts with third parties and collections on outstanding judgments.Experience advising on workout scenarios, including with consumers and distressed dealerExperience managing outside counsel and a team of paralegals. Experience setting and meeting budgetsExperience drafting and negotiating a variety of correspondence and contracts concerning litigation matters, including settlement agreementsFamiliarity with consumer and commercial lending laws, including but not limited to FCRA, ECOA/Reg B, TILA/Reg Z, CCPA, GLBA/Reg P/Privacy, Fair Lending, UDAAP, TCPA, CAN-SPAM, SCRA, FCRA, FDCPA.Excellent verbal and written communication skillsHighly developed business and technical acumen to understand our business and anticipate the nature and magnitude of issues that could arise in various settings.Excellent legal research and writing skills; attention to detailAbility to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and leadershipBe highly proactive, accountable, team-oriented, and capable of managing multiple competing priorities in a dynamic, cross-functional/cross-cultural business environment.Proficiency with Word, Excel, and PowerPointFamiliarity with legal matter management and billing systemsYears of Experience:3+ years of litigation experience at a reputable law firm and/or in-house at a company that both brought and defended itself in disputes. Prior in-house and/or automotive experience is a plus.Education:JD degree from ABA accredited law school; member in good standing of bar in state of practice and eligibility to become licensed or to register as In-House Counsel in TexasWhat You’ll Look Forward to as a Counsel at Nissan:Career Growth:
Gain access to immense career path options to grow at Nissan with international & domestic career growth opportunities + cross-departmental career opportunities available on a regular basis.Be where you need to be:
Feel empowered at work with our "Be where you need to be" approach to work based on your role. This offers a realistic, modern approach to work based on the expectation for the position.Rewards:
Be supported with a Comprehensive Benefits Package, including medical, mental health, parental leave, retirement savings & unique Nissan perks, including discounts on lease vehicles as part of our Employee Lease Program and a Vehicle Purchase Program (VPP).Nissan is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon the successful completion of drug and background screenings in accordance with Nissan policies and in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. Nissan will consider qualified candidates with arrest or conviction records for employment in a manner consistent with these laws.Nissan is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire; Nissan uses E-Verify to validate employment eligibility.NISSAN FOR EVERYONEPeople are our most valuable assets, and diversity and inclusion are the key to maximizing the power of each individual member of our team. When everyone belongs, the power of NISSAN is undeniable. Our Corporate Diversity Initiative aims to improve business results by ensuring that our workplace and core businesses meet the unique needs of our employees and customer base.Join us as we carry our commitment to diversity and inclusion into the future.
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Location(s): Dallas, TXJob Schedule: Full-timeDegree Level: JD degree from ABA accredited law school; member in good standing of bar in state of practice and eligibility to become licensed or to register as In-House Counsel in TexasSponsorship: NoJob SummaryProvide decisive day-to-day legal counseling and advice across the enterprise, with an emphasis on the defense of litigation in consumer matters at NMAC. The Counsel will play a key role in representing the company’s interests through management of an active litigation docket, coordinating with other members of Legal, Compliance, and other key internal stakeholders.A Day in the Life:Manage a docket of consumer litigation matters, from pre-filing through post-judgment and appealManage other matters as may be assigned, including class action, commercial, collections, and replevin cases.Interface with dealers concerning the resolution of disputesAdvise on relevant industry, legal, and regulatory developments, including emerging trends and potential impactsCoordinate with internal parties as needed to resolve disputes, including advice concerning consumers and dealers in workoutWork closely with internal business partners to understand their perspectives, processes, applications, projects and technologies to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and best practicesRepresent Nissan in claims, litigation and investigations arising out of various consumer and commercial financing transactions and before third parties in connection with such mattersCreate and present training for business clients on various legal mattersManage outside counsel, including by defining scope of engagement and supervising day-to-day activitiesEstablishing and managing budgets for matters within assigned area of responsibilityCollaborate with fellow attorneys, paralegals, support staff and clients on projects, including representatives from the Company’s regional business & legal departments across the globe and in varying time zones.As necessary, perform other related duties of which the above are representativeProvide corporate governance support as assistant corporate secretary as may be requested by the General Counsel and Board of DirectorsWho We’re Looking for:Experience managing litigation, including in the consumer, commercial, financial services, intellectual property, contract, and regulatory contextsExperience with arbitration, including enforcement of agreements to arbitrateExperience managing regulatory investigations, internal investigations, and document and testimonial discoveryExperience managing and responding to subpoenasExperience in pursuing affirmative claims on behalf of the Company, including demand for payment under contracts with third parties and collections on outstanding judgments.Experience advising on workout scenarios, including with consumers and distressed dealerExperience managing outside counsel and a team of paralegals. Experience setting and meeting budgetsExperience drafting and negotiating a variety of correspondence and contracts concerning litigation matters, including settlement agreementsFamiliarity with consumer and commercial lending laws, including but not limited to FCRA, ECOA/Reg B, TILA/Reg Z, CCPA, GLBA/Reg P/Privacy, Fair Lending, UDAAP, TCPA, CAN-SPAM, SCRA, FCRA, FDCPA.Excellent verbal and written communication skillsHighly developed business and technical acumen to understand our business and anticipate the nature and magnitude of issues that could arise in various settings.Excellent legal research and writing skills; attention to detailAbility to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and leadershipBe highly proactive, accountable, team-oriented, and capable of managing multiple competing priorities in a dynamic, cross-functional/cross-cultural business environment.Proficiency with Word, Excel, and PowerPointFamiliarity with legal matter management and billing systemsYears of Experience:3+ years of litigation experience at a reputable law firm and/or in-house at a company that both brought and defended itself in disputes. Prior in-house and/or automotive experience is a plus.Education:JD degree from ABA accredited law school; member in good standing of bar in state of practice and eligibility to become licensed or to register as In-House Counsel in TexasWhat You’ll Look Forward to as a Counsel at Nissan:Career Growth:
Gain access to immense career path options to grow at Nissan with international & domestic career growth opportunities + cross-departmental career opportunities available on a regular basis.Be where you need to be:
Feel empowered at work with our "Be where you need to be" approach to work based on your role. This offers a realistic, modern approach to work based on the expectation for the position.Rewards:
Be supported with a Comprehensive Benefits Package, including medical, mental health, parental leave, retirement savings & unique Nissan perks, including discounts on lease vehicles as part of our Employee Lease Program and a Vehicle Purchase Program (VPP).Nissan is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon the successful completion of drug and background screenings in accordance with Nissan policies and in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. Nissan will consider qualified candidates with arrest or conviction records for employment in a manner consistent with these laws.Nissan is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire; Nissan uses E-Verify to validate employment eligibility.NISSAN FOR EVERYONEPeople are our most valuable assets, and diversity and inclusion are the key to maximizing the power of each individual member of our team. When everyone belongs, the power of NISSAN is undeniable. Our Corporate Diversity Initiative aims to improve business results by ensuring that our workplace and core businesses meet the unique needs of our employees and customer base.Join us as we carry our commitment to diversity and inclusion into the future.
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