Assistant General Counsel-Products Liability
The U-Haul International, Inc. Legal Department seeks a skilled product liability/personal injury litigator with 3-7 years of experience to assist in the management and coordination of the nationwide defense of product liability, negligence and insurance coverage matters brought against the various U-Haul entities. This position will also focus on the investigation of accidents involving U-Haul moving equipment and pre-suit oversight of certain types of claims. This is an in-office position in Phoenix, Arizona.
The qualified candidate must possess the ability to quickly assess the legal exposure posed by a variety of situations unique to U-Haul and provide concise and correct legal advice to both U-Haul field personnel and senior management. This is a fast-paced job that is only suited to a self-starter who has the experience to quickly take ownership of an existing caseload of complex matters.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Managing product liability, negligence and insurance coverage litigation;
Effectively managing outside counsel and litigation budgets;
Directing accident investigations, including retaining consultants, interviewing witnesses and coordinating with members of other U-Haul departments;
Drafting, revising and coordinating discovery;
Preparing corporate representatives and U-Haul witnesses for depositions;
Providing advice and direction on insurance claims and insurance coverage matters;
Providing general legal advice to U-Haul field personnel on a wide variety of legal issues.
Requirements:
J.D. from an ABA accredited school and a current, in-good-standing admission to at least one state bar;
Experience defending significant product liability and negligence lawsuits;
Demonstrated knowledge of effective management of litigation;
Experience vetting and hiring expert witnesses;
First or second chair experience at trial or arbitration;
Experience coordinating and responding to discovery;
Excellent research, writing and analytical skills;
Strong interpersonal skills and a proactive mindset;
Ability to travel.
Salary requirements must be submitted with resume. We will not consider any candidates who do not include salary requirements.
U-Haul Offers:
Full Medical coverage
Prescription plans
Dental & Vision Plans
New indoor fitness gym
Gym Reimbursement Program
Registered Dietitian Program
Weight Watchers
Onsite medical clinic for you and your family
Career stability
Opportunities for advancement
Valuable on-the-job training
Tuition reimbursement program
Free online courses for personal and professional development at U-Haul University®
Business and travel insurance
You Matter Employee Assistance Program
Paid holidays, vacation, and sick days
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
401(k) Savings Plan
Life insurance
Critical Illness/Group Accident
24-hour physician available for kids
MetLaw Legal program
MetLife auto and home insurance
Mindset App Program
Discounts on cell phone plans, hotels, and more
LifeLock Identity Theft
Savvy consumer wellness programs - from health care tips to financial wellness
Dave Ramsey’s SmartDollar Program
U-Haul Federal Credit Union
Wellness Program
U-Haul is an equal opportunity employer. All applications for employment will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, provincial, state, or local law. Individual accommodations are available on requests for applicants taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Information obtained during this process will only be shared on a need to know basis.