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Rock Family of Companies Associate Counsel - Litigation in Detroit, Michigan
The Rock Family of Companies is made up of nearly 100 separate businesses spanning fintech, sports, entertainment, real estate, startups and more. We’re united by our culture – a drive to find a better way that fuels our commitment to our clients, our community and our team members. We believe in and build inclusive workplaces, where every voice is heard and diverse perspectives are welcomed. Working for a company in the Family is about more than just a job – it’s about having the opportunity to become the best version of yourself.
RKT Holdings is a centralized hub that delivers thoughtful and innovative solutions for Rocket Companies® . We are the center of operations, technology, marketing, HR, legal, strategy and more that propels our companies forward. Here, we’ll give you the opportunity to launch your career and work with various companies, spanning multiple industries from fintech, to auto and real estate. We offer you the tools you’ll need to succeed, no matter what stage you’re at in your career. You’ll be able to master your craft here by working on complex problems in a collaborative culture and challenging yourself to make a real impact.
Apply today to see all that Rocket Companies has to offer!
Minimum Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree
Preferred Qualifications
- Minimum of 3-5 years of litigation experience
As an Associate Counsel - Litigation, you will develop and implement strategy across myriad legal issues, including but not limited to, financial services litigation, securities litigation, administrative or regulatory investigations, real estate law, employment issues, and contract disputes.
This role requires management of both high-risk and high-volume litigation. The Associate Counsel – Litigation will both advise the business and manage outside counsel to effectuate successful litigation outcomes and improve internal processes to proactively manage and reduce current and future risk.
To be successful in this role, you must be capable of communicating complex legal issues in simple terms to all levels of the business, including executive level leadership. You must be solution-oriented and cultivate a knowledge base that allows you to provide nimble, creative, and substantive support on projects. This role requires good judgment and sound decision-making skills: someone who is task-focused, can independently execute their own initiatives and perform well under pressure while managing multiple stakeholders.
Responsibilities
Manage day-to-day litigation strategy of complex commercial, business, and financial services litigation
Independently manage all phases of litigation across a high-volume litigation portfolio
Provide solution-focused recommendations and legal strategy to business partners and outside counsel to proactively mitigate risk
Manage outside counsel to create efficient, results-driven approach to complex litigation
Clearly and concisely communicate complex legal issues to appropriate business and legal stakeholders for consideration and action
Lead all facets of internal investigations, witness preparation, and related activities to support litigation, complaint escalation, administrative charge defense, fair housing complaints, and external investigation defense
Able to excel both autonomously and as a part of a team
Build cross-functional relationships with legal and business partners to drive information-sharing and sound foundations for proactive management and mitigation of risk
Benefits and Perks
Our team members fuel our strategy, innovation and growth, so we ensure the health and well-being of not just you, but your family, too! We go above and beyond to give you the support you need on an individual level and offer all sorts of ways to help you live your best life. We are proud to offer eligible team members perks and health benefits that will help you have peace of mind. Simply put: We’ve got your back. Check out our full list of Benefits and Perks (https://www.myrocketcareer.com/working-here/benefits/) .
Who We Are
Rocket Companies® is a Detroit-based company made up of businesses that provide simple, fast and trusted digital solutions for complex transactions. The name comes from our flagship business, now known as Rocket Mortgage®, which was founded in 1985. Today, we’re a publicly traded company involved in many different industries, including mortgages, fintech, real estate and more. We’re insistently different in how we look at the world and are committed to an inclusive workplace where every voice is heard. We’re passionate about the work we do, and it shows. We’ve been ranked #1 for Fortune’s Best Large Workplaces in Financial Services and Insurance List in 2022, named #5 on People Magazine’s Companies That Care List in 2022 and recognized as #7 on Fortune’s list of the 100 Best Companies to Work For in 2022.
Disclaimer
This is an outline of the primary responsibilities of this position. As with everything in life, things change. The tasks and responsibilities can be changed, added to, removed, amended, deleted and modified at any time by the leadership group. We are proud equal opportunity employers and committed to providing an inclusive environment based on mutual respect for all candidates and team members.
Employment decisions, including hiring decisions, are not based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. We offer opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities and provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with state and federal law. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search, application for employment, or interview, please visit our FAQ page at www.myrocketcareer.com/how-we-hire/faqs/ for details on how to contact our team.
The Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and does not discriminate in any hiring or employment practices. The Company provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with state and federal law. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation in completing the application and/or participating in the employment application process should notify a representative of the Human Resources Team, The Pulse, at Careers@myrocketcareer.com.