Description:
Title: Senior Counsel, LitigationLocation: Dallas, TX / Austin, TX/ Bedminster, NJ
Reporting to: General Counsel
About Hippo:
Hippo exists to protect the joy of homeownership. We believe that insurance should protect the things you treasure through an intuitive, modern experience. We provide tailored insurance coverage and preventative maintenance plans that keep you protected throughout your homeowner journey. We'll also help you find coverage for everything life brings—from auto to flood—reimagining how you care for your home.
About This Role:
We are looking for a versatile Senior Counsel, Litigation to join our small, but mighty Legal team. In this role, you'll be the go-to advisor across a wide range of legal matters—from litigation strategy and management to contract negotiations to supporting our insurance claims team.
You'll manage complex litigation (including class actions and corporate disputes), partner with outside counsel, and provide practical, business-oriented guidance to internal stakeholders. You'll advise on a broad range of matters including drafting and negotiating commercial agreements, advise on regulatory and claims issues, and help the business navigate risk in a fast-paced environment.
About You:
You are an experienced litigation attorney in the insurance industry who thrives on variety. You're eager to roll up your sleeves, juggle competing priorities, and apply your deep legal expertise to both litigation and business challenges. You are proactive, detail-oriented, and skilled at navigating risk while keeping the company's goals in focus. You excel in collaborative environments and can communicate effectively with both legal and non-legal stakeholders.
What You'll Do:
- Lead litigation strategy across commercial disputes, employment claims, and class actions
- Partner with outside counsel on case strategy, discovery, pleadings, and settlement negotiations
- Track and manage litigation budgets, legal holds, and reporting requirements
- Support internal investigations and strengthen processes relating to managing subpoenas, document requests, and other inquiries
- Support the insurance claims team on disputes, investigations, and regulatory matters
- Draft, negotiate, and review a wide variety of commercial contracts
- Advise business leaders on litigation risks, pre-dispute strategy, and compliance issues
- Manage outside counsel and litigation budgets
Must Haves:
- J.D. and active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
- + 10 years of legal experience, prior in-house counsel with experience, preferred; law firm experience also valued
- Experience managing outside counsel and litigation strategy from start to resolution
- Experience in P&C insurance and/or claims, with class action litigation strongly preferred
- Strong background in litigation management and contract negotiation
- Deep understanding of legal risk, dispute resolution, and regulatory frameworks
- A proactive, flexible, business- minded problem solver who thrives in fast- paced, collaborative environments
- Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- High level of integrity, discretion, and sound judgment in handling sensitive legal matters
Benefits And Perks:
Hippo treats its team members with the same level of dedication and care as we do our customers, which is why we're fortunate to provide all of our Hippos with:
- Healthy Hippos Benefits - Multiple medical plans to choose from and 100% employer covered dental & vision plans for our team members and their families. We also offer a 401(k)-retirement plan, short & long-term disability, employer-paid life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for health and dependent care, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Equity - This position is eligible for equity compensation
- Training and Career Growth - Training and internal career growth opportunities
- Flexible Time Off - You know when and how you should recharge
- Little Hippos Program - We offer 12 weeks of parental leave for primary and secondary caregivers
- Hippo Habitat - Snacks and drinks available for onsite employees
Hippo is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a team culture that celebrates diversity and inclusion.
Hippo's applicants are considered solely based on their qualifications, without regard to an applicant's disability or need for accommodation. Any Hippo applicant who requires reasonable accommodations during the application process should contact the Hippo's People Team to make the need for an accommodation known.
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