Hyundai Motor Company · 1 week ago
Counsel, Distribution and Litigation
Fountain Valley, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$108K/yr - $154K/yr
8+ years expHyundai Motor Company is a leading automotive manufacturer that emphasizes innovation and quality. They are seeking a Counsel for Distribution and Litigation to provide legal advice on manufacturer/dealer relationships, manage litigation, and ensure compliance with franchise laws.
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Responsibilities
Provide legal advice and counsel on all legal issues affecting manufacturer/dealer relationship, including management of dealer franchise litigation
Provide ongoing legal advice and counsel to HMA/GMA Business Departments and Regions on legal issues affecting the manufacturer/dealer relationship, including interpretation of HMA’s/GMA’s dealer agreement and issues relating to dealer franchise law, distribution, warranty, incentive and pricing issues
Draft and/or review documents relating to market representation actions and dealer transactions with HMA/GMA, including letters of intent, relocation commitment letters, notices, asset purchase agreements, dealer appointment notices to state agencies, etc
Draft and/or review documents relating to the HMA/GMA Dealer Sales and Service Agreement
Manage manufacturer/dealer litigation across the country. Management includes supervising the matter, formulating case strategies and tactics, marshaling the company resources for prosecution of the case, and the handling of discovery
Maintain current knowledge of and provide regular updates to HMA/GMA Business Departments and Regions on recent developments in state dealer franchise laws, federal regulations and case law
Assist HMA/GMA Business Departments with the development of dealer/manufacturer policies and procedures, including forms for letters, contracts and agreements with dealers; review and provide training to HMA/GMA Business Departments and Regions on franchise law, best practices, and the use of dealer contact reports
Assist Audit and Finance on legal issues relating to dealer incentive and warranty audit matters; manage related dealer responses
Conduct, as needed, research into various state law franchise affairs. Prepare memoranda regarding the same
High level of independent judgment needed for problem solving and identification of critical issues affecting HMA/GMA’s dealer body
Support various HMA/GMA departments through obtaining feedback and suggestions for program improvements, and considering what changes are feasible and appropriate
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required
Juris Doctorate required
Eight or more years of professional experience, preferably with at least three years in automotive franchise law/affairs
Strong analytical skills, strong drafting and negotiation skills, strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to analyze and provide review and commentary on business risk within compressed time frames
An understanding of 50-state franchise laws
A strong understanding of automotive dealer operations and networks
Excellent people skills
Team-oriented and willing to work collectively
Strong work ethic essential
Self-motivated and innovative
Licensed California attorney or ability to be licensed in California
Benefits
Monthly Hyundai/Genesis vehicle lease allowance (including insurance and maintenance)
Holiday Pay - the company shuts down with pay between Christmas and New Years.
Vacation and sick time off
Healthcare insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
401(K) company match
Additional 401(K) Employer Enhanced Contribution program – eligible after 1 year of employment, in addition to the regular employer matching contribution
Basic life insurance, short- and long-term disability
Mental health, wellbeing, and employee assistance program
Health advocate (coordinate care and services, assistance with claim and billing issues, understanding Hyundai benefits)
Company
Hyundai Motor Company
Hyundai Motor Company is a multinational automotive manufacturer with various vehicle lineups, brand vision, and global campaigns.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1974-06-28IPO
Leadership Team
Don Romano
Chief Executive Officer
Steve Flamand
President and CEO
Recent News
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