Are you a legal professional who not only thinks logically and analytically, but also displays creativity in your problem-solving? Do you want to be a part of a top-notch in-house legal department?

Then apply today to our Legal Team at Ashley Furniture – the World’s Largest Furniture Manufacturer and number one furniture retailer in North America!

Our in-house legal team works daily supporting our growing, multi-billion dollar business. They oversee our intellectual property, contracts, litigation, and international work with a passion, drive and discipline like no other.

What Will You Do?

Your primary role will be defending the company in all aspects of claims and litigated matters in state and federal courts. You will lead document preservation efforts, conduct fact investigations, draft and revise legal documents, and negotiate settlements. This role will also involve directly managing outside counsel, including guiding case strategy, preparing and reviewing discovery, interviewing and preparing witnesses for deposition or trial, and ensuring compliance with outside counsel guidelines. The litigation team includes two paralegals, with whom you will work closely and provide direction. We also work very closely with the Risk Management team to manage claims ranging from personal injury to complex commercial disputes and class actions.

You will work closely with your assigned business leaders and the legal team to provide legal research and advice, both proactively and reactively, in your specific areas. You will recommend and implement best practices and proactive strategies consistent with legal requirements and emerging trends to minimize liability and promote the Company’s strategic plan. Working with stake holders and collaborating with business leaders will be a daily process as you develop, write, review and revise company policies and procedures. Representing Ashley, you will attend depositions, mediations, conferences, trials and meetings with regulators as necessary.

What Do You Need?

• Juris Doctorate from accredited ABA law school, required.
• 10+ years of litigation experience, preferably in-house with a related industry.
• License to practice law and in good standing under the Bar of any state that enables admission to practice as in-house counsel in Florida (Florida Bar admission preferred).
• Creativity and resourcefulness, with a bias toward well-informed action.
• Track record of handling complex, high-dollar negotiations.
• The ability to think outside the box and implement a desired strategy.
• Proven capability of actively participating in and influencing cross-functional teams.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Who Are We?

At Ashley, we’re more than a business…we’re family. As the largest manufacturer of home furnishings in the world, we know what it takes to build incredible furniture and future leaders. We’re problem solvers with the grit to persevere during challenging times and innovators who won't coast when times are good. We create solutions, not excuses. And never settle for status quo.

It’s the reason we’re always searching for better ways to delivering an exceptional customer experience. That's why Ashley Furniture is #1 in our industry.

Ready to grow? You’ve come to the right place. Ashley Furniture has a “Growth Mindset”, and once you join our team, you’ll learn from the best in the business.

Apply today and find your home at Ashley!

Benefits We Offer

• Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Your Birthday off
• Generous Employee Discount on home furnishings
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Telehealth
• 401(k) and Profit Sharing
• Life Insurance

Our Core Values

• Honesty & Integrity
• Passion, Drive, Discipline
• Continuous Improvement/Operational Excellence
• Dirty Fingernail
• Growth Focused

To learn more about Ashley Furniture, our community engagement programs, environmental stewardship, and our core values, please visit our Corporate Social Responsibility information page:

We are an equal opportunity employer and provide a drug-free working environment. While Ashley appreciates the interest of all candidates, only those meeting specific position requirements may be contacted. Principals Only.