Legal Counsel - Commercial Litigation

Summary

Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming great products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish. Do you love taking on big challenges without precedent? Do you possess a deep knowledge of the legal field and a passion for innovation? As a part of our commercial litigation team, you’ll help provide legal support for all our products and businesses. Working for a company that invents entire categories and industries means you’ll be challenged to creatively apply your deep legal expertise to rare and often unexplored aspects of the law. We are looking for a litigator with great judgment and a demonstrated ability to manage the day-to-day progress of complex litigation. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who has experience in handling consumer class actions with a focus on online safety. Bonus points for experience with artificial intelligence and machine learning. This role requires a litigator with highly efficient time management skills and the ability to strategically run litigation matters from beginning to end.

Minimum Qualifications

4+ years of consumer class action litigation experience at a major law firm and/or in-house JD or equivalent and admission to at least one US state bar

Preferred Qualifications

Experience litigating online safety related disputes Experience with consumer class actions and artificial intelligence and machine learning Strong technology interest and aptitude Meaningful trial and/or arbitration experience Excellent communication, analytical, organization, and negotiation skills are essential

Description

As a member of Apple's litigation team, you will not be merely monitoring outside counsel. Rather, you will personally be formulating and driving strategy as well as working with a number of cross-functional teams and stakeholders across all product areas. The position requires a high degree of self-sufficiency, independent judgment and a trial-focused approach. Travel is anticipated. You will operate as part of a supportive and fun team of lawyers, legal specialists and support staff who work closely together to protect Apple's interests.