Commercial and IP Litigation Counsel

Job Description

Litigation Counsel (Contract)

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Location: Remote (United States)

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Hours: 40 Hours / Week

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Duration: 3 Months (October 2026 – January 2027)

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Our client is seeking an experienced Litigation Counsel to provide interim support to its in-house litigation team during a leave coverage. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney with both law firm and in-house experience to manage a diverse commercial litigation portfolio, partner with business stakeholders, and work closely with outside counsel in a fast-paced, global technology environment.

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What You'll Do

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• Manage commercial disputes involving customers, partners, and business integration matters.
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• Provide support across commercial and intellectual property disputes
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• Support an active patent litigation matter as it progresses toward trial.
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• Coordinate strategy and day-to-day activities with outside counsel across multiple jurisdictions.
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• Partner with Commercial Legal, Sales, Customer Success, and other cross-functional teams to investigate issues, assess risk, and resolve disputes.
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• Draft legal communications, manage investigations, prioritize incoming matters, and keep litigation workstreams moving with minimal oversight.
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• Provide practical, business-focused legal guidance while balancing legal and commercial risk.
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What You'll Bring

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• 7+ years of litigation experience with a strong U.S. commercial litigation background.
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• Experience at both a law firm and an in-house legal department, preferably supporting an enterprise software or technology company.
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• Experience managing outside counsel and collaborating across multiple stakeholders.
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• Excellent judgment, communication, and project management skills.
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• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
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