Associate Corporate Counsel, General Litigation

DraftKings Inc.; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 142,000 - 177,000; Full time

Job summary

DraftKings Inc. is seeking an Associate Corporate Counsel, General Litigation to help manage disputes and litigation risk across the business. You will work with internal partners, outside counsel, and the Legal Team to assess disputes, respond to threats, and support active litigation.

The role offers exposure to a broad range of legal issues and risk management across the organization. Requirements include at least 2 years of litigation experience, a JD from an ABA-accredited school, and

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of relevant litigation experience, preferably at a law firm; in-house is a plus.
• Active MA Bar membership or eligibility for admission as in-house counsel in Massachusetts.
• Strong analytical and risk assessment capabilities for legal issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assess lawsuits, demand letters, customer complaints, and other legal threats; gather facts and analyze issues.
• Draft and review court filings with outside counsel; support matters from assessment to resolution.
• Collaborate with opposing counsel to resolve disputes when appropriate.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to identify litigation risks and develop exposure strategies.
• Represent the company in small claims court as needed.
• Support investigations and regulator inquiries related to customer complaints.
• Provide practical legal guidance to internal partners on business risks.

Skills

Litigation experience

Court filings

Risk assessment

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Massachusetts Bar eligibility

Job description

At DraftKings, AI is becoming an integral part of both our present and future, powering how work gets done today, guiding smarter decisions, and sparking bold ideas. It's transforming how we enhance customer experiences, streamline operations, and unlock new possibilities. Our teams are energized by innovation and readily embrace emerging technology. We're not waiting for the future to arrive. We're shaping it, one bold step at a time. To those who see AI as a driver of progress, come build the future together.

The Crown Is Yours

As an Associate Corporate Counsel, General Litigation, you'll help our team navigate legal matters and manage litigation risk across the business. You'll work with internal partners, outside counsel, and members of the Legal Team to assess disputes, respond to legal threats, and support active litigation. Your work will give you exposure to a broad range of legal issues while helping the business make informed decisions and address potential risk.

What you'll do as an Associate Corporate Counsel, General Litigation

• Assess lawsuits, demand letters, customer complaints, and other actual or potential legal threats by gathering facts, analyzing issues, and supporting response strategies.
• Draft and review court filings in partnership with outside counsel and support litigation matters from initial assessment through resolution.
• Work with opposing counsel to help resolve disputes and legal threats when appropriate.
• Partner with teams across the organization to identify potential litigation risks and help develop strategies to address exposure.
• Represent the company in small claims court as needed.
• Support investigations and responses to inquiries from regulators and Attorneys General offices related to customer complaints.
• Provide practical and timely legal guidance on business issues, helping internal partners understand potential legal considerations and risk.

What you'll bring

• At least 2 years of relevant litigation experience, preferably at a law firm; in-house experience is a plus.
• A Juris Doctor Degree from an American Bar Association-accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
• Active membership in good standing with the Massachusetts Bar or eligibility for admission as in-house counsel in Massachusetts.
• A practical approach to analyzing legal issues, assessing risk, and developing thoughtful solutions.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities while collaborating effectively with teammates and outside counsel.
• The ability to build collaborative relationships with internal partners and communicate clear, actionable legal guidance.
• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, and analytical skills, with strong attention to detail and the ability to communicate complex legal issues clearly.

Join Our Team

We're a publicly traded (NASDAQ: DKNG) technology company headquartered in Boston. As a regulated gaming company, you may be required to obtain a gaming license issued by the appropriate state agency as a condition of employment. Don't worry, we'll guide you through the process if this is relevant to your role.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is 141,600.00 USD - 177,000.00 USD, plus bonus, equity, and benefits as applicable. Our ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The compensation information displayed on each job posting reflects the range for new hire pay rates for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range and how that was determined during the hiring process. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.