Senior AI Litigation Counsel — In-House, Hybrid

OpenAI, Inc.; United States; Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

OpenAI, Inc. is seeking an experienced counsel to join our Litigation and Regulatory team to address AI-related litigation matters, including products liability and mass torts. The role collaborates across Legal, Communications, Global Affairs, and Executive teams in a cross-functional environment.

Based in San Francisco with a hybrid schedule (3 days in office) and relocation assistance, you will guide strategy, manage outside counsel, and stay ahead of evolving laws affecting AI technologies.

Qualifications

• Ten+ years of combined litigation experience, including inhouse at software/online tech companies.
• Experience with MDLs/JCCPs and other large litigations.
• JD and license to practice in CA.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel on global litigation matters including products liability, mass torts, model output liability, and commercial disputes.
• Manage and oversee outside counsel across discovery, motions, trial prep, and settlements.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to gather information, assess risk, and develop litigation strategies.
• Stay current on laws, regulations, and industry trends and provide updates to leadership.

Skills

In-house litigation

Tech industry experience

MDLs/JCCPs experience

Judgment under ambiguity

CA bar license

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

CA bar admission

Job description

OpenAI, Inc. is seeking an experienced counsel to join our Litigation and Regulatory team to address AI-related litigation matters, including products liability and mass torts. The role collaborates across Legal, Communications, Global Affairs, and Executive teams in a cross-functional environment.

Based in San Francisco with a hybrid schedule (3 days in office) and relocation assistance, you will guide strategy, manage outside counsel, and stay ahead of evolving laws affecting AI technologies.