Senior Counsel – Securities Litigation & Shareholder Defense

Coinbase; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 224,995 - 264,700; Full time

Job summary

Coinbase is seeking a Senior Counsel, Shareholder Litigation to defend securities class actions and derivative suits, shaping strategy from pleadings through resolution. You will supervise outside counsel and advise senior leadership and the board on litigation risk.

You will collaborate with corporate and commercial teams on filings and governance matters, monitor developments in corporate law, and manage relationships with D&O insurers to handle claims efficiently.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of litigation experience with securities class actions or related complex civil litigation.
• Deep familiarity with corporate law and fiduciary duties.
• Experience litigating in Delaware Chancery Court.
• Familiarity with PSLRA and federal pleading standards.
• Proven ability to manage outside counsel and control costs.
• JD from an accredited law school and active US bar admission.

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day management of securities class actions under the Securities Act and the 1934 Act.
• Lead defense of shareholder derivative litigation, including pre-suit matters.
• Partner with corporate and commercial teams on public company filings.
• Direct outside litigation counsel from inception to resolution.
• Monitor corporate law developments and advise on governance and disclosure implications.
• Maintain relationships with D&O insurers and brokers to manage claims.

Skills

Securities litigation experience

Corporate law knowledge

Delaware Chancery Court experience

PSLRA knowledge

Outside counsel management

US bar admission

Education

Juris Doctor

Job description

Coinbase is seeking a Senior Counsel, Shareholder Litigation to defend securities class actions and derivative suits, shaping strategy from pleadings through resolution. You will supervise outside counsel and advise senior leadership and the board on litigation risk.

You will collaborate with corporate and commercial teams on filings and governance matters, monitor developments in corporate law, and manage relationships with D&O insurers to handle claims efficiently.