Senior In-House Counsel, General Litigation

National Geographic; United States; On-site; USD 161,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

DraftKings, a NASDAQ: DKNG technology company, is seeking a Corporate Counsel for General Litigation to shape litigation strategy, assess disputes, and guide risk management across the business. You will partner with teams to develop proactive responses and provide practical legal guidance on complex issues.

You will collaborate with internal partners, respond to regulatory inquiries, and have opportunities to represent the company in disputes as needed, all while contributing to a fast-paced,

Qualifications

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
• Active Massachusetts Bar membership or eligibility for admission as in-house counsel.
• 5+ years of relevant litigation experience at a law firm; in-house experience is a plus.
• Business-minded approach to evaluating legal issues, managing risk, and developing solutions.
• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess lawsuits, demand letters, customer complaints, and other actual or potential legal threats by gathering facts, analyzing exposure, and developing response strategies.
• Draft and review court filings in partnership with outside counsel and help guide litigation strategy from initial assessment through resolution.
• Negotiate directly with opposing counsel to resolve disputes and legal threats when appropriate.
• Partner with teams across the organization to proactively identify litigation risks and develop strategies to address potential exposure.
• Represent the company in small claims court as needed.
• Investigate and respond to inquiries from regulators and Attorneys General offices related to customer complaints.
• Provide practical, timely legal guidance on emerging business issues and help internal partners understand and evaluate potential legal exposure.

Skills

Litigation experience

Legal analysis

Communication

Negotiation

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Job description

DraftKings, a NASDAQ: DKNG technology company, is seeking a Corporate Counsel for General Litigation to shape litigation strategy, assess disputes, and guide risk management across the business. You will partner with teams to develop proactive responses and provide practical legal guidance on complex issues.

You will collaborate with internal partners, respond to regulatory inquiries, and have opportunities to represent the company in disputes as needed, all while contributing to a fast-paced,