Senior Patent Litigation Counsel

Apple Inc.

Cupertino (CA)

On-site

USD 235,000 - 353,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental coverage
Retirement benefits
Discounted Apple products
Educational reimbursement
Employee stock programs

Job summary

Apple's IP litigation team in Cupertino, California seeks a seasoned patent litigator to lead strategy and provide counsel on patent matters across products and services. The role requires self-sufficiency, strong judgment, and a trial-focused approach working with a supportive team to defend Apple's interests.

Minimum qualifications include 7+ years of major law firm or in-house patent litigation, a JD and admission to at least one US state bar.

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of major law firm and/or in-house patent litigation experience.
  • JD or equivalent and admission to at least one US state bar.

Responsibilities

  • As part of Apple's IP litigation team, provide counsel on patent litigation matters and issues for Apple products and businesses globally.
  • Formulate and drive strategy, identify risks and opportunities, and manage day-to-day progress of patent cases.
  • Collaborate with internal clients and external counsel to defend Apple's interests with a trial-focused approach.

Skills

Patent litigation
Bar admission
Trial readiness

Education

JD or equivalent

Job description

Apple's IP litigation team in Cupertino, California seeks a seasoned patent litigator to lead strategy and provide counsel on patent matters across products and services. The role requires self-sufficiency, strong judgment, and a trial-focused approach working with a supportive team to defend Apple's interests.

Minimum qualifications include 7+ years of major law firm or in-house patent litigation, a JD and admission to at least one US state bar.

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