Sr. Legal Counsel - IP

Apple Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 199,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks an experienced legal professional to join its IP Law, Licensing & Litigation team in Washington, DC. This role demands substantial expertise in IP litigation and competition law, requiring effective strategic counsel and cross-functional collaboration to uphold the company's legal standards and differentiation. Ideal candidates will be results-oriented with outstanding communication and negotiation skills.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Discounted products and free services

Reimbursement for education-related expenses

Participation in employee stock programs

Qualifications

• 8+ years’ experience in IP litigation, including standard essential patent matters.
• Experience in competition litigation or regulatory matters.
• Admission to at least one US state bar.

Responsibilities

• Engaged in formulating and driving strategy within IP and competition law.
• Provide counsel to internal clients at the interface of IP and competition law.
• Collaborate across functions to align advocacy and advise on IP matters.

Skills

Communication

Analytical

Organizational

Negotiation

Education

JD or equivalent

Job description

Washington DC, District of Columbia, United States Corporate Functions

Description

As a member of Apple’s IP Law, Licensing & Litigation team, you will be directly engaged in formulating and driving strategy as well as providing counsel to internal clients at the interface of IP and competition law. The position requires a high degree of self-sufficiency, independent judgment, and a results-oriented approach. You will operate as part of a supportive team focused on cross-functional collaboration within Apple to preserve Apple’s differentiation, align advocacy, and advise on IP matters involving competition considerations.

Minimum Qualifications

• 8+ years’ experience (at a major law firm and/or in-house) in IP litigation, including experience on standard essential patent litigation matters.
• Experience (at a major law firm and/or in-house) in competition litigation or regulatory matters.
• JD or equivalent and admission to at least one US state bar.

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent communication, analytical, organizational, and negotiation skills.
• Collaborative team player with a client-focused approach.

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $199,700 and $299,600, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits.

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant .