Senior Counsel, Media Law And Litigation

The New York Times Company

New York, NY, United States
Base: $230,000 - $250,000 usd; bonus/equity: eligi...
On-site
10+ years complex litigation experience
New york bar admission required
Pre-publication content review expertise
The role involves independently handling time-sensitive pre-publication review of articles, videos, and other content for The New York Times

Job Summary

  • The role involves independently handling time-sensitive pre-publication review of articles, videos, and other content for The New York Times.
  • Candidates will litigate media law matters including freedom of information, copyright, and libel cases while supporting government affairs initiatives.
  • The position requires a strong commitment to journalistic independence and the mission to seek the truth and help people understand the world.

Matching Summary

The role involves independently handling time-sensitive pre-publication review of articles, videos, and other content for The New York Times.

Salary

Base: $230,000 - $250,000 USD; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for annual bonus and restricted stock; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid leave, tuition reimbursement

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years complex litigation experience
  • New York Bar admission required
  • Pre-publication content review expertise
  • Libel and intellectual property law
  • Freedom of information matters

Nice-to-have

  • Prior in-house media law experience
  • Experience counseling journalists
  • Familiarity with international media law
  • Understanding of AI legal issues
  • Digital platform legal knowledge

Key Requirements

  • 10+ years of litigation experience
  • J.D. degree from recognized institution
  • Admitted to New York Bar
  • Undergraduate degree required

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