Sr. Counsel, Litigation

SpaceX

Starbase, TX, United States
Not specified; not specified; not specified
On-site
Manage labor and employment disputes
Conduct internal investigations
Draft pleadings and discovery responses
SpaceX is seeking a Sr. Counsel, Litigation to manage various legal disputes, particularly in Texas. The ideal candidate will have extensive litigation experience, strong ties to the local legal community, and a willingness to work onsite at Starbase, TX

Job Summary

  • The Sr. Litigation Counsel will represent SpaceX in a variety of litigation matters with a focus on state and local matters in Texas.
  • Responsibilities include managing all facets of labor/employment, consumer, contractual, and commercial legal disputes as well as third-party discovery.
  • The role requires deepening the Company's relationships with local and state-level legal and civic communities while mitigating legal risks.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

SpaceX is seeking a Sr. Counsel, Litigation to manage various legal disputes, particularly in Texas. The ideal candidate will have extensive litigation experience, strong ties to the local legal community, and a willingness to work onsite at Starbase, TX.

Salary

Not specified; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Manage labor and employment disputes
  • Conduct internal investigations
  • Draft pleadings and discovery responses
  • Participate in hearings and trials
  • Negotiate settlements
  • Advise business teams on pre-litigation disputes

Nice-to-have

  • Deepen relationships with local legal community
  • Work cross-functionally in fast-paced environment
  • Strong reputation in Rio Grande Valley
  • Experience with high-growth companies
  • Collaborative and independent work style

Key Requirements

  • JD from an ABA-accredited law school
  • 7+ years of practicing attorney experience
  • Trial/arbitration hearing experience
  • Bar membership in Texas
  • US citizenship or eligible immigration status per ITAR

Work Rights

Must be US citizen, permanent resident, refugee, or asylee

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