Join SpaceX as Counsel for Labor & Employment Litigation, managing litigation matters and supporting legal strategies.
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Quick facts
- Is the Counsel, Labor & Employment Litigation role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in Starbase, TX, United States.
- How much experience is required?
- At least 5 years of relevant experience for this Counsel, Labor & Employment Litigation role.
- Where is the role based?
- SpaceX is hiring for this position in Starbase, TX, United States.
- What seniority level is this role?
- SpaceX targets senior candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Counsel, Labor & Employment Litigation role at SpaceX.
From the original posting
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
COUNSEL, LABOR & EMPLOYMENT LITIGATION
The Litigation Counsel position offers a unique opportunity to represent the SpaceX business in a variety of litigation matters, with a focus on labor and employment, both in the United States and internationally.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manage all facets of litigation, with a focus on labor and employment disputes but with opportunities to expand your portfolio to include consumer, contractual, commercial, or other kinds of legal disputes
- Conduct internal investigations; support discovery efforts; draft and review discovery requests/responses, pleadings, and briefs; direct litigation strategy; and negotiate settlements
- Identify legal risks and mitigate them by designing and implementing controls
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- JD from an ABA accredited law school
- 5+ years of experience as a practicing attorney
- Experience litigating labor and employment disputes in California
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Experience leading litigation of labor and employment matters, including in court, arbitration, and administrative proceedings (e.g., EEOC, CRD)
- Meaningful first or second chair trial experience
- Specialized knowledge of California labor and employment law (Texas, Florida, Washington State also helpful)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Prior experience—either in-house or through client relationships—representing high-growth companies
- Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and build strong relationships with other business groups and/or clients
- Proven ability to work both collaboratively and independently in a fast-paced and constantly changing environment
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Willingness to travel approximately 10% of the time
- Must be admitted to the bar, in good standing, in at least one U.S. State
- This position is based in Starbase, TX and requires being onsite - remote work not considered
- Must be able to work extended hours and weekends as needed
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