Counsel, Litigation

OpenAI

Counsel providing legal advice on global litigation and regulatory matters at OpenAI. Involves managing complex intellectual property litigation and collaborating across functions.

Posted 7/31/2026full-timeSan Francisco • California, New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $248,000 - $275,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in managing complex global litigation and regulatory matters, particularly in intellectual property, while providing strategic legal counsel and guidance to stakeholders. Possesses a strong understanding of relevant laws and regulations, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams to develop legal strategies.

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Litigation ManagementRegulatory ComplianceIntellectual Property LawJD DegreeActive California License

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Hard Skills

LitigationRegulatory InvestigationsDiscoveryMotion PracticeTrial PreparationSettlement NegotiationsCopyright LawTrademark LawRisk AssessmentLegal Strategy Development

Soft Skills

OwnershipInquisitiveEnthusiasticSound Judgment

Industry Keywords

Global LitigationCommercial DisputesTechnology CompaniesLaw FirmsCross-Functional Collaboration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide legal advice and counsel on a wide range of global litigation and regulatory matters, including commercial disputes, intellectual property litigation (including copyright and trademark matters), and regulatory investigations and enforcement actions.
Manage and oversee outside counsel in all aspects of litigation and regulatory matters, including discovery, motion practice, trial preparation, and settlement negotiations.
Stay current on relevant laws, regulations, and industry trends, and provide updates and legal guidance to company leadership and stakeholders.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather relevant information, assess risk, and develop legal strategies to resolve disputes.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Have at least 8+ years of combined litigation and/or regulatory experience at innovative technology companies and law firms.
Have a JD and hold an active license to practice law in California or another U.S. state.
Have experience managing complex global intellectual property litigation, including copyright and trademark disputes across multiple jurisdictions
Have a strong sense of ownership, are inquisitive and enthusiastic about technology, enjoy being continually challenged, and can demonstrate sound judgment in ambiguous situations.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family, with employer contributions to Health Savings Accounts
Pre-tax accounts for Health FSA, Dependent Care FSA, and commuter expenses (parking and transit)
401(k) retirement plan with employer match
Paid parental leave (up to 24 weeks for birth parents and 20 weeks for non-birthing parents), plus paid medical and caregiver leave (up to 8 weeks)
Paid time off: flexible PTO for exempt employees and up to 15 days annually for non-exempt employees
13+ paid company holidays, and multiple paid coordinated company office closures throughout the year for focus and recharge, plus paid sick or safe time (1 hour per 30 hours worked, or more, as required by applicable state or local law)
Mental health and wellness support
Employer-paid basic life and disability coverage
Annual learning and development stipend to fuel your professional growth
Daily meals in our offices, and meal delivery credits as eligible
Relocation support for eligible employees
Additional taxable fringe benefits, such as charitable donation matching and wellness stipends, may also be provided.