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Job Summary:
At Disney, we're storytellers. We make the impossible, possible. We do this by pairing cutting-edge technology with unparalleled imagination to bring stories to life through our movies, products, interactive games, parks and resorts, and media networks. Now is your chance to join our talented team and to help us deliver our beloved content to audiences around the world.

We are seeking an Assistant Chief Counsel to join the Corporate Legal – Litigation group. This attorney will play a central role in managing the Company's general litigation docket, with an emphasis on patent disputes, FRAND licensing claims and disputes, and cross-border enforcement actions.

Responsibilities:

Develop and execute litigation strategy, including case evaluation, budgeting, and motion practice oversight
Lead litigation matters across U.S. federal and state courts and international jurisdictions, from pre-suit assessment through trial and appeal
Supervise outside counsel, both domestically and internationally (including Germany, Brazil, and the Unified Patent Court)
Advise business and technology stakeholders on litigation risk and the implications of product and platform decisions
Make strategic risk-based decisions and escalate to senior legal and business leadership as necessary
Anticipate issues and proactively develop creative business-oriented and brand-consistent solutions to mitigate legal risks
Provide internal education on litigation trends, SEP developments, and risk mitigation strategies to senior leadership
Collaborate with patent prosecution, antitrust counsel, and outside advisors on patent validity challenges, IPR/EPR proceedings, and related administrative proceedings

Minimum Qualifications:

10+ years of litigation experience at a major law firm and/or in-house legal department
Substantial experience managing complex cases in U.S. federal and state courts, including patent infringement cases
Excellent attention to detail, written and verbal communication skills, and judgment
Demonstrated ability to evaluate risk and exercise sound legal judgment
Strong work ethic and commitment to professionalism and integrity
Collaborative, solutions-oriented approach with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with colleagues at all levels of the organization
Excellent written and oral advocacy skills, with the ability to communicate complex patent and technology issues to senior executives and non-technical audiences
Self-motivated with the initiative and drive to manage complex matters independently and proactively anticipate business and legal needs
Experience supervising attorneys and paralegals
Exceptional business acumen and ability to develop creative, business-oriented solutions to complex legal problems in a fast-paced, consumer-facing environment

Required Education:

Law degree from an accredited law school
Admission to the California State Bar in good standing or willingness and qualification to be Registered In-House Counsel in California