Counsel, Labor & Employment Litigation

SpaceX • Starbase, TX, TX

14h • Onsite

About The Position

The Litigation Counsel position offers an opportunity to represent SpaceX in a variety of litigation matters in the United States and internationally, with a focus on labor and employment. The role manages litigation and may also cover consumer, contractual, commercial, or other legal disputes. This position is based onsite in Starbase, Texas; remote work is not considered. It requires approximately 10% travel and extended hours and weekends as needed.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.
• At least 5 years of experience as a practicing attorney.
• Experience litigating labor and employment disputes in California.
• Admission to the bar in good standing in at least one U.S. state.
• Willingness to travel approximately 10% of the time.
• Ability to work extended hours and weekends as needed.
• Must meet U.S. Government export-control eligibility requirements: be a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee, or be eligible to obtain required U.S. Department of State authorizations.

Nice To Haves

• Experience leading labor and employment litigation in court, arbitration, and administrative proceedings such as EEOC or CRD proceedings.
• Meaningful first- or second-chair trial experience.
• Specialized knowledge of California labor and employment law; knowledge of Texas, Florida, or Washington State law is also helpful.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Prior experience representing high-growth companies, either in-house or through client relationships.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and build strong relationships with other business groups and/or clients.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage all facets of litigation, focusing on labor and employment disputes, with opportunities to handle consumer, contractual, commercial, or other legal disputes.
• Conduct internal investigations and support discovery efforts.
• Draft and review discovery requests and responses, pleadings, and briefs.
• Direct litigation strategy and negotiate settlements.
• Identify legal risks and mitigate them by designing and implementing controls.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree