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Paramount · 2 weeks ago

Counsel, Litigation

New York, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$140K/yr - $175K/yr

4+ years exp

Paramount is a leading global media and entertainment company seeking a mid-level lawyer to join their in-house litigation team. The Counsel, Litigation will advise internal clients, handle pre-litigation claims, and litigate various cases, including commercial disputes and intellectual property claims.

Digital EntertainmentEventsMedia and Entertainment

Responsibilities

Lead and manage a diverse portfolio of litigation matters and pre-litigation claims

Oversee all aspects of litigation matters, including e-discovery, fact-finding and analysis, witness preparation, depositions, case management conferences, and motion practice

Draft and edit legal papers, including pleadings, briefs, declarations, discovery demands and responses

Collaborate with outside counsel and internal partners to ensure alignment with business objectives and legal strategy

Respond to third-party claims and subpoenas

Qualification

Litigation experienceJD from accredited law schoolNew York bar membershipLegal writing skillsComplex litigation managementProfessionalismMedia company experienceInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

JD from an accredited law school and member in good standing of the New York bar

4+ years of litigation experience, with significant exposure to general commercial disputes and IP litigation

Exceptional legal writing and editing skills

Proven ability to manage complex litigation, with ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Superior judgment and professionalism to resolve legal issues quickly

Preferred

Prior experience at or representing media companies

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) plan

Life insurance coverage

Disability benefits

Tuition assistance program

PTO

Company

Paramount

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Paramount is a leading media and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide. It is a sub-organization of Paramount Pictures.

Founded in 1914

New York, New York, USA

10001+ employees