Senior Counsel, Consumer Litigation jobs in United States
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Coinbase · 1 month ago

Senior Counsel, Consumer Litigation

Coinbase is on a mission to increase economic freedom in the world, and they are seeking a Senior Counsel for Consumer Litigation. The role involves managing consumer arbitration and litigation matters, developing litigation strategies, and advising stakeholders on legal matters related to consumer protection.

BitcoinBlockchainCryptocurrencyFinTechTrading Platform
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H1B Sponsor Likelynote

Responsibilities

Manage fast-paced docket of consumer litigation and arbitration in the US
Develop, execute, and continuously assess Coinbase global consumer litigation strategy and tactics, including providing thought leadership, strategic direction and proactive solutions
Identify and mitigate consumer protection issues and risks arising out of operating the most trusted crypto platforms
Advise a cross-functional team of internal and external stakeholders on Coinbase’s global consumer litigation matters and strategy
Draft and file pleadings and briefs as needed
Engage and manage outside counsel to effectively and efficiently represent Coinbase
Work collegially and supportively with other members of the legal team

Qualification

Litigation experienceConsumer protection lawNegotiation skillsJuris doctorUS state bar membershipAnalytical rigorOrganizedLearn quicklyTeam playerClear communicationDetail oriented

Required

6+ years of litigation experience at a top law firm and/or in-house experience
Experience managing and successfully resolving strategic litigation
Experience with consumer protection law and consumer class actions
Strong negotiation skills
Ability to manage expanding litigation practice, using outside counsel strategically and efficiently
Excellent judgment, analytical rigor, clear communication, and business pragmatism
Team player essential -- willing to tackle tasks large or small
Ability to learn new areas of the law quickly and well
Organized and detail oriented
Juris doctor from accredited law school required
Member of a US state bar in good standing
Occasional travel required

Preferred

Experience working with or in the cryptocurrency space
Experience in the FinTech space
Experience with financial institutions and markets

Benefits

Bonus eligibility
Equity eligibility
Benefits (including medical, dental, vision and 401(k))

Company

Coinbase

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Coinbase is a crypto exchange and wallet platform that allows merchants and consumers to buy, sell, and store digital currencies.

H1B Sponsorship

Coinbase has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (181)
2024 (92)
2023 (96)
2022 (284)
2021 (183)
2020 (66)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$4.45B
Key Investors
ARK Investment ManagementTiger Global ManagementIVP
2025-08-05Post Ipo Debt· $2.6B
2025-03-04Post Ipo Equity· $8M
2024-03-13Post Ipo Debt· $1.1B

Leadership Team

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Brian Armstrong
CEO & Co-Founder
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Alesia Haas
CFO
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