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We represent companies at every stage of development, from entrepreneurial start-ups to multibillion-dollar global corporations, as well as the venture firms, private equity firms, and investment banks that finance and advise them. The firm has approximately 1,100 attorneys in 17 offices: 13 in the U.S., two in China, and two in Europe. Our broad spectrum of practices and entrepreneurial spirit allow exceptional opportunities for professional achievement and career growth.\nWilson Sonsini's Office of the General Counsel (OGC) is seeking a litigator to join our growing team as Counsel, Litigation and Discovery. Reporting to the General Counsel and working closely with other members of the OGC, the Counsel, Litigation and Discovery will handle a broad range of litigation-related matters while supporting the OGC’s wider array of risk management work.\nThis position is available on a full-time or part-time schedule with hybrid remote flexibility.\nKey Responsibilities\nDispute & Litigation Management\nAnalyze and manage disputes and pre-litigation matters, from initial fact investigation through resolution.\nDraft and respond to demand letters and related correspondence.\nInteract with outside counsel, opposing counsel, and firm personnel.\nRespond to non-party subpoenas and other legal process.\nDocument & Discovery Management\nManage and conduct document collection and review in connection with matters involving the firm and its clients.\nManage litigation holds and supervise document preservation.\nResearch, Policy & Risk Management Support\nConduct legal research and prepare memoranda on litigation, ethics, and risk management issues.\nDraft, review, and revise firm templates and policies.\nPrepare training materials for attorneys and professional staff.\nProvide general support for the wide array of risk management duties performed by the Office of the General Counsel.\nRequirements\nJuris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.\nActive bar license required, in California or another jurisdiction in which Wilson Sonsini has an office.\n3+ years of litigation experience at a law firm; experience with professional responsibility, risk management, or law firm loss-prevention matters is a plus.\nStrong ability to work both independently and collaboratively with lawyers and departments across the firm while managing shifting priorities.\nStrong analytical, problem-solving, research, writing, organizational, and communication skills.\nCommitment to excellent client service.\nExcellent discretion and professionalism in handling confidential and sensitive information.\nThe primary location for this job posting is in Palo Alto, but other locations may be listed. 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