Litigation Specialist

Legal Litigation SpecialistLegal Advisor specializing in modernized litigation workflows; protecting Searce’s innovative DNA by neutralizing legal threats and delivering results-driven dispute resolution that aligns with high-velocity business growth.What are we looking forreal solver?Solver? Absolutely. But not the usual kind. We're searching for the architects of the audacious & the pioneers of the possible. If you're the type to dismantle assumptions, re-engineer ‘best practices,’ and build solutions that make the future possible NOW, then you're speaking our language.Improver. Solver. Futurist.Great sense of humor.‘Possible. It is.’ Mindset.Compassionate collaborator. Bold experimenter. Tireless iterator.Natural creativity that doesn’t just challenge the norm, but solves to design what’s better.Thinks in systems. Solves at scale.This Isn’t for Everyone. But if you’re the kind who questions why things are done a certain way—and then identifies 3 better ways to do it — we’d love to chat with you.______________________________________Your Mission: The Rolesolving for better.You are the proactive litigation backbone of Searce, ensuring our innovation thrives while being shielded by a formidable defense. This isn’t a role for passive case tracking; it’s about actively neutralizing threats and mastering dispute resolution before it impacts our momentum. Your mission is to integrate litigation intelligence into the very fabric of our business strategy.As the Directly Responsible Individual (DRI) for Searce’s legal disputes, you’ll balance aggressive business expansion with astute tactical defense. You don’t just follow the standard legal playbook; you solve differently, leveraging data-driven insights and modern legal tech to outmaneuver opposing counsel. From pre-litigation maneuvering to final resolution, you lead with a focus on speed, precision, and efficiency.This isn’t your typical courtroom role. You’ll be in the trenches with our product and engineering teams, translating complex litigation risks into clear, actionable business choices. You remain 100% accountable for the strength of our legal positions, the resilience of our evidence, and the decisive reduction of our litigation footprint.If you’re a courtroom-tested professional with the sharp mind of a trial strategist, the unwavering integrity of a protector, and the tech-savvy spirit of a modern disruptor—we’ve got a critical seat for you at the table.You’re not just a litigator. You’re our proactive resolution engine.______________________________________Your Responsibilitieswhat you will wake up to solve.You are the proactive legal backbone of Searce, ensuring our global innovation thrives within a secure, dispute-resilient framework. This isn't a role for passive case management; it’s about actively steering our legal destiny by neutralizing threats before they reach the docket. As a Senior Litigator, your mission is to embed /"litigation readiness/" into our operational DNA, partnering with engineering and sales teams to ensure our growth is legally bulletproof. You don't just follow the law; you illuminate the strategic pathways that empower Searce to win.Here’s How You’ll Make Your Mark:High-Stakes Dispute Strategy & Mitigation: Proactively identify and neutralize latent legal risks in data privacy, IP, and complex tech contracts. You develop the /"theory of the case/" long before a complaint is filed, ensuring Searce’s interests are protected in any forum.Tactical Interpretation of Global Law: Provide clear, high-level counsel on intricate international statutes and contractual disputes. You translate /"legalese/" into business-first strategies, advising leadership on the practical implications of litigation vs. settlement.Mastery of Advocacy & Drafting: Lead the drafting and negotiation of complex settlement agreements and high-impact pleadings. You ensure our legal positions are robust, persuasive, and perfectly aligned with Searce’s long-term commercial objectives.Cross-Functional Defense & Education: Act as a key bridge between Legal and Tech, translating litigation complexities into understandable business impacts. You empower our teams through /"Litigation-Ready/" training, fostering a culture where every employee understands how to protect our intellectual and operational assets.Champion of Legal-Tech Innovation: Own and implement the /"Tech Superpowers/" of modern litigation. From AI-driven discovery to predictive judicial analytics, you ensure our legal function is as tech-savvy as the products we build, driving extreme efficiency in case management.DRI for Resolution & Impact: Act as the Directly Responsible Individual (DRI) for the outcome of all disputes. You don't just manage cases; you own the results. You will track and communicate the ROI of legal interventions, showing how your proactive defense sustains Searce’s reputation and rapid global growth.______________________________________Welcome to SearceThe ‘process-first’, AI-native modern tech consultancy that's rewriting the rules.We don’t do traditional.As an engineering-led consultancy, we are dedicated to relentlessly improving the real business outcomes. Our solvers co-innovate with clients to futurify operations and make processes smarter, faster & better. We build alongside our clients. Not for the vanity metrics. But for the transformation to embed lasting competitive advantage for our clients.The result? Modern business reinvention, built on math, tech, and clarity of purpose______________________________________The DNA of a ‘Searcian’superpowers we value.The ‘happier’ corehappier-at-heart: humble, adaptable, positive, passionate, innovative, excellence-minded, responsible.happier-in-action: Not just a poster on the wall; It's how we make decisions, treat each other, show up for clients & hire or promote people.Thinks like a founder. Acts like an owner. Always in Beta: Relentless curiosity. Openness to learn, un-learn, and re-learn.Real Optimist: Views all setbacks as opportunities.Believes in truth over comfort. Ideas over titles. Learning over knowing.Embraces chaos with calm. Evolves faster than the market.Functional SkillsCase Management & Strategy: The ability to oversee a file from pre-suit investigation through trial, including developing a coherent /"theory of the case./"Legal Research & Analysis: Mastery of tools like Westlaw or LexisNexis to identify binding precedents and synthesize complex statutes.Drafting & Pleading: High-level proficiency in drafting complaints, answers, motions (summary judgment, to dismiss), and trial briefs.Discovery Mastery: Managing the full discovery lifecycle, including drafting interrogatories, requests for production, and handling e-Discovery (ESI) protocols.Deposition Savvy: Experience in both defending and taking depositions of lay witnesses and expert witnesses.Oral Advocacy: Comfort and persuasion in the courtroom for hearings, oral arguments, and trial proceedings.Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR): Negotiation and representation skills for mediation and arbitration sessions.Strategic Risk Mitigation: Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate complex legal/contractual risks across diverse operations & cutting-edge tech.Business-Integrated Legal Counsel: Translate legal concepts into actionable advice for business goals & leadership.Tech-Driven Legal Enablement & Optimization: Leverage modern legal tech/process improvements for efficiency, scale, and compliance.Cross-Functional Collaboration & Problem Solving: Build relationships, influence stakeholders, and dissect complex problems for practical solutions.Tech SuperpowersLegal Tech Integration: Adept at leveraging AI-powered legal research & CLM for efficiency & insight.Data & Privacy Fluent: Understand data flows, cybersecurity, and privacy tech for precise governance and compliance advice.Cloud & AI Literacy: Grasp cloud/AI/ML concepts, identifying legal risks and providing practical guidance.Digital Risk Assessment & Automation: Analyze legal implications of emerging digital tech, translating risks to actionable advice; streamline workflows via automation.Experience & RelevanceLegal Litigation (5+ Years): Extensive experience (5+ years) in litigation, risk mitigation, and dispute management.Tech Sector Acumen (5+ Years): Demonstrated history (5+ years) operating within/advising tech companies (cloud, AI, data).Dispute Resolution & Strategic Advisory: Comprehensive knowledge of dispute resolution (mediation, arbitration, litigation) and proven ability to provide strategic, actionable legal advice.Risk Management Execution & Process Optimization: Strong track record in proactive risk mitigation, asset protection, and enhancing legal function efficiency through tech adoption.Bonus Points (you'll thrive if you have)Entrepreneurial Legal Mindset: High ownership and bias for action; sees legal challenges as impact opportunities.Global Legal Frameworks & Innovation: Experience with international laws and a track record of introducing novel legal solutions/technologies./"0 to 1/" Legal Tech & Action Over Deliberation: Instrumental in building/scaling new legal functions/tools from scratch; defaults to solve, protect, deliver tangible outcomes; prioritizes impact.______________________________________Join the ‘real solvers’ready to futurify?If you are excited by the possibilities of what an AI-native engineering-led, modern tech consultancy can do to futurify businesses, apply here and experience the ‘Art of the possible’. 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