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Litigation Counsel
Align is seeking an attorney to join its Global Litigation Team as Litigation Counsel. The Litigation Team is responsible for handling and assisting all litigation and arbitration matters for Align including commercial litigation, antitrust litigation, product liability litigation, intellectual property litigation, and third-party subpoenas and investigations. Reporting to the Senior Director of Litigation, this position is responsible for proactively and effectively managing a diverse range of litigation and pre-litigation matters in a range of substantive areas and jurisdictions. To be successful, you will need to learn the difference in working as an in-house litigator and a law firm litigator.
Role expectations
- Manage Align’s internal record collection and discovery processes, including working with internal stakeholders to advise and execute on document collection and maintaining consistent written responses and objections to discovery requests across multiple complex litigation matters
- Assist in the proactive management and supervision of Align’s outside litigation counsel, including staffing, litigation strategy, work product, budgets, and managing spend.
- Work closely with the litigation team to represent Align and its affiliates in commercial claims, government and regulatory investigations, securities claims, and intellectual property assertions.
- Assist in all facets of litigation, including internal investigations, discovery, witness identification and preparation, revising legal briefs, development and execution of case and trial strategy, and negotiating and drafting settlements.
- Respond to subpoenas, demands, CIDs and other letters requesting Align information.
- Manage insurance defense and coverage matters including product defect cases and consumer complaints.
- Prepare and present clear and concise reports regarding the status of each piece of litigation and the associated risks.
- Assist in developing litigation strategies and solutions to achieve business objectives, and to ensure goal alignment across various business teams.
- Investigate and respond to various commercial, employment, insurance coverage, privacy, customer relations and business claims and complaints that could lead to litigation.
- Advise business partners to proactively address and resolve potential disputes while supporting the company’s business objectives.
What we're looking for
- 4+ years of litigation experience reflecting a strong record of success and accomplishment, with a law firm, in-house law department and/or federal law enforcement or regulatory agency.
- A Juris Doctor (JD) is required.
- Prefer attorney with in-house experience at a company with a mature in-house litigation management program and significant volume of complex litigation.
- Experience litigating in federal court is essential.
- Experience in insurance defense, product liability, subpoena management, commercial disputes preferred.
- Experience in e-discovery including document preservation and collection, e-discovery review protocols, platform, and process, written discovery, and witness preparation.
- Strong legal editing, writing, and analytical skills.
- Organizational and management skills that will assist in the development and implementation of procedures and guidelines to facilitate the effective development and oversight of individual litigation matters.
- Excellent presentation and communication skills.
- Strong work ethic with a commitment to ensure that all deadlines are met on time and with a high degree of quality.
- The ability to be persuasive while ensuring a positive customer and/or partner experience.
- A sense of humor and positive attitude.
Über Align Technology
Your growth and well-being:
At Align, every smile matters. We are committed to supporting your health, contentment, and professional development through tools and initiatives designed to help you thrive. While benefits may vary by location, you can expect the following wherever you join us:
At Align, every smile matters. We are committed to supporting your health, contentment, and professional development through tools and initiatives designed to help you thrive. While benefits may vary by location, you can expect the following wherever you join us:
- Health and well-being programs to keep you thriving in both body and mind.
- Employee discounts on Invisalign products.
- Learning opportunities though online learning resources and support for your individual development plans.
- Inclusive workspace that fosters diversity and collaboration.
Country-specific details will be shared with you by your recruiter during the interview process.
Discover Align:
At Align Technology, we are a global community of game-changers and smart team players, united by our belief in the power of a smile. Our dynamic team of exceptional employees is dedicated to transforming the industry and creating extraordinary outcomes every day.
Discover Align:
At Align Technology, we are a global community of game-changers and smart team players, united by our belief in the power of a smile. Our dynamic team of exceptional employees is dedicated to transforming the industry and creating extraordinary outcomes every day.
We foster a culture where thinking differently and seeking new experiences are not just encouraged but celebrated. With the Align Mindset, we empower each other, ensuring every voice is heard and valued in an inclusive environment that inspires creativity and collaboration.
As part of our commitment to innovation, Align Technology includes exocad and Cubicure, companies that enhance our offerings and extend our impact to industry transformation.
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Global Diversity Statement:
At Align, we believe in the power of a smile, and we know that every smile is as unique as our employees. As we grow, we are committed to building a workforce rich in diverse cultural backgrounds and life experiences, fostering a culture of open-mindedness and compassion. We live our company values by promoting healthy people and healthy communities, all with the intent of changing millions of lives, one unique smile at a time.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Align Technology is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all our practices, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected category. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the country for which they are applying, and employment eligibility will be verified as a condition of hire.
Review our Applicant Privacy Policy for additional information.
Global Diversity Statement:
At Align, we believe in the power of a smile, and we know that every smile is as unique as our employees. As we grow, we are committed to building a workforce rich in diverse cultural backgrounds and life experiences, fostering a culture of open-mindedness and compassion. We live our company values by promoting healthy people and healthy communities, all with the intent of changing millions of lives, one unique smile at a time.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Align Technology is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all our practices, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected category. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the country for which they are applying, and employment eligibility will be verified as a condition of hire.
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