Apple

Apple

Posted via Apple Careers

Sr. Litigation Counsel

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Posted Aug 13, 2026

Role at a glance

Salary
$235.1K – $353.4K/yr
Location
Cupertino, California, United States District of Columbia, California, United States
Work arrangement
On-site
Employment
Full-time
Experience
10+ years of major law firm and/or in-house litigation experience
Education
JD or equivalent and admission to at least one US state bar

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Role Summary

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This role is part of Apple’s commercial litigation team and provides legal support for Apple’s products and businesses. The litigator will formulate and drive litigation strategy, manage regulatory matters, and work with cross-functional teams and stakeholders across product areas.

What You'll Do

  • Manage the day-to-day progress of regulatory matters
  • Handle agency litigation and enforcement defense
  • Handle subpoenas, CIDs, and other investigations
  • Formulate and drive litigation strategy
  • Strategically run litigation matters from beginning to end
  • Work with cross-functional teams and stakeholders across product areas

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Qualifications

10+ years of major law firm and/or in-house litigation experience, including litigation, subpoenas, CIDs, and other investigations; JD or equivalent; admission to at least one US state bar.

Required

  • 10+ years of major law firm and/or in-house litigation experience
  • Experience with litigation, subpoenas, CIDs, and other investigations
  • JD or equivalent
  • Admission to at least one US state bar

Preferred

  • Strong technology interest and aptitude
  • Excellent communication, analytical, organization, and negotiation skills

Original job description

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Summary

Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming great products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish.

Do you love taking on big challenges without precedent? Do you possess a deep knowledge of the legal field and a passion for innovation? As a part of our commercial litigation team, you’ll help provide legal support for all our products and businesses. Working for a company that invents entire categories and industries means you’ll be challenged to creatively apply your deep legal expertise to rare and often unexplored aspects of the law.

We are looking for a litigator with great judgment and communication skills and a demonstrated ability to manage the day-to-day progress of regulatory matters. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who has experience in handling agency litigation and enforcement defense, subpoenas, CIDs, and other investigations. This role requires a litigator with highly efficient time management skills and the ability to strategically run litigation matters from beginning to end.

Description

As a member of Apple's commercial litigation team, you will not be merely monitoring outside counsel. Rather, you will personally be formulating and driving strategy as well as working with a number of cross-functional teams and stakeholders across all product areas. The position requires a high degree of self-sufficiency and independent judgment. Travel is anticipated. You will operate as part of a supportive and fun team of lawyers, legal specialists, and support staff who work closely together to protect Apple's interests.

Minimum Qualifications

10+ years of major law firm and/or in-house litigation experience, including experience with litigation, subpoenas, CIDs, and other investigations.
JD or equivalent and admission to at least one US state bar.

Preferred Qualifications

Strong technology interest and aptitude.
Excellent communication, analytical, organization, and negotiation skills.

Pay & Benefits — Cupertino, California, United States

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $235,100 and $353,400, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

Application Deadline

Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.

Pay & Benefits — Washington DC, District of Columbia, United States

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $211,600 and $318,000, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
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About the company

Apple

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Apple Inc. is a global technology company known for its innovative products and services, including the iPhone, iPad, Mac computers, and Apple Watch. Founded in 1976, Apple has continuously pushed the boundaries of design and functionality, earning a reputation for high-quality consumer electronics and software solutions like iOS and macOS. With a strong commitment to user experience and privacy, Apple also leads in digital services, offering platforms such as the App Store, Apple Music, and iCloud. The company's focus on sustainability and corporate responsibility further enhances its standing as a leader in the technology sector.