Assistant General Counsel, Litigation

Thomson Reuters

. Manage commercial disputes and litigation across multiple jurisdictions .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $157,500 - $292,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing commercial disputes and litigation across multiple jurisdictions, with a strong focus on intellectual property enforcement and data protection law. Proficient in utilizing legal technology and eDiscovery tools to enhance litigation strategy and compliance.

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Law DegreeAdmission To Practice In U.S. State Bar5–10+ Years Commercial Litigation ExperienceEDiscovery Tools ProficiencyData Protection/Privacy Law Expertise

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Hard Skills

Commercial Litigation ManagementIntellectual Property EnforcementClass Action DefenseLitigation Strategy DevelopmentRisk AnalysisBudgetingDisclosure ManagementDiscovery ManagementSubpoena ResponseRegulatory Compliance

Soft Skills

Sound JudgmentPractical AdviceWritten Communication SkillsOral Communication SkillsNegotiation Skills

Tools & Technologies

Legal TechnologyEDiscoveryLegal AI

Certifications & Qualifications

Law DegreeAdmission To Practice In U.S. State Bar

Industry Keywords

Commercial DisputesLitigationCopyright EnforcementAntitrust ClaimsPrivacy ClaimsGlobal Counsel CoordinationTrust Principles

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage commercial disputes and litigation across multiple jurisdictions
Lead copyright and other intellectual property enforcement and defense
Direct class action defense, including antitrust and privacy claims
Develop and oversee litigation strategy aligned with business objectives, including early case assessment, budgeting, and risk analysis
Select, instruct, and oversee outside counsel globally
Oversee disclosure, discovery, and records management using eDiscovery and legal technology
Respond to subpoenas, regulatory requests, and other third-party demands for information
Act consistently with Thomson Reuters Trust Principles
Report to the Global Head of Commercial Litigation
Work with business leaders, GCO colleagues across practice groups, and outside counsel around the world

Requirements

What you’ll need

Law degree
Current admission to practice in at least one U.S. state bar
5–10+ years of post-qualification experience managing commercial litigation or arbitration, in private practice or in-house
Technology-forward mindset and demonstrated ability to embrace emerging legal technologies, including legal AI and eDiscovery tools
Sound judgment and ability to provide timely, practical advice and set strategy
Strong written and oral communication and negotiation skills
Ability to work effectively across multiple jurisdictions
Strong background in data protection/privacy law or intellectual property, especially copyright enforcement (preferred)
Written and verbal communication skills in languages in addition to English (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible hybrid working environment
Flexible work arrangements, including work from anywhere for up to 8 weeks per year
Continuous learning and skills development through Grow My Way programming
Flexible vacation
Two company-wide Mental Health Days off
Headspace app access
Retirement savings
Tuition reimbursement
Employee incentive programs
Mental, physical, and financial wellbeing resources
Two paid volunteer days off annually
Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance programs
Competitive 401k plan with company match
Sick and safe paid time off
Paid holidays, including two company mental health days off
Parental leave
Sabbatical leave
Optional hospital, accident and sickness insurance paid 100% by the employee
Optional life and AD&D insurance paid 100% by the employee
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
Fitness reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Group Legal Identity Theft Protection benefit paid 100% by employee
529 Plan
Commuter benefits
Adoption & Surrogacy Assistance
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Annual Bonus based on enterprise and individual performance may be available