Assistant General Counsel, Litigation

Thomson Reuters

. Manage a broad portfolio of commercial litigation and disputes globally .

Posted 10/15/2026full-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 litigation and disputes across multiple jurisdictions, with a strong focus on intellectual property enforcement and data protection law. Proficient in utilizing legal technology, including eDiscovery tools, to enhance litigation strategy and compliance.

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Law DegreeU.S. State Bar Admission5–10+ Years Commercial Litigation ExperienceEDiscovery Tools ProficiencyData Protection/Privacy Law Expertise

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Hard Skills

Commercial Litigation ManagementClass Action DefenseIntellectual Property EnforcementRisk AnalysisLitigation Strategy Development

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Oral CommunicationNegotiation SkillsSound Judgment

Tools & Technologies

Legal AIEDiscovery Technology

Certifications & Qualifications

Admission to U.S. State Bar

Industry Keywords

Commercial DisputesCopyright EnforcementAntitrust ClaimsPrivacy ClaimsGlobal Litigation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage a broad portfolio of commercial litigation and disputes globally
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
Conduct 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
Report to the Global Head of Commercial Litigation
Work with business leaders, GCO colleagues across practice groups, and outside counsel around the world
Act consistently with the Thomson Reuters Trust Principles

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
Work from anywhere for up to 8 weeks per year
Flexible vacation
Two company-wide Mental Health Days off
Access to the Headspace app
Retirement savings
Tuition reimbursement
Employee incentive programs
Resources for mental, physical, and financial wellbeing
Two paid volunteer days off annually
Pro-bono consulting project opportunities
ESG initiative opportunities
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Disability insurance
Life insurance
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
Optional life and AD&D insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Accounts
Fitness reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Group Legal Identity Theft Protection benefit
529 Plan access
Commuter benefits
Adoption & Surrogacy Assistance
Employee Stock Purchase Plan access
Annual Bonus based on enterprise and individual performance (may be eligible)