Vice President, Litigation and IP

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox Corporation

Under the FOX banner, we produce and distribute content through some of the world’s leading and most valued brands, including: FOX News Media, FOX Sports, FOX Entertainment, FOX Television Stations and Tubi Media Group. We empower a diverse range of creators to imagine and develop culturally significant content, while building an organization that thrives on creative ideas, operational expertise and strategic thinking.

JOB DESCRIPTION

FOX Corporation is seeking an experienced complex commercial litigator with experience in intellectual property, including patents, trademarks, or copyrights, to support the litigation division as a Vice President, Litigation and IP. The Vice President, Litigation and IP will play a vital role in handling a broad spectrum of litigation cases, with particular emphasis on defending and enforcing intellectual property rights and advocating on First Amendment issues as they relate to the company. The Vice President, Litigation and IP is situated in Los Angeles and offers the option to work in a hybrid office setting. The successful candidate will be joining a collaborative legal team and engaging with various business sectors within the company.

 

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Represent the company in federal and state court proceedings on a variety of general litigation matters
• Handle cases involving Intellectual Property litigation, as well as First Amendment litigation
• Advise on risk management and mitigation strategies pertaining to potential litigation
• Perform legal research, draft/revise briefs, motions, and other legal documents
• Provide counsel to the company on the legal implications of potential business decisions, particularly in areas impacting IP and First Amendment rights
• Collaborate closely with external counsel to manage complex litigation issues
• Assist in the development and implementation of company policies and compliance procedures to minimize legal risks

 

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• 8+ years of experience in general litigation, with a strong background in IP litigation and knowledge of First Amendment law
• Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school with an excellent academic record
• Membership in good standing with the California Bar, or eligibility to register as In-House Counsel in California
• Proven track record of successfully managing and resolving complex litigation cases
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, along with strong negotiation and interpersonal abilities
• Capability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, with the agility to respond to high-pressure situations
• Proactive nature and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision

 

NICE TO HAVE BUT NOT A DEALBREAKER

• Prior experience within the entertainment or media industry
• Experience with a variety of litigation types, including intellectual property, First Amendment, and commercial disputes
• Litigation experience in both federal and state courts

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We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $222,500.00-311,500.00 annually for high cost labour markets such as but not limited to New York City and Los Angeles, $185,400.00-259,500.00 annually for all other US locations. This role is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

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