Corporate Counsel, General Litigation

The Corporate Counsel, General Litigation will help shape how the company navigates complex legal matters and manages litigation risk across the business. This role partners with teams across the organisation to assess disputes, develop strategies, and provide practical legal guidance on matters with domestic and global impact. From responding to emerging legal threats to managing active litigation, the position plays a central role in protecting the business while helping teams make informed decisions.

• Assess lawsuits, demand letters, customer complaints, and other actual or potential legal threats by gathering facts, analysing exposure, and developing response strategies.
• Draft and review court filings in partnership with outside counsel and help guide litigation strategy from initial assessment through resolution.
• Negotiate directly with opposing counsel to resolve disputes and legal threats when appropriate.
• Partner with teams across the organisation to proactively identify litigation risks and develop strategies to address potential exposure.
• Represent the company in small claims court as needed.
• Investigate and respond to inquiries from regulators and Attorneys General offices related to customer complaints.
• Provide practical, timely legal guidance on emerging business issues and help internal partners understand and evaluate potential legal exposure.

• At least 5 years of relevant litigation experience at a law firm.
• A Juris Doctor degree from an American Bar Association-accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
• Active membership in good standing with the Massachusetts Bar or eligibility for admission as in-house counsel in Massachusetts.
• A practical, business-minded approach to evaluating legal issues, managing risk, and developing solutions.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to independently manage multiple priorities while collaborating effectively as part of a team.
• Proven ability to build collaborative relationships with internal partners and influence stakeholders through sound legal judgment and clear, actionable guidance.
• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, and analytical skills, with strong attention to detail and the ability to communicate complex legal issues clearly.

• In-house experience.

• US base salary range: 160,800.00 USD - 201,000.00 USD, plus bonus, equity, and benefits as applicable.

DraftKings is a publicly traded (NASDAQ: DKNG) technology company headquartered in Boston. As a regulated gaming company, it may require employees to obtain a gaming licence as a condition of employment. AI is becoming an integral part of the company's operations, guiding decisions and enabling innovation.