Senior Legal Counsel, Commercial Litigation

Senior Legal Counsel, Commercial Litigation Cupertino, California, United States Corporate Functions Summary Posted:

May 15, 2026

Weekly Hours:

40

Role Number:

200661620-0836 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 senior litigator to join Apple's commercial litigation team. The ideal candidate is a seasoned business-to-business litigator who thrives in a fast-paced environment where priorities and conditions can shift on a daily basis. This role requires a lawyer with exceptional judgment, the ability to deliver concise and actionable advice in real time, and the experience to independently drive complex, high-stakes commercial disputes across multiple jurisdictions around the world. 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 providing counsel to internal clients on a wide range of novel matters. The position requires a high degree of self-sufficiency, independent judgment and a trial-focused approach. Travel is required. 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 8-10+ years of major law firm and/or in-house litigation experience, with a strong focus on complex commercial and business-to-business disputes Excellent communication, analytical, organization, and negotiation skills JD or equivalent and admission to at least one US state bar Preferred Qualifications Experience managing multi-jurisdictional disputes across international markets International arbitration experience Trial experience Prior in-house experience Experience negotiating and drafting complex commercial agreements Demonstrated ability to provide clear, concise, and actionable advice under pressure and on short notice Strong technology interest and aptitude Pay & Benefits 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 $230,500 and $346,500, 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.

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Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program. Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. At Apple, we believe accessibility is a fundamental human right. You'll find that idea reflected in everything here — in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong. Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.