Contract Litigation Counsel

At Axon, we’re on a mission to Protect Life. We’re explorers, pursuing society’s most critical safety and justice issues with our ecosystem of devices and cloud software. Like our products, we work better together. We connect with candor and care, seeking out diverse perspectives from our customers, communities and each other.

Life at Axon is fast-paced, challenging and meaningful. Here, you’ll take ownership and drive real change. Constantly grow as you work hard for a mission that matters at a company where you matter.

Your Impact

We are looking for an experienced litigator to serve as a contract in-house counsel to work on civil litigation matters, including intellectual property and products liability cases. This position will report to the VP of Litigation.

What You’ll Do
Location: Scottsdale, AZ preferred but open to remotely from United States
Reports to: VP, Legal, Litigation

• You will represent the Company as in-house counsel in Company involved claims, litigation, and administrative and regulatory proceedings.
• You will engage in large document case management, including ESI and forensic discovery, privilege review and privilege log preparation.
• You will develop, implement and execute proactive discovery strategies to obtain prompt claim resolution, respond to Company subpoenas, and take/defend depositions.
• You will research, draft and argue motions and participate in all manner of trial preparation, including jury research.
• You will acquire broad knowledge of the Company, its business and its products, and will provide advice on best practices and risk avoidance.
• You will Join Forces with our legal team to achieve Company objectives, maintain the highest ethical standards (Win Right!), and consistently produce top-notch work product.

• J.D. from an accredited institution with outstanding academic credentials
• Admission to a State Bar within the United States
• Minimum 5 years of demonstrated litigation, discovery, and trial experience with a desire to perform every aspect of litigation
• Intellectual property litigation experience preferred and USPTO experience a plus
• Exposure to securities, antitrust, and class actions a plus
• Excellent writing, analytical, negotiation, communication, and presentation skills
• Strong attention to detail and organization/prioritization skills
• Advanced computer and technology skills, including Westlaw and Microsoft Office Suite; I-Manage and Relativity a plus
• Demonstrated ability to successfully work with a team and in a team environment
• Demonstrated ability to work well under pressure and multi-task

Don’t meet every single requirement? That's ok. At Axon, we Aim Far. We think big with a long-term view because we want to reinvent the world to be a safer, better place. We are also committed to building diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they check every box in the job description. If you’re excited about this role and our mission to Protect Life but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification listed here, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Important Notes

The above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all duties, responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. The job description may change or be supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions.

Some roles may also require legal eligibility to work in a firearms environment.

Axon’s mission is to Protect Life and is committed to the well-being and safety of its employees as well as Axon’s impact on the environment. All Axon employees must be aware of and committed to the appropriate environmental, health, and safety regulations, policies, and procedures. Axon employees are empowered to report safety concerns as they arise and activities potentially impacting the environment.

We are an equal opportunity employer that promotes justice, advances equity, values diversity and fosters inclusion. We’re committed to hiring the best talent — regardless of race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances — and empowering all of our employees so they can do their best work. If you have a disability or special need that requires assistance or accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please email recruitingops@axon.com. Please note that this email address is for accommodation purposes only. Axon will not respond to inquiries for other purposes.