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Block is one company built from many blocks, all united by the same purpose of economic empowerment. The blocks that form our foundational teams — People, Finance, Counsel, Hardware, Information Security, Platform Infrastructure Engineering, and more — provide support and guidance at the corporate level. They work across business groups and around the globe, spanning time zones and disciplines to develop inclusive People policies, forecast finances, give legal counsel, safeguard systems, nurture new initiatives, and more. Every challenge creates possibilities, and we need different perspectives to see them all. Bring yours to Block.The RoleBlock is seeking Senior Litigation Counsel to join a team that’s responsible for the company’s most complex, high-profile litigation and regulatory enforcement matters. This role is ideal for a seasoned litigator who combines sharp strategic judgment with a pragmatic, business-oriented approach, and who thrives in a fast-moving yet highly collaborative environment.You will play a key role in shaping litigation and enforcement strategy across a diverse portfolio of matters impacting Block’s ecosystem of products and services.You WillLead strategy for significant litigation and regulatory enforcement matters from pre-litigation through resolutionAdvise senior leadership on legal risk, enforcement trends, and business impact, particularly in areas affecting fintech, payments, and data useManage and partner closely with outside counsel to drive high-quality, efficient outcomesPersonally engage on critical aspects of matters, including legal strategy, discovery, and key filingsHandle complex disputes across areas such as class actions, commercial litigation, privacy, and consumer protectionWork exceptionally closely with other Counsel teams—including Policy, Product, Regulatory, and Corporate—to align on risk and strategy Collaborate cross-functionally with teams such as Engineering, Compliance, and Risk to proactively identify and mitigate issues, consistent with business prioritiesYou HaveJ.D. and active bar membership 10+ years of litigation experience at a leading law firm, government agency, or in-houseExperience leading complex litigation and/or regulatory enforcement matters; bonus for deep securities litigation experienceExpertise in areas such as class actions, commercial disputes, privacy, and/or financial regulatory enforcement issuesExperience in litigation for a public company, including financial reporting, audit, and governance obligations Strong judgment and the ability to translate legal risk into practical business guidanceExceptional collaboration skills, with a track record of working effectively across legal disciplines and cross-functional teamsExcellent communication and advocacy skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levelsAI-first perspective, with interest in building and leveraging AI-driven tools for litigation management, discovery, and related workflows. Block is an equal opportunity employer evaluating all employees and job applicants without regard to identity or any legally protected class. We will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment in accordance with state and local laws and “fair chance” ordinances.We believe in being fair, and are committed to an inclusive interview experience, including providing reasonable accommodations to disabled applicants throughout the recruitment process. We encourage applicants to share any needed accommodations with their recruiter, who will treat these requests as confidentially as possible. Want to learn more about what we’re doing to build a workplace that is fair and square? Check out our I+D page.Block takes a market-based approach to pay, and pay may vary depending on your location. U.S. locations are categorized into one of four zones based on a cost of labor index for that geographic area. The successful candidate’s starting pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future.To find a location’s zone designation, please refer to this resource. If a location of interest is not listed, please speak with a recruiter for additional information. Zone A:$276,800—$415,200 USDZone B: $276,800—$415,200 USDZone C:$276,800—$415,200 USDZone D:$276,800—$415,200 USDEvery benefit we offer is designed with one goal: empowering you to do the best work of your career while building the life you want. Remote work, medical insurance, flexible time off, retirement savings plans, and modern family planning are just some of our offering.Check out our other benefits at Block.