Fractional Senior Consultant (Source Code Review)

As a Senior Source-Code Reviewer (Patent Litigation) , you will perform highly specialized code reviews across complex processor and SoC architectures , correlating hardware and software behavior and delivering litigation-grade technical analyses that directly inform patent claims, expert reports, and trial strategy . You will partner with expert witnesses and litigation teams on high-stakes matters involving processors, SoCs, and embedded systems .

Key Responsibilities

• Perform deep-dive source-code reviews across complex codebases, including firmware, device drivers, and kernel-level C/C++.
• Review and interpret RTL (Verilog/SystemVerilog) and hardware schematics to map power rails, clocking, and interfaces to software execution.
• Analyze and document code modules, logic, and hardware interactions that align with specific patent claim elements and infringement theories.
• Draft high-quality, litigation-grade technical write-ups, reports, and declarations suitable for reliance by testifying experts in depositions and trial.
• Collaborate closely with expert witness teams to refine infringement and non-infringement theories based on findings in the code room.
• Translate complex, “black box” technical findings into clear, defensible legal insights for attorneys and IP stakeholders.
• Work independently in secure “clean room” environments, adhering to all confidentiality and security protocols.

Required Qualifications (Must-Haves)

• 3–4+ years of direct experience reviewing source code in the context of patent litigation or other contentious legal matters.
• Proven track record serving as the Primary Code Reviewer on at least two matters involving processor architecture or CPU/SoC issues.
• Comprehensive understanding of CPU microarchitecture and SoC subsystems (memory, buses, peripherals, etc.).
• Expert-level proficiency in C/C++ for firmware, drivers, and kernel-level development.
• Strong proficiency in Verilog/SystemVerilog (RTL) and comfort working with hardware collateral.
• Ability to interpret schematics and hardware documentation to support and corroborate code-based theories.
• Demonstrated technical writing ability, with a track record of producing clear, precise, and defensible documentation for legal use.
• Legal status: Must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident.

Preferred Attributes

• Ability to work independently and effectively in secure “clean room” environments.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate deep technical analysis into actionable legal insights.

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