Intellectual Property Counsel
Key Responsibilities:
· Drafts, reviews and negotiates agreements related to intellectual property and technology transactions, including inbound and outbound software and technology licenses, partner agreements, employee agreements, and other IP-related arrangements.
· Supports internal stakeholders (such as business clients, other corporate functions, and legal colleagues) on intellectual property issues arising in commercial, strategic, and corporate transactions.
· Assists with identifying, analyzing, and resolving IP-related issues on client, partner, and other business transactions, working closely with senior IP counsel and business teams.
· Supports a variety of IP matters, including technology assessments, employee IP ownership issues, intercompany IP arrangements, joint development projects, content publications, and open source software issues.
· Contributes to the development and maintenance of IP templates, guidance materials, processes, training materials, and best practices to support the business and reduce legal risk.
· Conducts legal research and prepares practical recommendations on intellectual property and technology-related issues.
Qualifications:
Education: Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
Work Experience:
· At least 5 years of IP experience that includes IP transactions.
· Knowledge of intellectual property issues relevant to the technology sector.
· Licensed member of a bar of at least one state.
Knowledge and Skill Requirements:
· Proactive, organized, and self-motivated and works well in a fast-paced global environment.
· Committed to collaborating with colleagues in the IP team as well as other stakeholders to achieve shared goals, build relationships, and be a strong team player.
· Ability to manage many complex projects successfully, and set and meet priorities.
· Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, including the ability to identify legal risks and propose practical solutions.
· Strong written and verbal communication skills.
· Willingness to learn and develop expertise across a broad range of intellectual property and technology-related legal issues.
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