JOB SUMMARY:

The Intellectual Property (IP) Specialist is responsible for managing and protecting the intellectual property assets of the company and its clients. This role involves overseeing trademark portfolios, drafting and prosecuting patent and design applications, protecting copyrights, conducting IP audits, negotiating licensing agreements, supporting litigation, and ensuring compliance with IP laws and regulations. The IP Specialist must possess strong legal research skills, effective communication abilities, and meticulous attention to detail.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Intellectual Property, or a related field (J.D. or equivalent preferred).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in intellectual property law, including patent, trademark, design, and copyright.
• Strong knowledge of IP laws and regulations.
• Proven experience in drafting and prosecuting IP applications.
• Excellent legal research and analytical skills.
• Strong negotiation and contract drafting skills.
• Experience supporting IP litigation processes.
• Exceptional communication and client management skills.
• Ability to identify and manage IP risks.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

• Management of Trademarks:
• Oversee trademark portfolios, including registration, maintenance, and enforcement activities.
• Ensure timely and accurate filing of trademark applications and renewals.
• Expertise in Patent Law:
• Draft, prosecute, and enforce patent applications.
• Provide strategic advice on patent protection and infringement matters.
• Expertise in Design Law:
• Draft, prosecute, and enforce design applications.
• Advise on design protection strategies and enforcement actions.
• Protection of Copyrights:
• Register and enforce copyrights to protect creative works.
• Advise clients on copyright laws and best practices for protection.
• Management of IP Portfolios:
• Conduct comprehensive IP audits and manage intellectual property portfolios.
• Devise strategies to optimize the value and protection of IP assets.
• Legal Research Skills:
• Conduct thorough legal research to support IP matters, including infringement analysis and validity assessments.
• Stay updated on changes in IP law and relevant case law.
• Negotiation of Licensing and Agreements:
• Draft and negotiate licensing agreements and IP-related contracts.
• Ensure terms are favorable and compliant with applicable laws and regulations.
• Support in Litigation:
• Assist attorneys in IP disputes and litigation processes.
• Prepare documentation and evidence to support litigation efforts.
• Effective Client Communication:
• Communicate complex legal concepts to clients in a clear and concise manner.
• Provide strategic advice and updates on IP matters to clients.
• Risk Identification and Management:
• Identify and mitigate IP risks through assessments and risk management strategies.
• Implement measures to protect IP assets and reduce potential liabilities.
• Compliance with Regulations:
• Ensure compliance with intellectual property laws and regulations.
• Stay abreast of changes in IP law to maintain regulatory compliance.
• Collaboration within Teams:
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including legal, technical, and business stakeholders, to achieve strategic IP objectives.
• Provide IP guidance and support to various departments.
• Diligence in Attention to Detail:
• Review and analyze IP documents, contracts, and legal filings with meticulous attention to detail.
• Ensure accuracy and thoroughness in all IP-related documentation.