Role OverviewThe VP, Division General Counsel serves as an advisor and strategic business partner to the assigned division, responsible for supporting a variety of legal matters across the division, with particular emphasis on intellectual property strategy, portfolio management, licensing, enforcement, and litigation.
What You Will Do
Develop and execute the company's intellectual property strategy, manage and protect the company's portfolio of patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, domains, and other proprietary assets, and lead IP portfolio development, including invention harvesting, patent filings, trademark registrations, and trade secret protection initiatives.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate combines deep expertise in patent law with a proven track record of helping businesses identify, protect, monetize, and commercialize intellectual property.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
- Active membership in at least one U.S. state bar
- Registration with the USPTO patent bar is preferred
- 12+ years of legal experience with a significant focus on intellectual property law
- Demonstrated experience handling patent, trademark, copyright, trade secret, and technology-related legal matters
- Direct experience managing IP litigation, enforcement actions, infringement claims, licensing disputes, and settlement negotiations
- Experience advising executive leadership and business stakeholders on legal and strategic matters
- Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills
- Experience managing outside counsel and legal budgets
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- 401k saving plan
- Paid Time Off
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Plan
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