Description:
We are seeking a Counsel, IP to join our Intellectual Property team within our Legal Department.Counsel, IP is responsible for full range of IP protection including marketplace enforcement and trademark office matters for A Source of Baseball-Related Information Company entities, with primary focus on Asian countries. Mandarin speaker strongly preferred. Location – NYC, and must be available to work during some Asian business hours.
Responsibilities include:
- Participate in anti-counterfeiting enforcement both online and on the ground
- Work closely with business, local counsel, law enforcement to develop and implement IP protection strategies and policies
- Manage foreign outside counsel, and prepare and/or supervise preparation and filing of all documents and supporting materials, relating to enforcement, prosecution and maintenance of international trademark and copyright portfolios
- Negotiate, draft and/or supervise negotiation and preparation of settlement, coexistence, oppositions, cancellations, UDRP proceedings, etc.
- Draft cease and desist letters and other correspondence relating to infringement of intellectual property and handle resolution of these matters
- Participate in special projects, as needed
Requirements:
- J.D. or LLM degree
- Minimum 3 years of brand protection experience
- Strong drafting, communication, negotiation, creative thinking, interpersonal management and judgment skills
- Must be able to multi-task, prioritize and work in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
