The Business and Trademark Counsel will provide strategic legal guidance on business transactions, branding, and trademark matters. This role requires a thorough understanding of trademark law, intellectual property management, and business law, with a focus on risk mitigation and regulatory compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
Business Transactions: Review, draft, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements, including licensing, non-disclosure, vendor, and partnership agreements.
Legal Compliance: Ensure compliance with IP laws, regulatory requirements, and industry standards, including risk assessment and implementation of best practices.
Trademark Management: Handle all aspects of trademark registration, maintenance, and enforcement. Conduct trademark searches, analyze potential risks, and manage global trademark portfolios.
Brand Protection: Develop and implement brand protection strategies, including monitoring, dispute resolution, and enforcement actions (e.g., cease-and-desist letters).
Intellectual Property Strategy: Advise on IP-related business strategies, including product development, branding initiatives, and mergers/acquisitions.
Policy Development: Develop and implement internal policies related to IP protection, usage, and licensing.
Litigation Management: Oversee and coordinate with external counsel on IP litigation, enforcement actions, and disputes.
Qualifications:
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
Licensed to practice law in Colorado
5+ years of experience in trademark and business transactions.
Small book of business encouraged.
Demonstrated experience in contract negotiation, drafting, and risk management.
Exceptional analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.
