Counsel, Intellectual Property working with VF Corporation's brands on innovation and IP enforcement. Leading strategic oversight and collaboration with legal teams to protect brand identity.
Responsibilities
Serve as lead intellectual property legal partner to all VF brands on all things innovation
Work with the Associate General Counsel, Product, Marketing and IP to manage VF’s innovation development and enforcement strategy
Build strong partnerships with brand teams and Legal Department colleagues to understand business objectives
Review and analyze patent disclosures to determine viability
Prepare cease and desist letters alongside senior members of the team
Provide IP legal support for corporate restructuring projects, international tax initiatives, and mergers & acquisitions
Develop and deliver training for product and marketing teams on IP principles
Participate in special projects related to IP management
Requirements
5+ years as an attorney at reputable law firms or in-house
Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school
Experience with global patent portfolios (design and utility)
Admitted to practice law and in good standing in at least one state/jurisdiction
Conduct freedom to operate and infringement assessments
Strong leadership skills; ability to lead, influence, and advise at all levels
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Willingness to travel by air and overnight, up to 20% of the time
Benefits
Additional compensation awards that may include an annual incentive plan, sales incentive, or commission potential
Detailed information on benefits will be provided during the hiring process
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