Trademark Attorney
Universal Music Group
Santa Monica, CAThis was removed by the employer on 5/31/2016 4:22:00 PM PST
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Job Summary:
Universal Music is seeking a Trademark Attorney to join its trademark team in the Santa Monica, CA office. This position will be an integral member of a team tasked with protecting the iconic brands of the world's music leader and innovator.
The attorney must have 3-6 years of experience with domestic and international trademark clearance and prosecution, trademark conflicts (TTAB proceedings, etc.), and trademark licensing. The attorney must also bring exceptional legal and business judgment, as well as creativity and a passion for music, to the attorney's daily role.
Job Functions:
This position is responsible for supporting all trademark-related needs of Universal Music throughout the world. This includes: trademark clearance, acquisition, prosecution, and enforcement; overseeing outside counsel; responding to office actions; coordinating the filing of new trademark applications; drafting cease and desist letters; overseeing submission of trademark- related takedown notices; drafting TTAB filings; drafting settlement agreements and licenses; ensuring compliance with existing trademark agreements; and liaising with customs authorities and trade associations as necessary to protect Universal Music's rights. The position will also involve identifying copyright and right of publicity issues as these might arise in the context of trademark clearances.
Job Requirements:
Skills/Abilities:
• Proven, in-depth expertise and experience in trademark law required, including:
o Substantial experience clearing, prosecuting, and maintaining trademarks.
o Substantial experience managing trademark enforcement, dispute resolution, and settlement.
o Substantial experience with domain names, including UDRP (and analogous) proceedings and new Top Level Domains.
• Experience in matters involving copyright, unfair competition, design patents, and rights of publicity.
• Experience in M&A, as it relates to trademarks.
• Experience in marketing law and entertainment law.
• Strong customer/client service skills and exceptional work ethic a must.
• Able to work under time constraints.
• Able to multi-task and juggle competing priorities.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Highly motivated with a desire to work in a team environment, and able to take direction.
• Self-directed and extremely well organized.
• Able to exercise sound business and legal judgment in the face of complex, ambiguous challenges.
Experience:
• 3-6 years trademark law experience required. Top tier law firm or in-house experience/training required.
Education:
• JD and excellent academic credentials required.
• California State Bar admission or willingness and qualification to be Registered In-House Counsel required.
Universal Music Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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