Intellectual Property - Patent General Attorney in Seattle, WA

In-House

Seattle, WA

Intellectual Property - Patent General Attorney in Seattle, WA

Attorney

Min 6 yrs required

No

Legal Counsel: Protecting **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.'s Future Through Patents, Raw Materials, and Innovation

H1: Join **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. as a Legal Counsel specializing in Patents, Raw Materials, and Innovation
H2: Elevate your career and the world with us

Overview:

- Location: United States of America
- State/Province/City: Washington
- City: Seattle
- Business Unit: Store Support Centre (SSC)

Job Title: Legal Counsel: Patents, Raw Materials, and Innovation

Salary: Typical hiring range from $140,900 - $184,800 annually (based on market location and job-related factors)

Experience: Minimum 6 years practicing law, with experience in patents, commercial innovation, and raw materials

Education: . or .; Member of the Bar in at least one . or Canadian jurisdiction. Registered Patent Agent or Patent Attorney with the . Patent and Trademark Office or Canadian Intellectual Property Office.

Company: **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.

Department: Legal

Job Type: Full-time

Job Description:

As a Legal Counsel focused on Patents, Raw Materials, and Innovation, you will play a critical role in protecting and enhancing **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.'s intellectual property. This position requires collaboration, innovation, and proactive legal strategies to support the company's growth and secure its future.

Key Responsibilities:

- Provide strategic legal guidance to business teams, particularly in the areas of intellectual property, patent law, and litigation.
- Collaborate and educate Raw Materials Innovation and Product Research and Innovation teams on IP matters while offering creative solutions to drive business goals.
- Independently draft patents and manage external counsel to protect innovations in raw materials and product development.
- Oversee the innovation identification and registration program for raw materials and product innovation.
- Offer guidance on contract matters and facilitate negotiations with innovation partners.
- Design and implement patent clearance programs, risk tracking, and IP policies to support innovation initiatives.
- Conduct patent risk analysis and advise on related risks.
- Develop and refine clearance processes, policies, and patent protocols.

Qualifications:

- . or .; Member of the Bar in at least one . or Canadian jurisdiction.
- Registered Patent Agent or Patent Attorney with the . Patent and Trademark Office or Canadian Intellectual Property Office.
- Minimum 6 years practicing law, preferably with experience in patents, commercial innovation, and raw materials.
- Expertise in patent law and commercial agreements, with knowledge in areas such as raw materials, apparel, or chemistry.
- Experience in innovation management is an asset.

Must-Haves:

- Acknowledges the presence of choice in every moment and takes personal responsibility for their life.
- Possesses an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovates to achieve great results.
- Communicates with honesty and kindness and creates the space for others to do the same.
- Leads with courage, knowing the possibility of greatness is bigger than the fear of failure.
- Fosters connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships.
- Integrates fun and joy as a way of being and working, aka doesn't take themselves too seriously.

Compensation and Benefits:

- Pay-for-performance philosophy with a typical hiring range from $140,900 - $184,800 annually.
- Competitive annual bonus program for permanent employees.
- Extended health and dental benefits, mental health plans, and paid time off.
- Savings and retirement plan matching.
- Generous employee discount.
- Fitness and yoga classes.
- Parenthood top-up.
- Extensive catalog of development course offerings.
- People networks, mentorship programs, and leadership series.

Workplace Arrangement:

This role is classified as Hybrid under **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.'s SSC Workplace Policy, with in-person collaboration and onsite work at least 3 days per week.

Join us at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. and be a part of our mission to elevate the world. We are committed to investing in our people and creating a positive and inclusive work environment. Apply now and be a part of our journey towards a better future.