Legal Counsel

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

We are looking for a highly skilled and detail-oriented Legal Counsel with strong experience in Intellectual Property or Patent Law. Experience in Civil Litigation, Arbitration, Debt Collection, or Foreclosure is highly preferred.

The ideal candidate has handled matters for a US law firm or US-based clients, possesses a strong understanding of US legal procedures, and demonstrates the ability to manage complex legal matters with minimal supervision. This role requires excellent analytical skills, strong legal writing ability, and the confidence to provide strategic legal advice in a fast-paced environment.

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WHAT YOU WILL DO:

-- Provide legal advice and support on Intellectual Property matters, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and IP enforcement.

-- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, pleadings, legal memoranda, and other legal documents.

-- Manage civil litigation cases, arbitration proceedings, and debt collection/foreclosure matters as required.

-- Conduct legal research and case analysis under US laws and regulations.

-- Coordinate with external counsel, clients, and internal stakeholders on active cases and legal strategies.

-- Assist in case preparation, evidence review, and documentation management.

-- Ensure compliance with applicable US federal and state laws.

-- Develop risk mitigation strategies and provide proactive legal guidance to protect client interests.

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WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU:

-- Juris Doctor (JD) or Bachelor of Laws (LLB); must be a licensed lawyer.

-- Minimum of 2-4 years of relevant legal experience.

-- Strong background in Intellectual Property or Patent Law.

-- Experience in Civil Litigation, Arbitration, Debt Collection, or Foreclosure is preferred.

-- Prior experience working with a US law firm or handling US-based clients is highly preferred.

-- Strong knowledge of US legal systems, procedures, and documentation standards.

-- Excellent legal research, drafting, and analytical skills.

-- Strong communication skills (written and verbal English).

-- High level of professionalism, discretion, and ethical standards.

Work Schedule (Crucial)

To ensure overlap with both the Managing Partner (Europe) and the Associate (New York), the required shift is:

This schedule provides a 4-hour overlap with the Partner and a 4-hour overlap with the Associate.