Senior IPR Associate/Advocate Hyderabad

Job Responsibilities:

Drafting & Filing: Prepare and file patent, trademark, copyright, and design applications, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements.

IPR Strategy: Assist in developing strategies for IP protection, portfolio management, and enforcement.

Legal Research: Conduct in-depth research on intellectual property laws, precedents, and international regulations.

Prosecution & Opposition: Handle patent and trademark prosecution, oppositions, cancellations, and infringement actions.

Contracts & Agreements: Draft, review, and negotiate IP-related agreements, including licensing, assignments, confidentiality, and technology transfer agreements.

Corporate Advisory: Provide legal advice on corporate compliance, governance, and regulatory issues.

Corporate Documentation: Draft and review corporate agreements such as shareholder agreements, NDAs, service agreements, and joint venture agreements.

Compliance: Ensure adherence to domestic and international IP regulations, corporate laws, and reporting deadlines.

Client Interaction: Collaborate with clients to understand business needs and provide legal solutions on IP and corporate matters.

Litigation Support: Assist in IP litigation and corporate legal disputes, including preparing pleadings, evidence, and arguments.

Qualifications:

Ø Strong understanding of technical concepts and the ability to grasp new technologies quickly

Ø Analytical mindset with attention to detail

Ø Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ø Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team

Ø Time management skills to handle multiple projects simultaneously

Ø Bachelors in Law with good academic record