About the RoleThe Intellectual Property Team is looking for an outstanding attorney with solid trademark and copyright experience to support the company's worldwide protection of its intellectual property. The Team manages Uber's global trademark needs, including search and clearance, prosecution and maintenance of applications and registrations, and manages all of Uber's trademark disputes.If you are naturally curious, are an expert problem solver, and data-driven, we'd love to hear from you. And, if you love setting a vision and solving problems around the world from 30,000 feet and diving deep into the details, we have the opportunity you've been looking for!What You'll Do
Serve as a front-line attorney, counseling Uber's dynamic business and marketing professionals who help to develop, launch, and constantly improve Uber's business and technology.
Assist with:
The maintenance of Uber's domestic and foreign trademark portfolio.
Trademark clearance searching and draft opinions regarding the same.
Domestic and foreign dispute matters, including outgoing and incoming takedowns, cease and desist letters, oppositions, and cancellations, and the handling of domestic and foreign outside counsel.
Provide trademark and copyright support for intercompany agreements and merger and acquisition transactions.
Identify and resolve legal issues related to trademarks, copyrights, and the right of publicity, working directly with business clients to provide on-the-ground support.
Work with data to analyze trademark portfolio dispute matters and make data-driven strategic decisions and recommendations.
Collaborate closely with colleagues on various business teams, the IP Team, and the wider Legal Team to provide comprehensive advice, solve legal problems quickly, and identify gaps to automate and optimize current processes.
Basic Qualifications
J.D. and license to practice law in at least one state
Minimum of five (5) years of legal trademark and copyright experience in private practice and/or in-house.
Experience and high comfort level in reviewing, drafting, and negotiating trademark-focused agreements.
Experience analyzing and advising on a wide range of legal issues related to trademarks, copyrights, and the right of publicity.
Preferred Qualifications
Strong interpersonal skills and highly collaborative with both business leaders and legal groups, with strong ability to build relationships, gain credibility, and partner across functions to build consensus.
Clear communicator, team orientated, and willing to take initiative while thinking two steps ahead.
Self-motivation with a strong affinity for vision setting, strategic problem solving, and driving action.
Confidence and flexibility to operate in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment.
Inquisitiveness and the ability to spot issues, get to the heart of a matter, and articulate plans to address them.
Passionate about your work and a desire to have a big impact.
Embody the highest standards of integrity, ethics, and accountability.
A Go Get It Attitude and enthusiasm about Uber!
For San Francisco, CA-based roles: The base salary range for this role is USD$198,000 per year - USD$220,000 per year. You will be eligible to participate in Uber's bonus program, and may be offered an equity award & other types of comp. You will also be eligible for various benefits. More details can be found at the following link https://www.uber.com/careers/benefits.Uber is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing this form- https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdbY9Bv8-lWDMbpidF2GKXsxzNh11wUUVS7fM1znOfEJsVeA/viewform
