Senior Legal Associate, Trademarks

Requisition Number: 160134

Position Title: Senior Legal Specialist I

External Description:

EA is a leading developer and publisher of interactive entertainment software for personal computers, mobile devices, handheld game players, and advanced entertainment systems. EA’s brands include the Battlefield game franchise, Need for Speed game franchise, The Sims game franchise, along with many EA SPORTS game franchises.  

EA is looking for an experienced and highly motivated Trademark Specialist to work in EA’s Legal Department in Redwood Shores, California, under the supervision of the Trademark Counsel and to provide support to our product, marketing, and business teams on trademark clearance, registration, and enforcement matters.

The ideal candidate is a highly motivated, self-starter, who is inquisitive and has a passion for video games and technology.

Responsibilities include:

• Conduct preliminary US and international screening searches using Corsearch and the Internet; analyze screening and search results and draft summaries and recommendations for counsel.
• Manage EA’s worldwide trademark portfolio, including all records relating to domestic and international trademark matters; manage docket to ensure all deadlines are met.
• Prepare and electronically file U.S. trademark applications and other trademark prosecution documents, including amendments, renewals, and assignments.
• Correspond with and instruct outside US and foreign counsel regarding foreign trademark applications, registrations, and disputes.
• Review watch notices and draft letters to applicants of conflicting or infringing marks.
• Gather evidence to support trademark proceedings and litigation such as appeals, oppositions, and cancellation proceedings.
• Conduct legal research or other research projects as needed.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s or AA Degree or equivalent practical experience.
• Paralegal certificate from ABA-approved program a plus.
• At least 3 years trademark experience at in-house legal department or law firm.
• Strong research skills using on-line tools including the USPTO website, WebTMS, international databases, and Corsearch.
• Familiarity with the laws and rules that govern trademarks in the US and internationally.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and project management skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced legal department.
• Experience with video games a plus.

 

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Company Profile:

Electronic Arts Inc.は、インタラクティブ・エンターテイメント・ソフトウェアの世界的大手企業です。 EAは、インターネットに接続されたコンソール、パソコン、携帯電話、タブレットに対してゲーム、コンテンツおよびオンラインサービスを提供しています。

EEOText: EAは雇用機会を均等に提供します。 雇用に関する決定を下す際は、人種、肌の色、国籍、出身国、出身民族、身体的性別、社会/文化/心理的性別、性別自認または性別表現、性的指向、年齢、遺伝情報、宗教、身体障害、病状、妊娠、婚姻状況、家族状況、軍役経験の有無、および法律で保護されたその他のあらゆる状況は考慮されません。 また、犯罪歴のある人物の雇用も、募集要項を満たす応募者の場合は適用法令に従って検討します。 さらにEAでは、身体に障害のある方々のために、適用法令によって定められた職場環境を整えることも行っています。

Days Open: 121

Can this position be remote?:

EEO Employer Verbiage:

EAは雇用機会を均等に提供します。 雇用に関する決定を下す際は、人種、肌の色、国籍、出身国、出身民族、身体的性別、社会/文化/心理的性別、性別自認または性別表現、性的指向、年齢、遺伝情報、宗教、身体障害、病状、妊娠、婚姻状況、家族状況、軍役経験の有無は考慮されません。 さらにEAでは、身体に障害のある方々のために、適用法令によって定められた職場環境を整えることも行っています。