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.는 세계를 선도하는 인터랙티브 엔터테인먼트 소프트웨어 기업입니다. EA는 인터넷 콘솔, 개인용 컴퓨터, 휴대전화, 태블릿용 게임과 콘텐츠 및 온라인 서비스를 제공합니다.

EEOText: EA는 균등한 기회의 제공을 실천합니다. 모든 채용은 인종, 피부색, 출신 국가, 혈통, 생물학적/사회적 성별, 성 정체성 또는 표현, 성적 성향, 나이, 유전 정보, 종교, 장애 여부, 질병 유무, 임신 여부, 혼인 상태, 가족 상황, 군 복무 여부, 또는 법으로 금지된 기타 요인을 고려하지 않고 결정됩니다. 또한, 해당 직책에 합당한 능력을 갖추고 있다면 범죄 기록이 있는 지원자도 관련 법률을 준수하는 방식으로 채용 여부를 고려합니다. EA는 관련 법률에서 명시하는 대로 업무 공간에 장애가 있는 입사 지원자 또는 예정자를 위한 시설을 마련해두고 있습니다.

Days Open: 121

Can this position be remote?:

EEO Employer Verbiage:

EA는 균등한 기회의 제공을 실천합니다. 모든 채용은 인종, 피부색, 출신 국가, 혈통, 생물학적/사회적 성별, 성 정체성 또는 표현, 성적 성향, 나이, 유전 정보, 종교, 장애 여부, 질병 유무, 임신 여부, 혼인 상태, 가족 상황, 군 복무 여부 등의 요인을 고려하지 않고 결정됩니다. EA는 관련 법률에서 명시하는 대로 업무 공간에 장애가 있는 입사 지원자 또는 예정자를 위한 시설을 마련해두고 있습니다.