What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intellectual Property Counsel position at Westlake?
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Summary :
Serves as a key member of the IP legal team, supporting the businesses, research centers, manufacturing facilities and M&A clients, as well as supporting the Digital Solutions team. The role is a mixture of IP, contract and transactional work. This position is in Houston, Texas and requires working at HQ offices at least 3 days / week.
Duties and Responsibilities :
- Provide legal counsel and guidance to the various client groups (including Digital Solutions group) on matters of intellectual property law.
- Develop and implement strategies to protect IP assets.
- Review, draft and negotiate IP related contracts, IP related service / subscription agreements and advise fellow counsel regarding IP provisions contained in their contracts.
- Support intellectual property aspects of complex transactions, such as mergers, acquisitions and collaborations.
- Advise assigned client groups as to when IP related litigation is appropriate (e.g., patent infringement) and lead litigation efforts, through external counsel.
- Draft, negotiate and provide legal counsel and guidance on contract and other commercial matters, including for the IT and Digital Solutions group.
- Build and maintain strong partnerships with the businesses, research centers, manufacturing facilities, other company departments and company management.
- Develop and provide training to company personnel on substantive IP topics (e.g., proper use of company marks).
- Manage outside counsel as necessary for various matters, including patent drafting, prosecution and enforcements, all in a budget-minded manner.
- Work collaboratively with clients throughout the organization, including other attorneys.
Experience :
Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.
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