Top 14 Trademark counsel Jobs in Georgia

Director of Corporate Intellectual Property (IP)
Lightera —Norcross, GA
- Office
- Analysis skills
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Counsel/Sr. Counsel, IP
Koch —Atlanta, GA
- $180,000 - $240,000 a year
- 5 years
- Pass drug screening
- Supervising experience
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
Associate Counsel- US Beverage Division
Tilray —Atlanta, GA
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Organizational skills
- 2 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Patent Attorney/Patent Agent
Emory University —Atlanta, GA
- Full-time
- Remote
- Research
- University
- Senior level
- Work from home
Trademark & Copyright Associate - Prosecution / Brand Management (CA / CO / DC / GA / IL / NC / NY)
Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP —Atlanta, GA
- $250,000 - $340,000 a year
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- 2 years
Senior Trademark Attorney - Prosecution & Enforcement (CA / CO / DC / GA / IL / NC / NY)
Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP —Atlanta, GA
- $240,000 - $345,000 a year
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Writing skills
- Senior level
Senior Counsel - Data & Media
The Weather Company —Atlanta, GA
- $210,000 - $235,000 a year
- 8 years
- Organizational skills
- Senior level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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IP&T Patent Agent
Dentons —Atlanta, GA
- $170,000 - $230,000 a year
- Computer science
- Computer Science
- 5 years
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Senior Counsel, Professional Liability & Litigation
Cor Partners —Atlanta, GA
- Full-time
- Training & development
- Senior level
- Communication skills
Senior Counsel, Professional Liability & Litigation
Cor Partners, Inc. —Atlanta, GA
- Full-time
- Training & development
- Senior level
- Communication skills
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Associate General Counsel
E.R. Snell Contractor, Inc. —Snellville, GA
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Analysis skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Senior Director, Legal
Kasa —Atlanta, GA
- $200,000 - $225,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- 8 years
- US work authorization
- Senior level
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Corporate Counsel
SageHome Brands LLC —Atlanta, GA
- $125,000 - $150,000 a year
- Full-time
- Office
- Residential
- Travel
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Senior Counsel - Intellectual Property
DNU_FIS Management Services LLC (Use Worldpay, LLC) —Atlanta, GA
- $186,000 - $280,800 a year
- Full-time
- Computer science
- Pass drug screening
- 8 years
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Director of Corporate Intellectual Property (IP)

Lightera -
Norcross, GA

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Qualifications

Confidential information handling
Doctor of Law (JD)
Intellectual property case experience
U.S. Patent and Trademark Office experience
Cross-functional team management
Manufacturing company experience
Cross-functional communication

Full Job Description

Composing the core of a brighter world

LIGHTERA has one of the longest and most respectable corporate lineages in American business, which goes back to Alexander Graham Bell and the invention of the telephone more than a century ago.

We have a proven track record of being first in the industry with application specific fibers, optical connectors, ribbon cables, erbium-doped fibers, Raman fiber lasers, fiber gratings, and more. Our mission is to provide leading optical innovations and solutions by designing, manufacturing, and supplying the best optical fibers, fiber cable, and components and devices for our customers, with exceptional service that creates value for our shareholders, customers, and employees.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Director of Corporate Intellectual Property (IP) is responsible for leading the development, protection, and strategic management of the company's intellectual property portfolio on a global basis related to manufacturing processes, technologies, materials, and products. This role partners closely with R&D, Engineering, Operations, Legal, and Executive Leadership within the United States and with Lightera's affiliates in Brazil and Japan to safeguard proprietary innovations, minimize IP risk, and leverage intellectual assets to drive competitive advantage and business growth.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develop and implement a comprehensive IP strategy aligned with corporate and manufacturing objectives.
Identify patentable innovations in manufacturing processes, automation systems, materials, product designs, and production technologies.
Lead invention disclosure processes and partner with engineering and R&D teams to evaluate and prioritize filings.
Manage global patent, trademark, copyright, and trade secret portfolios, including prosecution and maintenance.
Conduct freedom-to-operate (FTO) analyses and competitive IP landscape assessments.
Oversee IP due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships.
Partner with Legal on IP enforcement, litigation support, licensing, and risk mitigation strategies.
Develop policies and procedures to ensure proper documentation and protection of proprietary information.
Provide IP education and training to manufacturing, engineering, and product development teams.
Monitor competitor filings and emerging technologies to identify risks and opportunities.
Manage IP budgets and external patent counsel relationships.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: (Preferred qualifications, certifications, and/or licenses)

Juris Doctor, Law with a focus in Intellectual Property.
10+ years of experience in intellectual property management in a global manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding of U.S. and international patent systems and IP strategy.
Experience working with patent attorneys and managing patent prosecution processes.
Knowledge of industrial manufacturing processes, product development lifecycles, and process innovation.
Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and cross-functional leadership skills.
Ability to manage confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
Ability to travel up to 15% domestic and internationally.

PERFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Registered Patent Agent or Patent Attorney with significant experience interfacing with USPTO and international patent offices.
Experience in advanced manufacturing, automation, specialty materials, or engineered products.
Background in IP licensing, technology commercialization, or portfolio monetization.
Experience in managing IP-related disputes and litigation matters.
Experience supporting global operations or multi-site manufacturing environments.

GENERAL EXPECTATIONS:

Demonstrate effective communications (verbal, written) skills
Proficient with MS Office Suite
Maintain discretion when working with confidential and proprietary information
Strict adherence to Company safety policies and procedures
Exhibit all aspects of Lightera's “Standards of Conduct” document

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Hybrid (minimum of 2 days in the Norcross corporate office)

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