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Magna International · 1 week ago

Patent Counsel

Troy, MI

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Magna International is a mobility technology company focused on developing industry-leading automotive technologies. They are seeking a qualified Patent Counsel to work within a collaborative global IP team, advising on IP management and leading investigations related to patent rights.

AutomotiveIndustrial EngineeringManufacturing

Responsibilities

Advise Groups within the organization, especially Magna Electronics, on effective IP Management including the scope, jurisdiction, and timing of patent filings including coordination of technical assessments, engagement with external attorneys, development of processes

Lead investigations within Magna Electronics or other Groups as required of perceived, potential, or alleged infringement of IP rights including providing strategic advice to mitigate any risks

Work closely with colleagues in the Magna Global Corporate IP Team to develop and implement strategic initiatives across all the Groups

Coordinate searches and opinions for disputes, clearances or novelty

Prepare and review legal agreements as needed for a variety of IP transactions

Advise on any M&A activities concerning patent and IP matters

Partner with engineering leadership and inventors to further the strategic objectives of each Magna group concerning patents and intellectual property

Qualification

Patent prosecution experienceU.S. Patent Attorney RegistrationElectrical Engineering degreeJuris Doctor DegreeIP management skillsNegotiation skillsSolid business acumenCommunication skillsRelationship building

Required

Minimum of five (5) years of experience either at a law firm in patent prosecution or in-house in a corporate/patent legal team

State Bar Membership (any state) and U.S. Patent Attorney Registration required

Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Control Systems, Software Engineering or Computer Science

Juris Doctor Degree

Experience/knowledge of electronic, electro-mechanical, mechanical, optical products, controls, software in the field of automotive

Excellent strategic IP and legal skills, including the ability to effectively manage a large patent portfolio and associated processes, negotiate contracts, investigate disputes, and propose solutions to mitigate IP and legal risks

Solid business acumen and judgment, including the ability to set priorities, align plans, and work effectively with multiple stakeholders to develop practical solutions to a broad range of legal and business problems

Excellent communication skills, including the ability to communicate to senior business leaders complex issues clearly and to be persuasive in a manner that is both direct and diplomatic

Ability to build solid relationships across a diverse group of global colleagues having a wide array of professional and cultural backgrounds