GamblingCareers.com · 1 week ago
Patent Attorney
Las Vegas, NV
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$222K/yr - $412K/yr
8+ years expAristocrat is a world leader in gaming content and technology, focusing on bringing happiness to life through play. The Patent Attorney will be responsible for leading all aspects of the patent and design portfolios, providing legal advice on patent and IP matters, and partnering with technical teams to protect innovations.
Casino
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead all aspects of Aristocrat’s patent and design portfolios throughout their entire lifecycle—from invention disclosure through prosecution, enforcement, and maintenance
Lead preparation and prosecution of patent and development applications, with emphasis on the U.S. and Europe
Conduct product clearance and freedom-to-operate assessments, including risk mitigation and design-around strategies
Coordinate competitor IP monitoring, analysis, and enforcement actions, including cease-and-desist correspondence when necessary
Partner with inventors and technical teams to identify, capture, and protect innovations through Aristocrat’s invention disclosure process
Act as a trusted advisor to the business on all patent and IP-related matters
Integrate IP considerations into product, business development, and technology initiatives
Offer advice on open source software application, licensing, and adherence to Aristocrat’s IP and product strategies
Support IP aspects of corporate transactions, commercial partnerships, and strategic collaborations
Participate in IP committee meetings and contribute to ongoing portfolio reviews
Deliver internal training and resources on patent strategy, open source, and innovation guidelines
Provide clear, practical, and business-focused legal advice that balances innovation with risk management
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctorate from an accredited U.S. law school; member in good standing of a U.S. state bar
Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Computer, or related field) or Computer Science, or equivalent experience
Minimum 8+ years of patent practice experience in a corporate legal department, law firm, or both
Proven experience managing patent portfolios and providing IP strategic advice in a technical or gaming environment
Understanding of open source software licensing and adherence frameworks
Outstanding analytical, drafting, and negotiation skills
Excellent communication and collaboration skills across technical, business, and executive teams
Ability to balance multiple priorities, adapt to change, and operate effectively in a fast-paced global organization
Demonstrating dedication to Aristocrat's core values of integrity, innovation, and excellence centered on the player
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off
401(k) plan with employer matching
Company
GamblingCareers.com
GamblingCareers.com is the leading job board for the iGaming and Online Gambling industry, dedicated to bridging the gap between talented job seekers and top employers in the sector.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase