Stripe · 13 hours ago
IP Counsel
Stripe is a financial infrastructure platform for businesses, seeking an IP Counsel to join their IP team. The role involves developing and protecting Stripe’s intellectual property, with a focus on trademarks and copyrights, while collaborating with various teams across the company.
FinanceFinTechMobile PaymentsSaaS
Responsibilities
Counsel on the development, acquisition, and protection of all forms of intellectual property at Stripe, with an emphasis on trademarks, copyrights, and domain names
Help prepare and prosecute US and international trademark and copyright applications, making judicious use of outside counsel
Perform trademark clearance for new use cases, including new product launches
Handle trademark and copyright enforcement, including online enforcement and UDRP proceedings
Manage US and international trademark and copyright disputes, including Oppositions and Cancellations
Negotiate co-existence agreements, and advise on licensing and other trademark and copyright commercial terms
Provide advice and training on copyright matters, particularly those related to Stripe Press
Work closely with other members of Stripe’s Legal and Risk teams to investigate and act on notices received as part of Stripe’s IP Notice Process
Support IP matters relating to M&A
Qualification
Required
7+ years' experience as a US trademark attorney. In-house experience is a big plus
Admission to practice law in one or more US states
Strong project-management skills, with a strict attention to detail, and an ability to work under tight deadlines
Strong written and oral communication skills, and an ability to clearly explain complex concepts, even to non-technical audiences
Excellent judgment, and a willingness to make difficult decisions in the face of ambiguity and imperfect information
Preferred
A background in software, payments, and/or financial services
Benefits
Equity
Company bonus or sales commissions/bonuses
401(k) plan
Medical, dental, and vision benefits
Wellness stipends
Company
Stripe
Stripe is an API technology company that provides online payment processing and commerce solutions for Internet businesses.
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Funding
Current Stage
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