Tripadvisor · 3 hours ago
Legal Fellow
Needham
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad
$85K/yr - $90K/yrTripadvisor is a company that focuses on revolutionizing travel through its people-powered platform. They are seeking a Legal Fellow who will handle various legal matters including contract drafting, intellectual property issues, and compliance, while working closely with the broader Legal team and cross-functional partners.
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Responsibilities
Drafting and negotiating a high volume of contracts with partners and vendors, including non-disclosure, master services, digital advertising, content license, data processing, partnership and software licensing agreements for Tripadvisor and its affiliate companies (“Tripadvisor Group”). As they gain experience, Legal Fellows are expected to proactively take assignments from existing intake channels
Managing the Tripadvisor Group’s intake of copyright notice and takedown requests, drafting responses, and tracking the statuses of a high volume of copyright complaints
Reviewing, drafting and responding to defamation and free speech claims and occasional small claims litigation, including presenting at weekly Litigation Team meetings, and responding to subpoenas, law enforcement requests for information, and consumer complaints
Drafting and tracking intellectual property enforcement actions (such as cease-and-desist letters) worldwide
Assisting in-house and external intellectual property counsel with compiling metrics, evidence of use, and administrative paperwork for international trademark portfolio maintenance
Assisting with the management of Tripadvisor Group contract templates, including reviewing and updating to comply with changes in law or business practices
Making occasional updates to terms of use and privacy policies for the Tripadvisor Group
Conducting and communicating the findings from legal research projects on commercial, intellectual property, marketing, regulatory, and consumer protection matters
Assisting with locating, organizing and managing contracts
Support for multiple business units, including but not limited to: procurement, marketing, product and sales across all Tripadvisor brand verticals
Qualification
Required
Candidates must be 2025 law school graduates (and planning to take a U.S. state bar exam in the summer of 2025)
Resume and transcript required; cover letter strongly recommended
Drive and ability to proactively take on problem-solving, acute tasks, and larger projects and see all matters through to completion
Resourcefulness and creativity while drafting, communicating, and completing projects when faced with novel problems and situations without obvious solutions
Strong reading comprehension and professional writing skills (including grammar and email etiquette) required
Ability and desire to proactively build relationships with internal clients and other members of the Legal team both virtually and in person
Preferred
Ideal candidates have a noted interest in commercial contracts, intellectual property, cyberlaw, litigation, digital media and advertising, and/or marketing law
Excellent grades, relevant clinic and internship experience and/or law journal experience preferred
Benefits
Flexible activity-based working fostered collaboration and productivity
Inclusive global travelers community welcoming diverse perspectives
Competitive salary package
Development programs, managerial courses, and learning series
Health insurance covers medical, dental, and vision for families (varies by country)
Lifestyle Reimbursement Benefit for personal travel, and physical, mental, and financial wellness
Several paid time off programs, including time to bond with new children and care for family members.
Paid public holidays, and year-end office shutdown
Employee assistance program for short-term counseling and free Calm app subscription
State-of-the-art offices: dining, coffee points, and leisure areas
Company
Tripadvisor
Tripadvisor is an online travel platform offering travel information reviews, bookings, and restaurants, experiences, airlines, and cruises.
Founded in 2000
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.31BKey Investors
Starboard ValueOneLiberty Ventures
2025-07-03Post Ipo Equity· $160M
2025-03-20Post Ipo Debt· $350M
2024-07-02Post Ipo Debt· $500M
Leadership Team
Matt Goldberg
President & Chief Executive Officer
Michael Noonan
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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