IP & Commercial Counsel

Goleta, CA

The IP & Commercial Counsel is a flexible and intrinsically motivated strategic partner with deep interpersonal skills. The IP & Commercial Counsel will support all brands by overseeing day-to-day patent and enforcement efforts and advising internal clients. A excellent candidate for this role is able to triage competing responsibilities, pivot strategically and work closely with our creative and marketing teams.

Your Impact

The primary functions of this role, include but are not limited to:
Manage outside counsel regarding global IP portfolio (clearance, prosecution, maintenance and enforcement)
Oversee day-to-day design/utility patent and enforcement efforts
Advise internal clients on copyright, trademark, design & utility patent legal issues and strategy
Structure, draft and negotiate various agreements, including collaboration agreements
Support integration of IP practices in Deckers culture through trainings/meetings with brand teams
Support the development and substantive work of paralegals on the team

Who You Are

Willing to step outside of comfort zone and take on stretch projects
Able to maintain confidentiality and develop relationships cross-functionally
Able to effectively spot and isolate issues, problem resolve and monitor improvements as necessary
Able to prioritize effectively, multi-task, pivot quickly and work efficiently with minimal supervision
Able to advise, impact and collaborate effectively
We’d love to hear from people with
A JD degree
Admitted to the bar and in good standing or otherwise authorized to practice law in California
3-6 years attorney work experience in intellectual property matters and contract law preferred
Significant experience drafting and negotiating agreements and contracts
Experience with IP counseling, with utility patent focus a plus

What We'll Give You

Competitive Pay and Bonuses - We’ve created a variety of competitive compensation programs to foster career development, reward success and to show our employees just how much they’re valued.
Financial Planning and wellbeing - No matter what financial goals our employees have set, we want to help them get there. Our plans provide capable ways to secure income, pay for expenses and invest in the future.
Time away from work - Sometimes we need time away to be with family, focus on our health or just simply recharge. Our plans support our employees’ needs to get out, get healthy and come back more capable than ever.
Extras, discounts and perks - Being a valued member of the Deckers Brands team means more than just a paycheck. From generous discounts to community-based programs, we offer a variety of cool extras
Growth and Development - Deckers Brands was built on the idea of pursuing passion. That’s why we offer extensive opportunities and support for personal and professional development.
Health and Wellness - There’s nothing basic about our comprehensive health and wellness programs and offerings. While at work and at play, we aim to support a healthy lifestyle.

Equal Employment Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other factors prohibited by law.