Intellectual Property Counsel

• Preparing and prosecuting patent applications for filing in the US, India, and PCT.
• Conducting and preparing freedom-to-practice studies, analyses and opinions regarding third party intellectual property rights.
• Drafting, negotiating and managing IP agreements including non-disclosure agreements, joint development agreements, university agreements, consultant agreements, trademark agreements, and licenses.
• Participating in due diligence regarding M&A.
• Providing effective guidance with regard to IP risks and strategies.
• Conducting competitive analyses of IP landscapes.
• Providing intellectual property compliance training.
• Manage and maintain the Lubrizol’s patent portfolio in India and abroad
• Communicating and coordinating with IP attorneys in the US and foreign attorneys.
• Providing other assistance and support to the Technology, Business, and Legal departments as required.

• Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.
• Undergraduate or graduate degree Chemistry or Chemical Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• At least 5 years of experience practicing Intellectual Property law in the Chemical and/or Life Science arts in a corporate law department or at a law firm (law firm experience preferred).
• Admitted to practice before the Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs, and Trademarks (CGPDTM).
• Member in good standing with the Bar Council of India.
• Solid work ethic and commitment to job completion.
• Excellent communication skills and demonstrated ability to work as part of a team providing timely, clear and concise legal advice in order to accomplish the business objectives of the corporation.
• Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple projects.
• Approximately 15 % travel.

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