Intellectual Property Assistant

Saba & Co. Intellectual Property; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 240,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Saba & Co. Intellectual Property seeks a senior IP lawyer to support clients with matters related to intellectual property rights. You will handle trademark opposition, prepare defenses, and advise clients on clearances and contracts.

Responsibilities include coordinating with external counsel on litigation, preparing client reports, translations, and annual audit-related disclosures. UAE residency is required with 5+ years in IP law.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Laws degree or equivalent.
• UAE resident.
• 5+ years of experience in the legal field, preferably in intellectual property.

Responsibilities

• Assists clients with queries related to IP matters.
• Manages trademark opposition and counterstatement cases with legal assessment and client advisory.
• Prepares daily correspondence and reports for clients.
• Provides translation services for documents as needed.
• Conducts trademark clearance work including searches and draft reports.
• Coordinates with external lawyers to handle litigation and court cases.
• Manages tasks with UAE notary public offices efficiently.
• Drafts and reviews IP-related contracts (licensing, franchising, assignment, JV).
• Prepares annual audit reports for clients regarding legal matters.

Skills

IP law experience

Education

Bachelor of Laws or equivalent

Job description

Provides support in handling legal matters related to intellectual property rights of the company’s clients.

Duties/Responsibilities

Assists clients with queries related to legal matters concerning intellectual property rights

Manages trademark opposition and counterstatement cases, including legal assessment, client advisory, claim/defense preparation, and representation at hearings

Prepares daily correspondence and reports for clients

Provides translation services for documents as needed

Conducts trademark clearance work, including common law searches, draft clearance reports, and client advisories

Coordinates with external lawyers to handle litigation and court cases, ensuring appropriate follow-up

Manages tasks with UAE notary public offices efficiently

Drafts and reviews various intellectual property-related contracts, such as licensing, franchising, assignment, and joint ventures

Prepares annual audit reports for clients regarding legal matters handled by the company

Skills/Qualifications

Bachelor of Laws degree or equivalent

UAE resident

5+ years of experience in the legal field, preferably in intellectual property