Legal Associate - IPR

Bathiya group.; Mumbai; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Bathiya group is seeking a Legal Associate – IPR to manage trademarks, copyrights, patents and design rights. The role covers advisory, drafting, filing, prosecution, and enforcement of IP rights to protect the organization’s assets.

The candidate should hold LLB or LLM with specialization in IPR. Responsibilities include IP filing, portfolio management, opposition handling, and client/stakeholder communication.

Qualifications

• LLB / LLM (Specialization in IPR preferred)

Responsibilities

• Handle trademark, copyright, patent, and design filings.
• Draft and review IP agreements; prepare legal notices and responses.
• Coordinate IP filings, oppositions, and hearings with authorities.
• Provide IP strategy risk guidance and advisory support.
• Maintain IP databases and reporting; support litigation as needed.

Education

IPR specialization

Job description

The Legal Associate – IPR will be responsible for handling intellectual property matters including trademarks, copyrights, patents, and design rights. The role involves advisory, drafting, filing, prosecution, and enforcement of IP rights, ensuring protection of the organization’s intellectual assets.

Key Responsibilities

1. Intellectual Property Management

• Handle trademark, copyright, patent, and design filings.
• Conduct IP searches (trademark and patent availability).
• Monitor and manage IP portfolio lifecycle (filings, renewals, oppositions).

2. Drafting & Documentation

• Draft and review:
• IP agreements (licensing, assignment, coexistence agreements)
• Legal notices, cease & desist letters
• Responses to examination reports
• Assist in preparing legal opinions on IP matters.

3. Prosecution & Compliance

• Manage IP filings with relevant authorities (Indian Trademark Office, etc.).
• Handle objections, oppositions, and hearings.
• Ensure compliance with:
• Regulatory and procedural requirements
• Assist in IP litigation matters and enforcement actions.
• Coordinate with counsels for court proceedings.
• Support case preparation, documentation, and research.

5. Research & Advisory

• Conduct legal research on IP laws and recent case laws.
• Provide advisory support on IP strategy, risk mitigation, and protection.
• Support clients/business in identifying IP risks and opportunities.

6. Client / Stakeholder Management

• Communicate with clients on case status and filings.
• Maintain IP databases and records.
• Ensure timely updates and reporting.

Qualification: LLB / LLM (Specialization in IPR preferred)