IP & Licensing Attorney

Taylor Root Dusseldorf; Coppell (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

A global semiconductor and technology company is seeking an IP & Licensing Attorney to lead patent licensing, IP transactions, and strategic legal support across a sophisticated worldwide portfolio.

The role offers visibility to influence IP strategy, support commercial growth, and partner with business and technical stakeholders across the globe. Requires a U.S. JD and patent attorney registration, with 2+ years in patent practice.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school.
• Registered U.S. Patent Attorney.
• Bachelor’s/Master’s/Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or another technical discipline relevant to semiconductors or high-tech.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing and assessing third-party patent assertions, researching technologies, and crafting strategic responses.
• Driving patent out-licensing initiatives across a global IP portfolio.
• Participating in patent licensing negotiations and supporting business objectives.
• Managing communications with third parties on patent licensing and IP programs.
• Drafting and negotiating patent licenses, trademark licenses, technology agreements, and IP asset transactions.
• Advising internal stakeholders on patent, copyright, trademark, and trade secret matters.
• Providing IP support for mergers, acquisitions, and strategic transactions.
• Collaborating with legal, engineering, and commercial teams to mitigate IP risks.
• Managing external counsel and technical experts for licensing, enforcement, and transactions.

Education

J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school

Registered U.S. Patent Attorney

Bachelor’s/Master’s/Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering/Physics/technical field

Job description

Representing a global semiconductor and technology company, we are proud to be leading the search for an IP & Licensing Attorney. This role will focus on patent licensing, intellectual property transactions, patent assertion defense, and strategic legal support across a sophisticated global IP portfolio.

This is a highly visible role offering the opportunity to influence IP strategy, support commercial growth, and partner with business and technical stakeholders worldwide.

As the IP & Licensing Attorney, you will be responsible for:

• Reviewing and assessing third-party patent assertions, investigating relevant technologies and products, and developing legal and strategic responses.


• Supporting and driving patent out-licensing initiatives across a substantial global intellectual property portfolio.


• Participating in patent licensing negotiations, presenting legal positions, and supporting the achievement of business objectives.


• Managing communications with third parties relating to patent licensing and broader IP programs.


• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a variety of intellectual property agreements, including patent licenses, trademark licenses, technology agreements, and IP asset transactions.


• Advising internal stakeholders on complex patent, copyright, trademark, trade secret, and related intellectual property matters.


• Providing IP support for mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and strategic business transactions.


• Collaborating with legal, engineering, and commercial teams to identify and mitigate intellectual property risks.


• Managing external counsel and technical experts to support licensing, enforcement, and transactional matters.

To be successful in this role our client is looking for a:

• J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school.


• Registered U.S. Patent Attorney.


• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or another technical discipline relevant to the semiconductor or high-technology sector.


• 2+ years of experience as a patent attorney supporting technology-focused organizations.


• Strong understanding of patent licensing, intellectual property transactions, and patent-related legal issues.


• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.


• Exceptional drafting and written communication abilities.


• Ability to simplify and communicate complex legal and technical concepts to a broad range of stakeholders.


• Demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships across legal, technical, and business teams.


• Interest in leveraging AI and emerging technologies to improve legal operations and business outcomes.


• Experience working in global, cross-functional environments and collaborating with international colleagues.


• Strong organizational skills, sound judgment, intellectual curiosity, and the ability to manage competing priorities.


• Willingness to travel approximately 10-15%, including occasional international travel.

As a specialist Legal, Risk, and Compliance search and recruitment firm, we are excited to represent an organization recognized for its innovation, technical excellence, and substantial global intellectual property portfolio. This opportunity offers exposure to sophisticated licensing matters, cutting-edge technologies, and a highly collaborative international environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded and technically sophisticated attorney to join a global technology leader and contribute to the protection, monetization, and strategic management of a world-class intellectual property portfolio.

Please note that our client is unable to provide relocation for this role.

The listed salary range serves as a guide and the salary offered within that range to the selected candidate will be based on experience, qualifications, and location.

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