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Lead Counsel

The Walt Disney Company

Burbank, CA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$212,000–$274,200 Per Year
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Attorney, Communication Skills, Conflict Resolution, Consumer Branding, Detail Oriented, Emerging Technology, Establish Priorities, Film, IP (Internet Protocol), Intellectual Property (IP), Intellectual Property Analysis, Intellectual Property Development, Internet Games, Internet TV, Interpersonal Skills, Legal, Legal Research, Litigation, Marketing, Multitasking, Paralegal, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Risk Analysis, Social Media, Team Player, Technical Strategy, Time Management, Trademarks, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Burbank, CA
POSTED
Today
The Disney Corporate Legal Department, Intellectual Property group is seeking highly qualified candidates for a position as Lead Counsel advising its businesses on trademark, copyright, and right of publicity issues.


Disney is one of the most innovative global businesses in any industry today. At Corporate, you’ll work across different lines of business across the Company on issues related to IP development, clearance, acquisition, protection, and management. We work on cutting edge ideas and initiatives with supportive colleagues across the enterprise globally.


The position will be primarily responsible for advising on a range of trademark, copyright and right of publicity issues related to the development, production, marketing and distribution of motion pictures, television programs, online content, games, and related consumer products. The IP group provides support and strategic legal advice to business units on copyright, trademark, right of publicity, defamation, and related legal questions and tasks, such as analyzing complex rights matters, reviewing and drafting IP related language for agreements, analyzing IP issues related to emerging technologies and other strategic business initiatives. The position will collaborate with and escalate issues to more senior IP attorneys.


What You Will Do:


+ Perform trademark clearances; some trademark prosecution; supervision and work with in-house IP paralegal staff and outside counsel in multiple countries.

+ Provide counseling to business partners on numerous intellectual property matters, including trademark, copyright, defamation, and right of publicity issues.

+ Analyze and advise on complex rights questions.

+ Advise on IP aspects of legal agreements.

+ Legal research.

+ Consultation regarding legal developments in multiple countries on trademark and copyright issues.

+ Analyze and resolve intellectual property claims.

+ Assisting senior IP attorneys with projects.


Required Qualifications & Skills:


+ Minimum of 9+ years of IP experience (transactional or litigation) with a law firm and/or in-house department

+ Experience handling trademark, copyright, defamation and right of publicity issues.

+ Knowledge of First Amendment as related to intellectual property law.

+ Familiarity with social media and other content applications and platforms

+ Familiarity with AI

+ Experience working with paralegals.

+ Experience giving presentations and public speaking. This position involves educating business units on intellectual property topics from time to time.

+ Demonstrated ability to evaluate risk; exercise sound legal judgment; and advise business executives and other attorneys on IP issues.

+ Ability to work independently and with supervision from senior attorney(s).

+ Exceptionally strong attention to detail and legal analysis.

+ Ability to prioritize, multi-task and work quickly, efficiently, and collaboratively under multiple, high-priority deadlines.

+ A collegial and collaborative lawyer who is committed to delivering outstanding results for his or her business partners, colleagues and The Walt Disney Company while contributing to a positive working environment.

+ Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate complex concepts and practical issues effectively with all levels of management, as well as a knack for smooth relationships with business partners and colleagues, and diplomatic, creative resolution of conflicting needs.

+ Excellent work ethic and interpersonal skills, including a healthy sense of humor and the ability to build professional, interdepartmental relationships at multiple levels.


Preferred Qualifications:


+ Experience at a major law firm and/or in-house experience at a major multi-national Company.

+ Experience representing a major consumer brand or entertainment IP owner in production clearance matters and claims.

+ Adaptability to changes in workflow and intellectual property related support systems and technology is critical.

+ Technology-forward attorney.


Education:


+ JD or equivalent

+ Strong academic credentials

+ Admission to California State Bar in good standing or willingness and qualification to be Registered In-House Counsel


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The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $212,000 to $274,200 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

Job ID: 10151125

Location: Burbank,California

Job Posting Company: The Walt Disney Company (Corporate)
The Walt Disney Company and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and welcome all job seekers including individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or apply for a position, email Candidate.Accommodations@Disney.com with your request. This email address is not for general employment inquiries or correspondence. We will only respond to those requests that are related to the accessibility of the online application system due to a disability.

About the Company

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The Walt Disney Company

The Walt Disney Company is the global leader in high-quality entertainment and innovative technology. Begin a career that delivers unparalleled creative content and experiences to audiences around the world.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Entertainment Venues and Theaters
WEBSITE
https://jobs.disneycareers.com