Intellectual Property - Litigation General Attorney in Cupertino, CA

In-House

Cupertino, CA

Intellectual Property - Litigation General Attorney in Cupertino, CA

Attorney

5-15 yrs required

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Director of Complementary Intellectual Property Litigation at Apple
Salary: $298,500 - $476,900 per year

Overview:
Apple, a leading technology company, is seeking a Director of Complementary Intellectual Property Litigation to join their legal team. This role will be responsible for overseeing trade secret, copyright, and trademark cases, as well as managing administrative patent challenges in the United States. The ideal candidate will have a deep knowledge of the legal field and a passion for innovation.

Role Responsibilities:
- Lead a high-performing team overseeing Apple's complementary intellectual property litigation docket, and provide strategic oversight to align with Apple’s long-term business goals.
- Develop and execute litigation strategies that protect Apple’s innovations across hardware, software, services, and emerging technologies.
- Provide strategic direction for complementary intellectual property litigation in alignment with evolving business and legal risks.
- Mentor and support the development of internal attorneys.
- Direct cross-functional collaboration with product, engineering, and legal teams to address standards, open source, enforcement, litigation, licensing, regulatory, and acquisition due diligence.
- Work with external stakeholders and industry groups to advocate for balanced intellectual property law and policy.
- Serve as the senior leader for engagement with outside counsel and manage complementary intellectual property litigation efforts.
- Advance inclusion and diversity initiatives across Apple and the legal profession.

Qualifications:
- JD degree
- 15+ years of relevant experience at a top law firm and/or in-house legal department, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role
- Attorney with 15+ years of experience managing complex complementary intellectual property litigation, strategy, and related risk management
- Significant experience managing post grant review proceedings in front of the PTAB
- Significant experience counseling companies on trade secret mitigation, both on outbound and inbound risks
- Proven ability to communicate at a senior executive level, synthesizing complex legal and technical information for cross-functional leadership
- Experience managing cross-border legal issues and global teams
- Strategic thinker with the ability to balance risk management and value creation in high-stakes, fast-paced environments

Salary and Benefits:
- Base pay range of $298,500 - $476,900 per year, determined based on skills, qualifications, experience, and location
- Opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in employee stock programs
- Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, and discounts on Apple products and services
- Reimbursement for certain educational expenses related to career advancement at Apple
- Potential for discretionary bonuses, commission payments, and relocation assistance

Apple is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusion and diversity. They take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Applicants can learn more about their EEO rights and protections on the Apple website.

Join the team at Apple and help protect their innovative products and businesses through strategic and proactive management of complementary intellectual property litigation. As the Director of Complementary Intellectual Property Litigation, you will have the opportunity to work with top legal and business leaders, shape the future of intellectual property law, and make a significant impact in a fast-paced and ever-evolving industry. Apply now and see what you can accomplish at Apple!