Lead Counsel, IP
Lead Counsel, IP
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Job Description
WHAT MAKES US EPIC
At the core of Epics success are talented passionate people. Epic prides itself on creating a collaborative welcoming and creative environment. Whether its building awardwinning games or crafting engine technology that enables others to make visually stunning interactive experiences were always innovating.
Being Epic means being a part of a team that continually strives to do right by our community and users. Were constantly innovating to raise the bar of engine and game development.
LEGAL
What We Do
Epics multispecialized team of attorneys and legal professionals partner across our organization to provide legal solutions as well as consult and inform on the products we build and games we develop.
What Youll Do
You will lead the IP legal team responsible for ensuring compliance with copyright and trademark safe harbor laws such as the DMCA and legal support for rights enablement initiatives as well as maintaining and enforcing the companys trademarks and copyrights. You will ensure responsible and mutuallybeneficial use of intellectual property for creators artists and developers across the companys products by supporting the build of world class tools company IP policies rights holder engagement and managing IP related escalations.
In this role you will
- Work closely with leadership to develop IP enforcement strategies across all company products and services
- Advise on intermediary liability and related IP issues across a broad range of user generated content services
- Manage team and resources responsible for development and implementation of trademark and copyright safe harbor compliance tools practices and policies as well as maintaining trademark and copyright portfolios
- Lead rights holder engagements regarding IP protection
- Stay updated on relevant laws regulations and industry trends related to intellectual property rights of publicity and artificial intelligence
- Collaborate with crossfunctional teams including Legal Business Development and Product teams to support strategic initiatives and business goals
What were looking for
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
- Admission to the bar or international equivalent in at least one jurisdiction
- At least 7 years of experience practicing intellectual property law with a focus on intermediary liability and IP enforcement on creator platforms
- Strong understanding of copyright trademark and other intellectual property laws and principles
- Experience with safe harbor laws such as the DMCA and A17
- Experience drafting and negotiating complex licensing agreements preferably in the technology or entertainment industry is a plus
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders
- Detailoriented with strong analytical and problemsolving abilities
- Ability to thrive in a fastpaced dynamic environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Passion for gaming and familiarity with the gaming industry is a plus
EPIC JOB EPIC BENEFITS EPIC LIFE
Our intent is to cover all things that are medically necessary and improve the quality of life. We pay 100% of the premiums for both you and your dependents. Our coverage includes Medical Dental a Vision HRA Long Term Disability Life Insurance & a 401k with competitive match. We also offer a robust mental wellbeing program through Modern Health which provides free therapy and coaching for employees & dependents. Throughout the year we celebrate our employees with events and companywide paid breaks. We offer unlimited PTO and sick time and recognize individuals for 7 years of employment with a paid sabbatical.
ABOUT US
Epic Games spans across 25 countries with 46 studios and 4500 employees globally. For over 25 years weve been making awardwinning games and engine technology that empowers others to make visually stunning games and 3D content that bring environments to life like never before. Epics awardwinning Unreal Engine technology not only provides game developers the ability to build highfidelity interactive experiences for PC console mobile and VR it is also a tool being embraced by content creators across a variety of industries such as media and entertainment automotive and architectural design. As we continue to build our Engine technology and develop remarkable games we strive to build teams of worldclass talent.
Like what you hear Come be a part of something Epic!
Epic Games deeply values diverse teams and an inclusive work culture and we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Learn more about our Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy here.
Note to Recruitment Agencies: Epic does not accept any unsolicited resumes or approaches from any unauthorized third party (including recruitment or placement agencies) (i.e. a third party with whom we do not have a negotiated and validly executed agreement). We will not pay any fees to any unauthorized third party. Further details on these matters can be found here.
Employment Type
Full Time
