Requirements
- Attorney with 8-10 years of practice with a focus on IP enforcement and litigation.
- J.D. from an accredited law school or equivalent legal education.
- Bar license in good standing in Washington state or another jurisdiction. If not currently admitted to practice in Washington, must successfully register with the Washington State Bar upon hire.
- Knowledge and experience in advising on U.S. IP law, particularly copyright and trademarks.
- Exceptional commitment to confidentiality and discretion.
- Strategic analytical skills with the ability to translate detailed analysis into practical advice.
- Proven experience in developing and driving projects and initiatives involving multiple stakeholder groups.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal; able to effectively share advice and information with legal and non-legal audiences while collaborating across international business cultures.
- Ability to engage in domestic or international business travel as required.
Nice to Have
- In-depth knowledge of the Pokémon brand is a plus it is not required at time of hire, however passion and willingness to learn more about the brand is a must.
- Knowledge and experience in related legal practice areas, such as licensing transactions, is a plus.
- IP knowledge and experience in non-U.S. jurisdictions is a plus.
- Other professional experience or knowledge in relevant areas, such as entertainment, gaming, law enforcement, or consumer products licensing, is a plus.
- Written and spoken business or legal fluency in Japanese, Spanish, or other languages is a plus.
Benefits
- Innovative culture driven by impact, delivering meaningful outcomes.
- Company events that celebrate the spirit of Pokémon.
- Competitive cash-based compensation programs.
- 100% employer-paid healthcare premiums for you.
- Generous paid family leave.
- Employer-paid life insurance.
- Employer-paid long and short-term income protection insurance.
- US Employees: 401k Employer Matching.
- UK/IRE/MX Employees: Pension Employer Contributions.
- Fitness reimbursement.
- Commuter benefit.
- LinkedIn learning.
- Comprehensive relocation package for certain roles.
Work Arrangement
Hybrid
Additional Information
- Ability to engage in domestic or international business travel as required.
- For roles in the United Kingdom, candidates will need the right to work. In some cases, and for some roles, the Company may be able to arrange a visa.
- For roles in Ireland, this role requires candidates to have the right to live and work in the Republic of Ireland. However, we welcome applications from all nationalities and may consider supporting an employment permit application, in appropriate and suitable cases.
