Reporting directly to the Director, Brand Protection, the Legal Counsel, Brand Protection will implement and develop brand enforcement activities in the Americas and serve as legal advisor to the Brand Protection team. Counsel will be expected to think strategically, work independently and collaborate effectively with business clients and the rest of the legal team.
Location: This role is in-person at one of our offices in New York, NY or Parsippany, NJ, with a hybrid schedule.
Key Responsibilities:
Brand Protection and Enforcement
Execute and develop brand protection strategies as part of Tiffany's legal team, with primary responsibility for the Americas
Conduct and lead investigations of counterfeit and infringing activities to support civil and criminal actions
Run and implement online surveillance and takedown programs using online tools covering websites, marketplaces, social media, phishing sites, and sponsored ads
Assess market leaders to partner with top technology service providers and implement effective tools
Manage strategic relationships with customs authorities, law enforcement, and online marketplaces
Develop and provide anti-counterfeiting training to retail teams and other internal collaborators, as well as external agencies and authorities
Intellectual Property Advice
Serve as legal advisor to the brand protection team
Send cease-and-desist letters and pursue other enforcement activity
Run outside counsel in the Americas handling C&D letters and civil and criminal litigation
Support the Managing Counsel, Intellectual Property, in a variety of IP-related matters
Team Responsibilities
Supervise matter management and tracking
Identify trends and develop team performance objectives through data analysis
Prepare reports on enforcement activities
Participate in conferences and educational events with trade associations, advocacy groups and similar organizations
The hiring range for this position ranges from $150,000 - $180,000. The rate of pay offered will be dependent upon candidates' relevant skills and experience. Management is also eligible for bonus.
Requirements
JD from accredited law school, admitted in New York or New Jersey
3-5 years of professional experience with a law firm, in-house legal department or brand protection team; a mix of law firm and in-house legal experience preferred
Experience with handling brand protection matters in a retail environment strongly preferred
Outstanding writing, drafting and interpersonal skills
Ability to use good judgment and demonstrate attention to detail
Ability to balance a large volume of work through effective time management and prioritization