Lead complex patent portfolio strategy for innovation-focused initiatives, connecting intellectual property protection with technology advancement and commercialization. Ontario licensing is required.As in-house counsel, you will manage patent and trademark portfolios while advising on intellectual property risks and freedom-to-operate considerations. You will partner with inventors, researchers, engineers, and product development groups.
The work includes invention disclosures, patent strategy, licensing, and portfolio optimization.Key Responsibilities:
Optimize domestic and international patent portfoliosIdentify, evaluate,
and protect current innovationsManage intellectual property risks and freedom-to-operate considerationsCoordinate worldwide patent agents and law firmsMonitor intellectual property law and emerging technologiesRequirements:
Licensed lawyer in the state of OntarioExperience managing complex patent portfoliosExperience working with technical teams and inventorsStrong understanding of patent strategy and risk managementAbility to communicate with technical and non-technical stakeholdersBring patent strategy, portfolio management, and technical stakeholder experience to protect innovations and support technology development initiatives.