IP & Litigation Counsel

2 weeks ago

Los Angeles, United States SHEIN Distribution Corporation Full time

Job Title: Counsel, IP & Litigation

Reports to: Associate General Counsel

Location: Los Angeles, CA, USA

Job Status: Exempt, FT


About SHEIN

SHEIN is a global fashion and lifestyle e-retailer committed to making the beauty of fashion accessible to all. We use on-demand manufacturing technology to connect suppliers to our agile supply chain, reducing inventory waste and enabling us to deliver a variety of affordable products to customers around the world. From our global offices, we reach customers in more than 150 countries.

Founded in 2012, SHEIN has nearly 10,000 employees operating from offices around the world, with U.S. Headquarters located in Los Angeles and Global Headquarters located in Singapore. In SHEIN, we work with outstanding, creative, and capable peers. We share an energetic and open culture for capable people to discern, work and ignite as a team.


Position Summary

We're seeking a full-time Counsel, IP & Litigation Counsel for our Los Angeles-based corporate office. The Counsel, IP & Litigation Counsel who will be primarily responsible for providing legal advice on a wide-range of IP matters to cross-functional teams and handling the company’s dispute matters. This will include investigating and responding to complaints and managing litigation with outside counsel in connection with various business, employment, intellectual property and other types of commercial and transactional disputes. You will partner closely with members of the US Legal team and business departments and support internal clients of all levels. This is a strong growth opportunity for an enterprising lawyer looking to join a fast-paced and dynamic team.


This role will be primarily responsible for handling the company’s dispute matters but also serve as an IP generalist. This position is expected to be a key business partner and to contribute to the success of the Company by combining both legal and business expertise to understand SHEIN’s operations and strategic goals. This attorney will be expected to work effectively across internal legal and non-legal functions. This role requires a mature individual who can fight fires as needed and provide practical legal advice that supports business objectives.


Job Responsibilities

  • Coordinating with internal teams and outside counsel on litigation matters relating to a variety of legal and regulatory matters.
  • Providing advice and counsel regarding product designs, including mitigating risk and identifying potentially protectible elements.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional business teams on building out the company’s patent program.
  • Working with internal and external stakeholders with respect to compliance with SHEIN’s marketplace policies.
  • Advising internal teams on marketplace governance matters.
  • Counsel and provide legal guidance on general IP matters, including trademark, copyright, and Uniform Domain-Name Dispute-Resolution Policy.
  • Preparing and responding to takedown notices and cease and desist letters.
  • Performing other duties as assigned or required.


Job Requirements

  • Minimum of five years of intellectual property experience at a law firm, including federal intellectual property litigation. A combination of law firm and in-house experience preferred.
  • Admission to practice before the U.S. Trademark and Patent Office strongly preferred.
  • Juris Doctorate from an ABA accredited law school.
  • Must be a current member of good standing of at least one state bar.
  • In-depth knowledge of laws relating to copyright, trademark, trade dress and right of publicity.
  • In-depth knowledge of laws pertaining to platform liability.
  • Ecommerce, marketplace and/or start-up experience is strongly preferred.
  • Respond to a wide range of legal inquiries from internal stakeholders, focusing on understanding their needs, providing practical solutions and effectively managing risk.
  • Self-starter; entrepreneurial, “roll up your sleeves” attitude.
  • Thrives in a fast-paced, start-up environment.
  • Exceptional legal drafting, research and analytical skills.
  • Ability to make quick decisions while exercising good judgment.
  • Have a strong work ethic, attention to detail and sense of professional accountability.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with team members in other parts of the world.
  • Ability to speak/read Mandarin Chinese a plus.


Pay

$118,500.00 min. - to $190,200.00 max annually. Bonus offered.


Benefits and Culture

Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs)

Health Savings Account with Employer Funding

Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare and Dependent care)

Company-Paid Basic Life/AD&D insurance

Company-Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Voluntary Benefit Offerings (Voluntary Life/AD&D, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, and Accident)

Employee Assistance Program

Business Travel Accident Insurance

401(k) savings plan with discretionary company match and access to a financial advisor

Vacation, paid holidays, sick days and a floating holiday

Employee Discounts


Perks (HQ Location)

Free weekly catered lunch at HQ

Dog-Friendly office

Free Gym Access at HQ

Free Swag Giveaways

Annual Holiday Party

Invitations to pop-ups and other company events

Complimentary daily office snacks and beverages

Free Shuttle Service from HQ to LA Union Station


SHEIN is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workplace environment.

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